this saw comes w/a diamond blade. would it be good enough to cut little glass mosaic tiles or should I order a different diamond blade?
874324
I just finished a project that had stone pieces mixed with some glass tiles. The saw did fine for cuts across both types of tiles.
874325
The blade will cut through the glass tiles just fine, however, I would suggest purchasing a thinner more durable blade. I purchased a Ridgid 7" blade from Home Depot. The Ridgid blade make cleaner cuts and wastes less material because it is a thinner blade.Also, Skil just came out with a new updated model of this saw. I would suggest purchasing that saw instead because it has some much needed improvements. Here is some information on the new saw: https://www.skiltools.com/Tools/Pages/ProductDetail.aspx?model=3550-01.
874326
I used this saw for a kitchen backsplash which had ceramic and glass tiles . I used the diamond blade that came with the saw to cut the ceramic only . For all my glass cuts I ordered the 7" QEP Glass Tile Diamond blade which I felt gave me very precise cuts, as my pieces were all 5/8" and the QEP blade was higher quality.
874327
I cut a ton of very small glass tiles. The blade that came with it worked like a champ. No need for another special blade just for glass.
874328
It should be fine. Take your time cutting though, let the blade do the work. I used it to cut 2x3 glass tiles, it did wonderful. Bear in mind, the smaller the tile the harder to hold in place while cutting.
1519786
As it is the same principal as a glass cutter I'm going to say yes. Mosaic glass tile might be difficult but other than that you should be fine.
553316
Saw comes with a wood cutting blade, and not set up for water. I wouldn't want to try it. Go for a wet saw for any stone tile job. A manual score , or a hand grinder with a diamond bit will do fine on ceramic.
2230740
for cutting stone you should use a saw specifically designed for the job it needs to be a water saw. the water keeps the blade from overheating and cuts down on the dust which is harmful to inhale (think black lung disease) a tile saw would be a better fit but in any case you would need a special blade designed for the stone you're cutting
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I've used this tile cutter for glass and ceramic tile. A porcelain tile project is next, and i have absolutely no concerns; I'm certain that it'll work just fine. This, in fact, is the tile cutter that the professional tile installer that put on the time installation seminar at our local Home Depot uses on all of his projects.
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Yes, I used it to cut glass mosaic tile. For really finer cuts, you may want to consider a wet saw with a glass cutting blade on it but if you're not super fussy, this will work just fine.
425618
Yes, it does. In general it is OK for ceramic tile, but I found it did not make absolutely clean cuts with porcelain tile. One other thing to watch out for is that the higher quality blade I bought at Lowes was a different thickness than the supplied blade, which caused problems.
1479896
The blade is a wood cutting blade. The VersaCut and the proper blade is better suited for tile cutting.
1094773
It will, but I would not use this tool to cut glass. A better choice would be a diamond blade on a wet saw.
1461140
Although I have never tried it personally, I would have to say given diamond is harder than glass you should be able to do it. Not sure how fancy you can get with the cuts. Or how fast or slow of a process it would be. But I think it would be a good starting point and worth trying.
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Rich, I cut 12 inch tiles on this great saw. But I had to mark the tiles with a pencil and take the guard off. You should be able to do the same. don't rush your cut because the saw will slow down on you. I did my kitchen floor and it turned out great! I had to wear a full face shield and took a garbage bag and cut holes it in for my head & arms because the saw really throws allot of water. I still would use the saw though. Take your time on the cuts and you will be fine.
2033818
The type of material it will cut is determined by the type of blade you use, not the machine. The machine determines the size of the material. A good diamond blade will cut almost anything, if it will fit into the saw!
797634
I bought mine to replace 16 " tile on aterrace. It made every cut necessary to do the job. Great saw for the price.
16773
I used it to cut ceramic tiles on a bathroom remodel project. I use a set of small clamps to hold tile. Don't try to cut with saw, holding item with fingers!!!!!
1837480
Yes. We cut alot of tile with the original blade with no problem. It worked great!
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Matt, I suggest you don't use the 545 diamond wheel to cut 1/4" thick mirror as it may abrade the edges and take off some of the dark coating on the back side. I suggest you use a glass cutter. I have cut small pieces of 1/4' mirror with my glass cutter, cutting from the front side to use in some mosaic art pieces. On the other hand, the diamond wheel may just do the trick for you. Can you try a small piece and see how your and the cutter do without damaging the entire piece of mirror? Not exactly the perfect answer. Let me know what you decide.
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The Bosch certainly has enough power for the job - the trick will be getting the correct blade to do this. I would see if you can find a diamond grit blade (I've seen these for cutting tile) and be sure to take your time. The dust you generate with this cutting job will also be quite hazardous to breathe in - so be sure that you have a proper dust mask!