Does the QEP leave a clean cut on glossy porcelain tiles that you would hardly notice against a factory cut or is there chipping like with Zipsaw
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The Cut is pretty clean on the surface, though due to using a 'snapping' method to create the break it will leave a squared off edge. You may want to use a tile rubbing stone to clean up the edge a bit, but the surface of the tile, (I just tested it out,) looks clean.
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No chipping, but sometimes the line curves just slightly at the very end of the cut. I also had problems scoring and getting a clean break on very narrow pieces (like trying to score a 1.5 inch wide piece from a 13 inch square tile). But for large cuts (3+ inches wide by 13) I found the QEP makes a cleaner cut than my wet saw.
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I have hardwood and non-porous tile, so I can't answer this particular question, but I hardly ever see any residue when I use the Haan. I sometimes have to leave the mop on a certain spot a few seconds longer if it's dirty, but otherwise, I am very happy with this purchase. I used my friend's steamer that she bought at a show, which cost quite a bit more, and I hated it. This heats up quickly and works great. I wish the cord was a little longer, but I just have to bend more often to unplug and replug. A small price to pay for easy cleaning. Hope this helps. And my sister has this product as well, a slightly older version, and loves it as well. I have hardwood and non-porous tile, so I can't answer this particular question, but I hardly ever see any residue when I use the Haan. I sometimes have to leave the mop on a certain spot a few seconds longer if it's dirty, but otherwise, I am very happy with this purchase. I used my friend's steamer that she bought at a show, which cost quite a bit more, and I hated it. This heats up quickly and works great. I wish the cord was a little longer, but I just have to bend more often to unplug and replug. A small price to pay for easy cleaning. Hope this helps. And my sister has this product as... » Read More I have hardwood and non-porous tile, so I can't answer this particular question, but I hardly ever see any residue when I use the Haan. I sometimes have to leave the mop on a certain spot a few seconds longer if it's dirty, but otherwise, I am very happy with this purchase. I used my friend's steamer that she bought at a show, which cost quite a bit more, and I hated it. This heats up quickly and works great. I wish the cord was a little longer, but I just have to bend more often to unplug and replug. A small price to pay for easy cleaning. Hope this helps. And my sister has this product as well, a slightly older version, and loves it as well. « Show Less
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it is a good question. I haven't used to cut ceramic tile yet. I will try my later and get back to you soon. thanks
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It worked very well and there were no changes in appearance on the two floor i used it on. Be sure you completely clean the surface being sealed.
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In my use this saw (using the included blade) makes relatively chip-free cuts. As you would expect from the price it is not a high precision machine. Preventing chips is largely a matter the operator's care in use. The saw is only designed to make straight, plumb cuts. If the work is kept flat and fed slow and straight the cut has minimal chipping. It is not a precision lapidary saw, however.
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This seems to be a general issue, regardless of the brand of tool. I bought a caulking removal tool and it works well and does a pretty good job of removing flaking paint.I bought some blades from Imperial and they seem to hold up pretty well. The main use for the tool is for places where nothing else can get access. It works really well, even with a worn blade for cutting rectangular holes in drywall. Another application is to remove relatively small damaged areas of a panel. Then cut a plug to insert and glue in place.
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It should be. Mine is applied to glazed tiles, and was easily peeled off for adjustment. No residue left behind.
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The board is pebbled, but not deeply. It is very easy to clean. The lip is at the top of the length. There is more than I kind of board so be careful with which one you order. Make sure that the lip is the way you want it. It is frosted but not opaque, you can still see through it.
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Grace, T.tiles are ceramic tile vs. porcelain. purchase to allow for some breakage. The key to any hand tile cutter is a sharp clean blade and an even consistent scribe line as you drag across the surface. This unit has an easy built in method to aid in the break. One note, it will be tricky(on any manual cutter)to slice thin sections/edges off. If this is needed, a motorized tile cutting system may be needed.
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I used this on tile with an angle grinder for a small number of detail cuts. It cuts through tile very well. I use it on pavers as well. Haven't used this blade in a wet saw though. Good blade for my use.
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Hi . it does have a chipbreaker and is bevel down as per a normal smoothing plane. I've found it good as it had an adjustable mouth.regards for fine work.
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Has anyone ever cut slate tiles with this tool? I'm trying to finish a shower wall, and need to rip 2"x2" slate mosaic tiles that are about a half inch thick. I understand I should get a diamond blade.
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It worked excellent with Porcelain Tile Floor. I have pics but can't figure out how to post them.
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I replaced my bathroom floor with ceramic tile and used the blade that came with the kit. It cut it like butter. Porcelain is harder than ceramic, but I expect it would cut it just fine.
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We installed 500mm(~19 3/4 inch) tile, and as long as scoring pressure was constant, the cuts were very clean. Diagonal cuts will likely depend on the angle. The only cuts I found troublesome were ones where I was trying to trim less than an inch.
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Chicago Electric is the brand name of this tile saw. Nice tile saw I've had it about six months now cuts well table glides well I've cut probably 75+ tiles with it. The downsides I can think of is that the tile saw blade and stand are not included. Both are needed.
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I wouldn't attempt to use this blade to cut porcelain tile. First of all it isn't heavy enough and would wear out very quickly. I also suspect it would cause chipping of the tile edge making it unattractive. The primary tool to cut porcelain tile is a wet diamond blade in a special tool setup. Usually rentable.