Tile Cutting & Tools

Look, I’ve seen plenty of DIY projects go sideways because someone tried to cut corners—literally. And when it comes to those gorgeous little penny rounds, you might be wondering if that trusty tile saw you’ve got can handle them. The short answer? Yes, you can cut penny round tiles with a tile saw, but it’s … Read more

I remember staring at a perfectly good sheet of ceramic tile in my garage, a tiny piece of me dreading the dust cloud and the inevitable frustration that was about to erupt. I’d seen the videos, read the forums – cutting tile looked straightforward enough. Then I remembered my cousin’s bathroom floor, a patchwork of … Read more

So, you’re staring down a mountain of vinyl plank flooring, and your mind drifts to that shiny ceramic tile cutter sitting in your garage. It’s a fair question: can I use a tile cutter for vinyl plank? I’ve been there, wrestling with flooring projects and eyeing tools that might do the job. My gut reaction, … Read more

I’ve stood there, staring at a sheet of mosaic ceramic tile, a perfectly good glass grinder humming in my hand, and wondered, “Can I actually do this?” It’s a question many of us DIYers grapple with when faced with intricate tile cuts. Forget the fancy tile saws for a second; sometimes, you just need a … Read more

You’re standing there, staring at that sheet of mirror. You need a specific size, a clean cut, and the little glass cutter kit you bought feels like it’s mocking you. So, the big question pops into your head: can I cut mirror with tile saw? I’ve been there. I’ve tried dumber things, believe me. The … Read more

I remember the first time I decided I was going to cut my own glass for a DIY project. I had this vision, you know? A custom shelf for my ridiculously tall houseplant collection. Naturally, I raided my dad’s garage, grabbed the first cutting tool I saw – a chunky ceramic tile cutter – and … Read more

I remember staring at a slab of Carrara marble, a beautiful piece I’d splurged on for a tiny bathroom vanity, and then at my trusty manual tile cutter. The question loomed: can I cut marble with a tile cutter? My brain screamed ‘no way,’ but my wallet whispered ‘maybe.’ I’d already seen enough DIY disasters … Read more

I remember staring at that expensive stained-glass panel I’d just spent a fortune on, a single piece chipped right in the corner. My mind immediately went to the tile cutter sitting in my garage. It looked so… capable. Surely, I thought, a tool designed to score and snap ceramic could handle glass, right? That’s the … Read more

I remember the first time I stared at a tiled shower curb, a mess of jagged edges where the field tile met the bullnose. It looked like a five-year-old had attacked it with safety scissors. I’d spent days carefully cutting each piece, only to end up with something that screamed ‘amateur hour.’ The question ‘can … Read more

You’ve stared at that perfectly placed tile, the one holding up your towel rack or a decorative shelf, and wondered. We’ve all been there. That sinking feeling when you realize you need to put a hole in something that looks like it could shatter if you even breathe on it wrong. The question on every … Read more

I’ve been wrestling with tiles for longer than I care to admit, and travertine has always been one of those materials that makes you pause. You see those beautiful, natural stone patterns and think, ‘This is going to be tricky.’ The big question on everyone’s mind, especially if you’re staring down a DIY project, is … Read more

So, you’ve got a project that involves both tiles and glass, maybe a backsplash with some decorative glass inserts or a tabletop where you want to add a tiled edge. You look at your trusty tile cutter, the one that’s reliably scored and snapped ceramic and porcelain tilings for years. And a thought sparks: can … Read more

I’ll cut straight to the chase: can a scroll saw cut tile? The short answer is maybe, but it’s usually not the right tool for the job, and you’ll likely end up frustrated. Years ago, I blew a chunk of change on a fancy scroll saw, thinking it was the answer to all my intricate … Read more

I remember staring at a perfectly good sheet of tempered glass, a pricey mistake staring back at me. I’d seen it done online, all smooth cuts and perfect edges. My reality involved more chipping, more frustration, and ultimately, a very expensive pile of shards. So, the million-dollar question: can tempered glass be cut with a … Read more

I remember the first time I looked at a sheet of natural slate, ready to cut it for a backsplash. My brain immediately went to my trusty snap tile cutter. “Easy peasy,” I thought. Then I remembered why I’d always heard mixed signals about whether can a tile cutter be used on slate. Slate isn’t … Read more

I remember staring at that bathroom floor, a sea of gorgeous 12×24 tiles, and then the reality hit: the edges. Little slivers. Tiny, fiddly bits that just wouldn’t cooperate with the big wet saw. I’d already spent a small fortune on the tiles themselves, plus the saw rental and a whole afternoon wrestling with it. … Read more

Look, I’ve been there. Staring at a pile of beautiful, expensive tile, a brand-new reciprocating saw (or ‘Sawzall’ as most people call it) sitting next to it, and the nagging question in the back of my head: can a Sawzall cut tile? It’s the kind of question that pops up when you’re trying to save … Read more

I remember the first time I tackled a vinyl tile floor in my old rental. The landlord said it was ‘easy’. I looked at the stack of tiles, the cheap utility knife, and then my trusty circular saw sitting in the garage. ‘Surely,’ I thought, ‘that thing can cut through this plastic stuff like butter.’ … Read more

I remember staring at a box of expensive porcelain tiles, a brand-new tile cutter sitting next to them, and a knot of dread in my stomach. The bathroom renovation was already behind schedule, and I’d just discovered my brand-new, supposedly ‘top-of-the-line’ wet saw was spitting sparks and refusing to cut anything straighter than a drunk … Read more

You’re standing there, staring at a pile of beautiful river stones or maybe some hefty slate. You’ve got a tile saw humming in the garage, ready for action. The question pops into your head: can I use a tile saw to cut rocks? I’ve been there. I remember eyeing up some gorgeous, flat pieces of … Read more