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How Do You Use A Glass Cutter On Ceramic Tiles?

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How Do You Use A Glass Cutter On Ceramic Tiles?

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When a project calls for laying ceramic tile, rarely can you complete the job without cutting some of the individual pieces. Masonry experts know that a glass cutter can make the job easier and more efficient. Try some techniques with a glass cutter the next time you need to cut a tile to fit. Wear leather gloves when working with cut pieces of tile since the edges can be quite sharp. Likewise, wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from flying chips of tile. Place the tile on a secure surface where it won’t slide when you score it. A slightly damp towel works well as does a rubber mat or any surface that holds the tile firmly in place. Hold the straight edge along the section of tile where you want to cut. Using one hand to hold the straightedge in place, draw the carbide wheel or tip of the glass cutter along the straightedge, pressing firmly and scoring or scratching the tile’s glazed surface. Examine the score mark. If it doesn’t run completely across the tile, do it again, scori

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