Stone and Tile Cutting Tools – FAQs
Posted By Houston Decorator on November 30, 2010
Cutting into stone and tile isn’t your everyday project. The necessary drills, hammers, and cutting tools can make it seem like a daunting task. With such a specific job, where do you even begin?
Our collection of stone and tile cutting tools includes coring and hammer drills, grinders, and a variety of saws. Choose from a number of electric and cordless tools, as well as drivers and a full complement of accessories.
Cutting stone and tile are jobs that shouldn’t be taken lightly. They require knowledge, practice, patience, and the right cutting tools.
FAQs
When do I need a ceramic tile saw?
You’ll require a ceramic tile saw when you’re making certain types of cuts in granite, marble, tile, and other stone products. Most ceramic tile saws utilize diamond blades which produce dust-free and extremely smooth cuts.
Which bits should I use for drilling ceramic tile?
In addition to a steady hand, you’ll need a specific drill bit when drilling ceramic tile. A drill bit made from carbide or diamond is ideal for drilling holes in ceramic tile.
How fast should my tile saw be and why is that important?
The operating speed of a diamond blade affects both cutting speed (productivity) and blade life (cost). With that said, the optimal speed to deliver the most cost-efficient combination of cutting speed and blade life is approximately 9,500 surface feet per minute (SFPM). Each blade diameter has a corresponding revolutions-per-minute measurement (RPM) to help deliver the most favorable SFPM.
In short, the correct tile saw speed could help prevent a disaster and save a load of money.
What do I need to know about cutting with diamond blades?
There’s a rule when it comes to cutting with blades (it might sound a bit counter-intuitive, but here it is): Soft blades cut hard materials, and hard blades cut soft materials.
In other words, use a blade with a softer matrix when you’re cutting into harder, less abrasive materials like cured concrete, brick, tile, or stone. On the other hand, you’ll need a blade with a harder matrix (like diamond blades) to stand firm against the excessive abrasion of softer materials like green concrete, asphalt, or block.
Until next time, Happy Home Improving!
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