Whether you're an experienced DIY enthusiast or just starting out on your first project, having the right tile tools will make the installation faster and easier with a more professional looking end result.

 

Types of Tools for Tile Work

Tile Cutters

Manual Tile Cutters

Ideal for making straight cuts, manual tile cutters are equipped with a scoring wheel and a snapping mechanism. You score the tile with the wheel, then snap it along the line.

 

Electric Tile Saws

For more complex cuts, such as rounded shapes or thicker materials like stone tiles, an electric tile saw is needed. You can use a diamond blade to make clean, precise cuts on even the hardest tiles.

 

Tile Installation

Leveling Tools

A level is the first tool you need to ensure proper tile installation. To help keep the tiles in line, you will also need to use level wedges and clips as you work.

 

Trowels

Trowels are used to apply adhesive to surfaces. They come in various sizes and notch shapes, each designed to control the amount of adhesive applied. The size and spacing of the trowel notches should be chosen based on the tile size and type of adhesive used.

 

Spacers

Spacers are small plastic pieces that help in maintaining uniform gaps between tiles. They are available in different thicknesses to achieve various grout line widths. Proper spacing is one of the most important aspects of both aesthetic and structural integrity.

 

Tile Finishing

Grout Floats

After the tiles are set and the adhesive has dried, a grout float is used to press the grout into these gaps and remove excess grout from the tile surface.

 

Sponges

Sponges are particularly helpful for wiping off excess grout and polishing the tile face. We recommend using sponges rather than clothes for cleaning up tile installations.

 

Safety Gear

Utility Gloves

Wearing utility gloves protects your hands from cuts and scrapes while handling tiles. It also keeps them shielded from tile adhesive, which could irritate your skin.

 

Knee Pads

When installing floor tile, knee pads are a must. They allow your knees and back to stay comfortable for long periods while working close to the ground.

 

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Not sure what tile tools you need for your DIY installation project? You can visit one of our showrooms and our expert staff will help you find the right tools for the job.