Tile Cutting · Hand Tools
Sigma Manual Tile Cutter
Best tile cutter on the market, The "Push" model can cut the toughest of tiles and is long lasting.
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Tools I Use
Tools I Recommend for Tiling.
A practical collection of the tiling tools and equipment I use, trust and would recommend. From everyday essentials to specialist kit for cutting, measuring, installation and finishing.
✓ Tools I actually use
✓ Everyday essentials
✓ Professional kit
✓ Useful specialist tools
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Watch First
The tiling tools you actually need.
If you're building your first tiling kit, start here. This video covers the tools and equipment worth having before the job begins.
Tried & Trusted
My recommended tiling tools.
Browse the tools below, read why I use them, and follow the link when you want to see the exact product or an equivalent I recommend.
Tile Cutting · Power Tools
Bosch GWS 7-115 Angle Grinder
Lightweight, small and versatile. Great for power and comfortable to use for lengthy cuts.
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Tile Cutting · Wet Saw
Rubi DU-200 EVO 850 Wet Saw
A good all rounder for wet cutting. Relatively lightweight and 850mm is a good max length for most tiles.
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Measuring · Pens
Colouring Pens
Beleive it or not water based colouring pens are great for marking tiles.
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Measuring · Layout
Stanley Tape Measure
A good quality tape is essential for room measurements, set-out checks and accurate cutting.
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Measuring · Levels
Stabila Spirit Levels
These thin Stabila levels are perfect for tiling, easy to read and perfect for placing on top of tiles.
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Installation · Hand Tools
Bihui Notched Trowels
I'd reccomend having a 6mm, 8mm and 10mm trowel in your kit to cover all situtations.
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Installation · Hand Tools
Bihui Hand Trowel
A flat bucket trowel is perfect for mixing up, or scraping out adhesive and grout.
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Installation · Hand Tools
Speed Square
Speed squares are great for marking tile cuts and espesially helpfull for angle marking.
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Installation · Hand Tools
Rubi Tile Nippers
Tile nippers are a tool you don't think of, but they are one of the most importnat tools in your kit for shaping tiles.
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Installation · Hand Tools
Diamond Rubbing Block
Diamond rubbing blocks are great for smoothing rough tile edges, 200 grit is a perfect grade.
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Installation · Lippage
Bihui Tile Levelling System
Needed for large format tiles to corret tile lippage, These clips are also re-useable.
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Installation · Wedges
Sigma Tile Wedges
Wedges are vital for micro adjustments when tiling. These Sigma one's are highly reccomended.
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Cutting · Diamond Discs
Rubi TCR 115 Cutting Disc
For thin clean cuts and getting through harder tiles like porcelain.
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Finishing · Grouting
MARSHALLTOWN Grout Float
A soft, comfortable grout float makes grouting far quicker and less strain on the wrists.
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Safety · PPE
Ear Defenders
A solid pair of ear defenders, that are comfortable for long periods of time.
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Safety · PPE
Base Camp Dust Mask
Base Camp dust masks are light and comfortable to wear for long periods.
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Safety · PPE
Rubber Gloves
Good strong gloves, that are great for protecting your hands when installing tiles and grouting
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Plan Before You Tile
See Tile Layout Pro
Use the right tools — and start with the right layout.
Tile Layout Pro helps you plan floors and walls to scale, test tile patterns, visualise cuts and calculate quantities before you start installing.