When it comes to the world of tiling, having the right tools at your disposal can make a world of difference in the quality and efficiency of your work. While the basics like tile cutters, tiling trowels, washboys, and tile spacers are essential; as previously mentioned in our ‘Your Tiling Tools Essentials’ article, there are however a plethora of lesser-known but incredibly useful tools that can elevate your tiling game. In this blog post, we'll introduce you to some of these tiling tools available at Pro Tiler Tools that can help you take your tiling projects to the next level.

1. Tile Levelling Systems: Traditional tile spacers do an excellent job of creating uniform grout lines, but if you want to achieve perfectly level surfaces, consider investing in a tile levelling system. These systems use clips and wedges to ensure that each tile is flush with its neighbors, eliminating lippage and resulting in a flawless finish.
   On our site, you can choose from tile levelling clips, tile wedges, tile levelling kits, tile levelling pliers and tile spacers and tile pegs - all of which as useful in different ways depending on your project.
   
2. Tile Nippers: Tile nippers are handy tools for making small, precise cuts in ceramic and porcelain tiles. They are particularly useful for shaping tiles around obstacles like pipes and outlets. Pro Tiler Tools offers a range of tile nippers designed for various tile thicknesses and materials, whether you’re looking to nip ceramic, porcelain, or mosaic tiles, you’ll find the right tile nipper for your requirements.
   We have a range of options available, ranging from our affordable PREMTOOL Tungsten Tipped Straight Tile Nippers PTN01 to more niche Montolit Porcelain, Glass & Mosaic Tile Nippers 55W2.
   
3. Grout Float: A grout float or squeegee is an innovative grouting tool that simplifies the grouting process. The wide variety of grout floats available at Pro Tiler Tools provide excellent flexibility and allow you to apply grout more evenly and with less effort. They also help to push grout firmly into the gaps between tiles for better adhesion.
   Some great examples in different sizes and shapes for different finishes and project budgets include:
   • Marshalltown Large Grout Float M43 XL
   • Pro Tiler Tools Pointed Grout Float PGF006
   • Raimondi Dual Profile Rigid Rubber Grout Float 100 x 250mm 13695X245BSG
   
4. Tile Bevelling Machines: A tile bevelling machine allows you to create a uniform bevel along the entire length of the worked edge.
   Here are five great examples:
   • Sigma Bevel Machine
   • Sigma Jolly Edge Mitre/Chamfer/Bullnose Machine
   • Montolit Bevelling Machine
   • Battipav Perfect Jolly Bevelling Machine
   • Raimondi Jolly Bevelling Machine
   You can also shop all tile bevelling machine accessories here.
   
5. Edge/Corner Protectors: Corner and edge protectors are simple but effective trims that prevent chipping or damage to the edges of your tiles. Protecting the edges and corners of your tiles once they have been fitted is important, especially in a commercial environment, such as a pub, club or kitchen where there is heavy footfall.
   Here are a few categories of tile protection to explore:
   • Plastic Edge Protection ERP
   • Aluminium Edge Protection EAA
   • Stainless Steel Edge Protection EAS
   

6. Tile Thumpers: Known as both tile thumpers and tile beaters, the vibration action of a tile thumper removes residual air bubbles when trapped between the tile and adhesive, this procedure is crucial to ensure perfect adhesion of the tile to the floor/wall and to avoid future cracks on the material.
   
7. Tile Leveling Pliers: These pliers are designed to help you insert tile spacers into even the tightest gaps. They can be especially handy when working with large-format tiles where precision is critical.
   
8. Tile Repair Kits: Accidents happen, and tiles can crack or chip during installation. Having a tile repair kit on hand can save you time and money by allowing you to fix minor damage quickly and without replacing the entire tile. At Pro Tiler Tools, we offer the Tenax Universal Tile & Stone Repair Kit 00031297 which was designed for professional and very high precision repairs of natural stone, ceramic, and quartz surfaces. It’s also Ideal for repairing chipping on the surface or the edge of tiles.
   
9. Tile Suckers: When it's time to remove or replace a tile, tile suckers and suction cups make the job easier. They provide a secure grip, allowing you to lift tiles without damaging the surrounding ones.
   Our diverse range of tile suckers includes a variety of industry-leading brands known for their exceptional performance, such as Bihui, Battipav, Grabo, Montolit, Raimondi, Rubi, Sigma, and Vitrex. The single pump sucker is a dependable choice for smaller tiles and intricate patterns, while the twin suction cup provides stability for larger tiles. For those tackling even larger surfaces, the quad suction pad offers enhanced holding capacity.
   

What Tiling Tools Do I Need?

All tiling tools from Pro Tiler Tools can take your tiling projects to a new level of precision and professionalism. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a DIY enthusiast, having the right tools can make all the difference in achieving a long-lasting tile installation.

If you’re looking for an essential tiling tools checklist, make sure to combine the suggestions within this article, and those in our previous ‘Your Tiling Tools Essentials’ article.

We understand the importance of achieving a high-quality finish with your tiling projects, so we want to ensure that you’re able to produce outstanding results with our equipment. We also value quality customer service, and offer a speedy next-day delivery service on the majority of products, delivering directly to your door so that you can fulfill projects quickly and efficiently for all of your customers. Should you need any tiling advice or support with your order, don’t hesitate to contact us via email at [email protected] or give us a call at 01604 859800.