Whether you are an established tiler or just starting out, it is important that you are prepared with some essential tiling tools to ensure you are set up to tackle a variety of tiling projects. Choosing the right tiling tools can help improve the quality of your work and reduce the time it takes to complete the job, all resulting in a happy customer and more repeat business. Building up and adding to your kit collection might seem daunting, but as long as you have your essentials you will be good to go.

Manual Tile Cutters

Manual tile cutters are one of the most important tiling essentials to have in your tool selection. Manual cutters are convenient to transport to jobs and easy to use on various tile materials and sizes (depending on the size of cutter you have bought). Far more practical than a tile scribe, with some great value cutters available, having a manual tile cutter for any job will improve the speed and accuracy of tile cuts, and is a must-have for any tiler.

At Pro Tiler Tools we offer a vast range of professional manual tile cutters from leading manufacturers such as Montolit, Rubi, Sigma and more. Whether you require a manual tile cutter with a multi-point breaker, a swivelling measurement bar or one-hand operation, we offer one of the latest collections available in the UK, all at fantastic trade prices.

A very popular choice of manual tile cutter is the Montolit P5. These cutters have been designed to improve overall performance. The 5 important “dynamic characteristics” of the Montolit P5 is the structured modular frame, which optimises the behaviour of the machine for front cuts, thick cuts, or full-body porcelain. The multifunctional goniometrical square can rotate both to the right (+45 degrees) and to the left (-45 degrees), allowing precise cuts in succession at any angle. This makes it great for accuracy. The strength indicators allow you to control the pressure exerted. The P5s also have lateral supports and are designed for large sizes.

We recently introduced a new range of manual tile cutters by Battipav. The Sintesi range has been designed to encompass all the requirements and needs of the end user. The Sintesi cutters are easy to carry making transporting from job to job with your kit easier. Additionally, the carriage group is equipped with 9 ball bearings for fluid and precise movement. The easy alignment of tiles along with the side extensions makes these cutters simple and easy to use.

If you are looking for something suitable for intensive cutting of all types of ceramic tile, the Rubi TX-MAX range has been designed with great efficiency for this cutting type. The high performance of these cutters allows for easy and quick execution of angular cuts (from 0 degrees to 45 degrees). The advanced position of the scoring wheel increases visibility during scoring and separation. This system increases work performance, both on thin materials and on thicker ones.

The Sigma series 4 manual tile cutters are another popular choice amongst tilers. The series 4 offers two different models, the Sigma series 4 NEX and Sigma series 4 UP. The series 4 NEX is suitable for cutting all types of commercially available tiles. Pushing away from the lateral stop measurement bar allows a much stronger scribe mark on the material, which in turn allows particularly thick or difficult materials to be easily cut. It also offers the added advantage of the lateral stop measurement bar being conveniently close to the operator. The Sigma series 4 UP tile cutter is designed for pulling incisions that are quick and easy for cutting tiles. This particular tile cutter also features an ergonomically shaped handle specific for the pulling incision.

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Wet Saws

The main difference between a manual tile cutter and a wet tile saw is that a wet saw requires electricity rather than relying solely on the user. A wet saw tile cutter is good for larger projects and enables you to cut tiles faster, to thicker depths and often more precisely than a manual tile cutter, as well as being able to cut harder materials such as stone. Wet saw units are typically large and take longer to set up, but offer an additional level of power and precision

The Raimondi Zoe Bridge Wet Saw is designed for cutting porcelain, granite, marble, stone, bricks and much more. These cutters range in size from 1050mm cutting length to 1550mm and are perfect for cutting mitres from 0 degrees to 45 degrees. The Zoe has jet nozzles to keep the blade cool with a 38L removable water tank for easy cleaning. These wet saws are a very popular choice amongst tilers.

Another popular wet saw available at Pro Tiler Tools is the iQMS362 Dry Cut Masonry Saw 230v. Its unmatched speed and accuracy, versatility in material cutting, portability, power management, and dust collection make this a great choice for masonry and hardscape professionals. The iQ is a popular choice due to its dustless properties; the technology in these saws has been tested and captures over 99.5% of the dust, ensuring a cleaner workspace and less time spent cleaning down.

A favourite amongst many tilers,the Battipav Class Plus Bridge Wet Saw is a radial tile cutter ideal for straight and 45-degree angle cuts on porcelain stoneware, tiles and marble. This wet saw is equipped with a powerful motor sliding cutting head and tilting edge. The cutting head is horizontally pivoted and can be locked at the intended height for further ease of use. Its new design with vanguard technical innovation, make it strong and precise, and it is equipped with a powerful motor sliding cutting head and tilting engine.

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Diamond Blades

Diamond blades are used to cut through a variety of tough materials, and are a staple tool to have in your tiling tool kit. You can get different types of blades for cutting different materials, meaning it is important to take into consideration the materials you are cutting on your next job when looking to purchase your diamond blade.

A popular blade amongst tilers for cutting porcelain, ceramic, granite and stone tiles are Premtool diamond blades. These tile cutting discs are a popular choice due to their great value and reliable performance. Premtool blades are an affordable and effective range, without compromising on quality which makes it a go-to blade for tilers.

If you are looking for a versatile blade that can be used on a variety of different materials, the Marcrist CK850 range is one of the best diamond blade ranges on the market. These blades can be used on most materials, even the hardest of porcelain which is why it is a popular choice. Due to the ultra-thin edge design, it enables clean and precise cuts and gives tilers extreme cutting speed and extra long life. The Marcrist CK850 blade can cut all tiles including all grades of porcelain, all ceramic tiles, marble, slate and granite.

The Montolit SCXS-T DNA blade allows for easy cutting of 20mm thick porcelain tiles. The diamonds are precisely arranged in individual positions around the circumference of the blade. The result is a blade that effortlessly cuts with minimal chipping on a wide range of materials with amazing speed and durability.

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Other Tiling Essentials

Tile Lifting Systems

Tile lifting systems are designed and used to move large format tiles. If you are working with large format tiles, investing in a reliable tile lifting system will make these installs a lot easier. The Battipav Agile range is perfect for large format tiles allowing for easy movement and installation; it is a lightweight telescopic tile lifting system for large format tiles with a minimum length of 1720mm and a maximum length of 3300mm.

The Raimondi Easy-Move large format tile lifting system has 8x vacuum suction cups with pressure gauges for textured tiles. This lifting system offers functionality and performance never achieved before. Crossbars can be easily tilted at an angle to adapt to even the most complicated slab layouts.

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Trowels

A trowel is an essential tool for every tiler and is used to spread adhesive before laying the tiles. Trowels come in various sizes and different teeth sizes will be suitable for different types of tiles, substrates and locations. Notched trowels are designed to leave notches in the adhesive to allow air to escape when pressing in the tile. Our extensive range of tiling trowels is sure to have everything you need for your next project.

Our selection of trowels by Rubi are popular amongst tilers. These trowels have ergonomic RUBIFLEX handles with extremely lightweight and resistant aluminium reinforcement. The reinforcement and the plate are attached very rigidly, by means of pressure bolts that once fitted are impossible to remove without affecting the unitary nature of the tool.

Genesis trowels are another very popular choice namely because they sell trowel box sets. These trowel sets come complete with 6 blades, an interchangeable handle and a carry case which is ventilated at the bottom, making the cleaning process a whole lot easier and more convenient. The interchangeable handle enables this trowel to be used by left or right-handed professionals with ease and having a set of trowels in one makes it an asset to any tiler.

Marshalltown trowels feature great comfort and high strength. The blade of these trowels are made from carbon steel which is a lot stronger than regular steel, thus reducing the risk of it breaking. Marshalltown trowels also feature a Durasoft handle that makes them comfortable to hold, especially over an extended period of time, making them a firm favourite amongst many tilers.

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Washboys

An often underrated tiling tool is the Washboy. A Washboy acts as a finishing tool enabling increased speed when grouting allowing you to achieve a clean precise finish each time. They are suitable for cleaning and removing grout and grout residue on wall and floor tiles.

The Raimondi Pedalo Washboy is ideal for use on large areas thanks to its 40L capacity and foot-operated pedal which allows the user to stay in an upright position. In addition to the pole sponge and pedal aiding the user, the high-capacity 40L bucket reduces the need for frequent water changes enabling you to work consistently for longer.

If you are looking for a more cost-friendly washboy option, the Kubala 20L medium washboy set includes a dual roller, washboy sponge, grout float and 2 wheels for easy transportation.

Alternatively, the SquEasy Wash System’s innovative patent system provides easier and quicker wringing of the sponge for consistent absorption every time. Only requiring one-handed pressure on the handle is ideal to reduce stress on the wrist, shoulder and back compared to other washboys on the market. The lifetime for your sponge floats will dramatically increase since only one vertical motion is necessary to wring water from the sponge.

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