How to Cut Porcelain and Ceramic Floor Tiles #tiling #howto

In this detailed tutorial, Tile Mountain’s brand ambassador and DIY expert Craig Phillips teaches you how to cut three different types of porcelain and ceramic floor tiles with precision and ease. Whether you're tackling a home renovation or simply updating your floors, Craig’s step-by-step instructions will help you get professional results every time.

In this video, you'll learn:

🔹 The best tools for cutting porcelain and ceramic tiles
🔹 How to measure and mark tiles for accurate cuts
🔹 Techniques for using a tile cutter, tile saw, and other cutting tools
🔹 Tips for achieving smooth, clean edges without cracking or chipping

Craig will also share expert tips on how to make tricky cuts, like notches and angled edges, so you can handle any project with confidence. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned DIYer, this guide will equip you with the skills to cut tiles like a pro.

Cutting large-format porcelain and ceramic floor tiles offers several key benefits, especially when it comes to achieving a sleek, modern look in your space. These tiles create fewer grout lines, providing a cleaner, more continuous surface that visually expands the room and makes it feel more spacious. Large-format tiles also reduce the amount of grout maintenance required, making them easier to clean and maintain over time. By cutting these tiles to fit perfectly around edges, corners, or fixtures, you can ensure a seamless installation that highlights the beauty of the tile while minimizing visible seams. With the right tools and techniques, cutting large-format tiles becomes manageable, giving you the flexibility to customise your layout for a polished, professional finish.

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[ishtapinks]

Watched this concise video once and quickly tiled my entrance way. Thanks!

[rolandwolf]

Thank you so much. I have been breaking the odd tile and I think I can see why.

[citizenranjit]

HI Craig, you re excellent. Thank you for sharing.

[Sajalane]

Thanks for the video. Very informative.

[franklowe]

Omfg thank you. Our 6 inch was snapping needed a supper small cut. Worked like a charm

[mikemaman]

Snapped the corner off in first tile :D.
But regarding the cutter. Can you get nice straight edge from it? (similar to new tile edge) Or you taking new tile for every piece you need?

[ryanh]

When using a tile cutter do not press down hard when scoring the lighter you press tge cleaner the cut will be as long as it is continuously cut

[migelefigo]

THANK YOU very skilful what cutter do you use?

[Beechpilot]

Can you use the wet saw.ypu profiled at the end on a large format tile? Say 1000 mm long for rip cuts?

[yeechoonbebe]

Tile' s cutting are so much fun ' s ! Largest sizes of tile' s are very expensive ' s ! Am I right ? So

[El_Nombre-ex]

Hi Craig, can you cut 60 x 30 porcelain tiles in half and use those halves in addition to the larger whole tile to create a modular look? I have slate look porcelain tiles

[jeremymichellecolombo]

What brand cutter are you using? I can't find great reviews on local hardware store cutters.

[spiritedaway]

wow! where can i buy the smaller tile cutter?

[lukaszb]

What about thickness? Guess i can't use this to cut 20mm outdoor tiles?

[ginger]

what about cutting a large circle in large tile?

[yeechoonbebe]

I see ! Smart ' s working tool's ! Well spend ' s ( time's and money's, well

[strangersgarden]

Can someone recommend me a quality tile cutter that can cut 600x600 8mm thick porcelain tile, also something that won't break the bank. I'm really struggling on finding a good one there's split opinions everywhere

[johnmccormick]

What accent does Craig have? Or, where is he from? Please answer this only if you are from Britain. Thanks.

[tistenp]

On your first cut you chipped off a corner... and then you ignore it, as if it didn't happen... sneaky ;)