Cutting tile cleanly is the make-or-break skill for a polished installation, whether you’re working with ceramic, porcelain, or stone. With the right tools, techniques, and safety habits, you can ...

Q. I have never used a ceramic-tile cutter. Is cutting tile really possible with such a simple tool? How can such a tool make straight cuts without shattering the tile? What tips can you offer when ...

QDEAR TIM: I have never used a ceramic tile cutter. Is cutting tile possible with such a simple tool? How can it make straight cuts without shattering the tile? What tips can you offer for working ...

Frequently you have to make L-shaped or U-shaped cuts as you work with ceramic tile. On an L-shaped cut, you can make the second cut with the ceramic-tile cutter, but the first cut will need to be ...