plasplugs master tiler

[steve9999]

just want a very rough estimate for a full time ceramic tiler that also cuts porcelain now and again.

 

[eatsmice]

Spent the last week or so plugging away at 9mm porcelain tiles with the Master Tiler. Because they are big tiles, its being used almost constantly. Tried a local tilers dry cutter, but couldn't get the knack and shattered a couple, so back to the wet cutter.

The finish with the stock blade is more than adequate, but you need to take your time. I get soaked as the tiles are too big for the water to run off properly or to use the guide, and the grooves do need cleaning out each time. (think I'll be trying that suggestion of filling the grooves!)

With about 100 tiles on the wall, about 80 are cut and I wondered if I should try a new blade. Bought the turbo blade TDW180 and after a couple of tests took it off and went back to the original. Although the blade goes through the tiles a lot faster, even going slow left the edges badly chipped.

I was almost tempted to give mitring a try, but after the comments above, I don't think so.

I was suffering from the very end of the cut (last cm) breaking away. Using a wooden baton to even the push pressure on either side of the cut reduced this, but now cutting halfway in from each side, and flipping upside down for the final inch or so. Yes I get soaked, but I am more than happy with the final result.

 

[pjtiler]

if your going to take this tiling game seriously get a rubi leave the plastic crap to the DIY Er's

 

[Droopy]

if your going to take this tiling game seriously get a rubi leave the plastic crap to the DIY Er's

I have spent £7-800 in the past on Rubi and Sigma wet cutters.
But now i would rather buy a new 'plastic crap' cutter every year or so, as they are more than good enough for the job.

 

[pjtiler]

oh right i didn't know they zipped through 30mm granite or marble

you live an learn http://www.buybrandtools.com/acatalog/Rubi-Diamant-DW-250-N-Wet-Saw.html

 

[CBTC]

if your going to take this tiling game seriously get a rubi leave the plastic crap to the DIY Er's

Yes if you're going to do serious levels of work you need to spend as with any type of professional equipment. The small ones / cheaper ones just dont give as good a job and are less stable, thus not as accurate for cutting large tiles or stone. We have various sizes of wetsaw and I do think the Plasplugs top version looks pretty good for the price, in relation to smaller works, jobs where just a few shape cuts are required. Quite interested that those of you who use it think it goes well and does the job.

Has anyone used / got the DeWalt wet saw? Seen it at a show - wondered what its like in use.

 

[doit4u]

Have had a Plasplugs master for about 9 months found it very good initally. Bought a Macrist wheel on the recommendations from this site and this is certainly gives a quicker cut than the plasplugs wheel. Lately I have been finding that it seems to chip the last 3 or 4mm at the end of a cut. I have also tried it with a part used plasplugs wheel and get the same problem.

Am starting to suspect the machine as I have tried different pressures and being very careful at the end of the cut. My suspicions were confirmed when I went back for phase 2 of a flooring job. Phase 1 was a kitchen/diner and phase 2 a utility and corridor. Both were done with the same 600mm square tiles. Phase one was done on a much smaller older machine without any problems.

I wonder if anyone else has had a similar problem. I need to get it right as my most critical customer {the wife} has finally nailed me down to redo our kitchen next month, I don't see the hurry myself she has only been waiting 5 years.

Chris

 

[sibs]

Yes if you're going to do serious levels of work you need to spend as with any type of professional equipment. The small ones / cheaper ones just dont give as good a job and are less stable, thus not as accurate for cutting large tiles or stone. We have various sizes of wetsaw and I do think the Plasplugs top version looks pretty good for the price, in relation to smaller works, jobs where just a few shape cuts are required. Quite interested that those of you who use it think it goes well and does the job.

Has anyone used / got the DeWalt wet saw? Seen it at a show - wondered what its like in use.

When I was doing my tiling course DeWalt came to us one morning with a prototype of that wet cutter to get some feedback and opinions on what makes a good wet cutter. They were also looking to develop a dry rail cutter so I would be very interested to see the finished article.... I got a free cordless drill out of it so I was well happy!!

 

[pjtiler]

Yes if you're going to do serious levels of work you need to spend as with any type of professional equipment. The small ones / cheaper ones just dont give as good a job and are less stable, thus not as accurate for cutting large tiles or stone. We have various sizes of wetsaw and I do think the Plasplugs top version looks pretty good for the price, in relation to smaller works, jobs where just a few shape cuts are required. Quite interested that those of you who use it think it goes well and does the job.

Has anyone used / got the DeWalt wet saw? Seen it at a show - wondered what its like in use.

i used a dewalt when i worked in the middle east there the top saw over there
there fine once you get used to the press and push action not in the same leage as the rubi though IMHO

 

[DHTiling]

i used a dewalt when i worked in the middle east there the top saw over there
there fine once you get used to the press and push action not in the same leage as the rubi though IMHO

Now that i do agree with...........

 

[Droopy]

oh right i didn't know they zipped through 30mm granite or marble

you live an learn http://www.buybrandtools.com/acatalog/Rubi-Diamant-DW-250-N-Wet-Saw.html

I have been tiling for 18 years and have never fixed 30mm granite once.
But I have fixed 12-15 mm granite a good number of times and my 'plastic crap' cutter has dealt with them every bit as well as my Sigma or Rubi wet cutters ever did.

 

[pjtiler]

I have been tiling for 18 years and have never fixed 30mm granite once.
But I have fixed 12-15 mm granite a good number of times and my 'plastic crap' cutter has dealt with them every bit as well as my Sigma or Rubi wet cutters ever did.

ah well just live in hope im sure your time will come
but when it dose you,ll need a new cutter:yes:

ive been at it 45 years btw

 

[andy-p]

the mastertiler is brilliant for domestic use, sure its not as good as a bridge but its portable and hardly any spray, ideal for setting up inside.. i recently did 2 , 30 odd m2 bathrooms with 600 x300 limestone ,easy and no mess .. but i you want to set up your big bad cutter outside and walk up and down stairs all day.....

 

[Droopy]

ah well just live in hope im sure your time will come
but when it dose you,ll need a new cutter:yes:

ive been at it 45 years btw

I have my Sigma and Rubi cutters too.
I just prefer to use my plastic crap for my run of the mill everday use, rather than lug a huge wet cutter or bridge cutter about.

 

[BuyBrandTools]

A rival to the master tiler has just been launched, the Rubi ND180 BL