Simple way to mitre a tile..................Mitre Wiz

[Alan M]

maybe that could be a problem. if you got some 1mm thick flexible low friction mat to lay in between

 

[jay]

Think the only way to eliminate the possible prob with the guide is to have the guide run on the back of the tile but that's a complete redesign it might not be an issue

 

[Mitre Wiz]

Hi Guys,
Thanks for all the comments so far...... been a few different opinions and questions so i will try and answer them for you.
We intend to price the mitre wiz well enough so that both diy and tilers will want and afford to give it a go. Having 1 made for diyers and a separate commercial 1 for a tiler is an option. However the material that we are currently looking at to make it with (30% glass filled plastic) should last even the tiler years of use. I realise that some tilers prefer trim over mitres as it protects the edges and some feel it leave it looking professional and mitres can be difficult and time consuming. We have designed the mitre wiz with that in mind so it leaves enough biscuit of the tile to make the joint strong and professional (2mm) that only takes approx secs to cut. I am confident that once it comes to market even the most objective tilers to mitres will be impressed enough to have one in their tool box. (with time) Have even tested it with people that have never picked up a grinder and have got it right the first time. Talking to a lot of people on this topic mitre or trim one of the main probs with trim is it dates a long time befor the tiling. As far as scratching the glazed surface it hasnt been a problem as the majority of dust and grit is blown downwards by the grinder. Mitre or trim is a common argument by tilers and both have a place in the profession. Not trying to compete or replace trim just trying to make mitring much easier, safer and ultimately faster so that it will be a simpler option for those that dont have a wet saw or cant do it by eye with a grinder. I ask those that prefer trim have you needed to mitre at some stage over the last 12 months? If you knew mitring was a simpleand much faster task that left the your job with a strong professional edge that cost no extra (trim costs) would you consider going back to mitring? Thanks for your time app it.......
Troy MD Mitre Wiz

 

[widler]

i think trim has a place in tiling,looks better on some tiles than mitring,but this looks good

 

[MTiler]

can always put some masking tape on the tile to stop any possible scratching. Would deffo want one

 

[Bolter]

I would def buy one, and would make a point of offering more mitred edging!

 

[Kevin George]

Does it really work well on porcelain tiles?

 

[Gazzer]

Does it really work well on porcelain tiles?

Why shouldnt it ? more to do with the diamond wheel you use isnt it ?

 

[doug boardley]

[video=youtube;3oInQOcbX0Y]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oInQOcbX0Y&feature=related[/video]

 

[doug boardley]

[video=youtube;UMuIJGMTNIc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMuIJGMTNIc&feature=related[/video]

 

[Tony73]

I think the best way for mitred corners, wet saw, and just to run with polisher after.

 

[Kevin George]

Just doubted that a dry wheel wouldn't chip the edges of really hard tiles as it gets hot. That's why I asked.

 

[Tony73]

it's good idea, but maby for soft ceramic tiles.

 

[DHTiling]

it's good idea, but maby for soft ceramic tiles.

it's ya blade that does the cutting not the mitre wiz.. :lol:

 

[Tony73]

if you have just stright cut it's ok. how about recess where you have U shape cut on the tile etc.

 

[Tony73]

blade cuts ,but mabe chip porcelain tile

 

[Tony73]

i did not use tile trim for many years now. allways do mitred corners. on my profile there is bath and vanity unit (lime stone)with all mitred corners

 

[Gazzer]

Just doubted that a dry wheel wouldn't chip the edges of really hard tiles as it gets hot. That's why I asked.

Different wheels give different finishes. Montolit gets a big thumbs.

 

[Kevin George]

Different wheels give different finishes. Montolit gets a big thumbs.

I have paid for expensive blades for my angle grinder in the past and never found them to be as good as using the wet cutter for getting a clean cut.
Maybe I'll look at a montolit wheel next time I buy one then.

 

[Tony73]

http://www.****************/shop/p28341 does anyone use this blade?

 

[Tony73]

spend £60 on marcrist, did not do the job. i use spectrum pro, cheap and last for long, and does clean cut on porcelain

 

[doug boardley]

can we keep on thread please....

 

[Tony73]

ok, i have done mitred corners with spectrum disc, but usualy do it on rubi wet saw

 

[Mortorman]

Surley a grinder would chip the edge of the tile?

 

[Mike Mike]

Having watched the videos, if I can't buy a Mitre Wizz RIGHT NOW I will kill everyone!