Schmith tiling tools - for professionals and do-it-yourselfers
Tilingtools are used in the installation of ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, mosaics and other types of coverings. Under the name of tiling tools there is a collection of tools and accessories, designed for durable and aesthetic installation of ceramics. They can be divided according to the stages of work at which they are used.
Tiling tools for substrate preparation
Preparation of the substrate before proceeding to the next stages of work is very important, as it affects the durability of the completed surface. The substrate before tiling work should be clean and even. In addition, it is worth priming it. For this purpose, use:
- Overlays or brushes for priming - used together with appropriate primers, to strengthen the surface and reduce its absorbency and increase the adhesion of the adhesive. Primers are applied preferably with scratchers or bench brushes, as they allow for quick coverage of large areas with primer.
- Trowels for self-leveling compounds - for renovation work, especially in old buildings, there is often a need to level floors before laying tiles on them. For this purpose, self-leveling masses are used, which create a smooth and horizontal layer, especially on very uneven floors. These masses are most often poured straight from the bucket, but trowels are very helpful for spreading them.
Tiling tools for cutting and working with tiles
Precise cutting of tiles is a key step in tiling work. Depending on the type of tiles and the cutting line, different tools are used, such as:
- Tile cutting guillotine - these are basic tools often used by tile workers. They consist of a base, a guide, a cutting knife and a breaker. The knife draws a line on the surface of the tile, which is then broken up with the breaker. The guillotine works well for straight and perpendicular cuts.
- Electric tile cutter - circular saws for cutting tiles are used when cutting hard materials such as stoneware or stone. Some models have additional water cooling to prevent the diamond blade from overheating, as well as to eliminate dust and ensure a precise and clean cut.
- Tilepliers - tile pliers are used to break off small pieces of tile, as well as to correct cut edges.
- Diamond holesaws - are designed for cutting holes in tiles and hard materials. They come in a variety of diameters and are perfect for making holes for pipes and electrical outlets.
Tiling tools for gluing and grouting
The correct application of glue to the surface and tiles is the stage that determines the durability of the work done. Proper distribution of grout is also extremely important, as it prevents water from getting under the tiles. The most important tool needed to properly glue and grout the tiles is:
- Tinerasps - is designed to apply adhesive to the substrate and tiles. They come in different sizes of teeth, which should be selected according to the size of the tiles in order to choose the right amount of glue for the surface to be glued.
- Mixers for glue and grout - used with drills or drill drivers, they are used to mix mortars, adhesives and grouts to obtain a uniform consistency, without lumps that could adversely affect the strength of the bond.
- Groutfloats and sponge floats - grout floats are used to insert grout into the gaps between tiles, while sponge or rubber floats are used to remove and clean excess and residual grout.
Tiling tools for finishing work
Once the tiles have been properly laid and grouted, finishing work, such as laying silicone, needs to be done. For this purpose, silicone squeezers, which allow for precise dispensing of silicone from a tube, work well.
Schmith tiling tools - for laying tiles and tile.
Our tiling supplies are tools and accessories, designed for complex tile and tile installation - at Schmith we make sure that our products are of the highest quality and allow you to get the best results from your work.
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