How to Cut Porcelain Wall Tile That Is Already Installed

Porcelain wall tile is used in many bathrooms and kitchens because it not only provides an easy-to-clean surface but adds to the room's decor. There may be a variety of reasons why you need to cut porcelain wall tile once it is installed. The most common is to install bathroom fixtures, such as grab bars and towel racks. You can cut installed porcelain wall tile with the correct tools and the right steps.

Grease pencil
Straightedge
Spray bottle
Rotary tool
Porcelain cutting bit
Flat head screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Verify the location where you are cutting several times. If you cut out tile in the wrong location, it will have to be repaired later.
- 2
  Mark the area you need to cut with a grease pencil and a straightedge. This will give you a guide line on which to cut.
- 3
  Fill a spray bottle with water and mist the area where you will be cutting. The water will help mitigate any dust and keep the tile from chipping and splintering.
- 4
  Install a porcelain cutting bit onto a rotary grinding tool. Hold the tool so that the bit is at a 90-degree angle to the tile you are cutting. Start the tool and carefully lower it onto the line you drew. Make a first cut around the entire perimeter of the area then make a second pass to cut completely through the tile. Spray down the area with water if it dries.
- 5
  Scrape off any stuck pieces of porcelain with the blade of a flat head screwdriver. Use the rotary tool to even out the edges.

How to Stuff or Restuff Recliner Arms

How to Use the Airdata Flowhood

Interior Home Repair