Cutting Granite Tiles

thekctermite

I've done numerous tile jobs, but have never used granite tiles before. I'm doing a job that will have 12x12 verde labrador granite tiles on the floor, and i don't know what to expect when cutting them. Any special precautions???

Of course I will be using a good wet saw.

98mustangguy

there you go thats all ya need they cut slower than ceramics but nothing bad at all. make sure you have a good blade for granite in there

MattCoops

And get yourself something to mark your cuts with

A sharpie works, when your tile is dry.

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Twust1285

I like to use blue painters tape when marking granite, it help to see the line, it also prevents chipping at the ends of the cut, which can happen even when using the best of wet saws with the best of blades. That's not to say that you don't need both of those. You should use a good wet saw with a strong engine. MK makes a good wet saw. They also make good baldes, the Hot-Dog blade works fairly well for a decent price also.

thekctermite

Thanks guys

Bud Cline

I wouldn't be using a Sharpie on any natural stone, thats' not a good idea.