How to Cut Tile Around Outlets

Today’s tutorial shares how to cut tile around outlets.

This project can be a challenge without the right tools.

We recently got Montolit’s Squadro angle grinder blade specifically for this video.

The Squadro’s diameter is 3 3/8″, which makes it perfect for cutting electrical outlets in tile.

Let’s dive in!

 

The Montolit Squadro: Why It’s Awesome

Angle grinders are great tools for cutting ceramic or porcelain tile.

And 4.5 inch diamond blades are typically great for long cuts.

But the Montolit Squadro has a smaller radius than a 4.5 inch blade.

This makes the Squadro an excellent blade for cutting the short side of outlets in tile.

Plus, the shorter radius prevents overcuts and a gives more professional finished look.

The Squadro can cut ceramic, porcelain, granite, and marble.

Angle Grinder Basics for Cutting Tile

Safety is imperative when using angle grinders.

This is particularly true when using a diamond blade.

Dust from tile is terrible to inhale, and we highly recommend using the Sundstrom Silica Dust Respirator Kit.

It’s well worth the money and will protect your lungs from harmful irritants.

Also, good safety glasses and hearing protection are important.

Always look at the angle grinder’s maximum RPM and the blade’s maximum RPM.

It’s best to make sure the angle grinder blade’s max RPM is more than the angle grinder’s RPM.

For example, the Fein WSG7-115 is rated at 12,000 RPM.

The Montolit Squadro is rated at 18,000 RPM.

So these two tools can be used together.

Furthermore, the arrow on the angle grinder should line up with the arrow on the blade.

Tighten down the blade on the grinder while it’s unplugged or without the battery.

Cutting Around Outlets with the Squadro

What’s the best way to start cutting an outlet in a tile?

Start the cut on the finished side of the tile.

And complete the cut on the opposite side of the tile.

Patience and a keen eye along with the Montolit Squadro will help make perfect cut tile around outlets.

Watch our video for all the details

What’s Next

Outlets can slow up a tile project in bathrooms or kitchens.

But the Squadro and WSG7-115 can make it easy.

Montolit also has great manual tile cutters like the Masterpiuma, which can also cut glass tile.

If you’re doing a bathroom remodel and need help, join one of our online courses – they’ll make your bathroom renovation much easier!

Let me know if you have any questions and I’ll do my best to help.

Cheers,

Jeff

Montolit Squadro