Cutting Vinyl Tile Squares

For this step you will need a t square and a utility knife or a handsaw.

Cutting vinyl tile squares.

This process is very simple because vinyl tile is easy to cut. Though the idea of cutting tiles may seem daunting the process is actually quite simple. Carpenter square for guiding straight and angled cuts. Leave the tiles in the room for at least 2 days before you plan to cut and adhere them.

Bring the lever on the tile cutter towards you to put the cutter wheel in the start position. To make a pattern to cut the tile around the outflow pipe measure the diameter to the outer edge of the collar around the outflow pipe. Cut the circle out. You can rent a vinyl tile cutter from a tool rental shop.

When you use this piece of equipment make sure to place it on a flat surface so that your cuts are accurate. Set the self adhesive tile onto the tool and then run the cutting blade across the top. If the width is less than of a plank cut roughly of the plank in the first row. Vinyl tile is much easier to cut than ceramic tile and you can trim it using a utility knife or a vinyl tile cutter.

Level optional a level at least 4 feet long can be used to guide rip cuts. This will provide you with a perfect cut every time. Position the tile in the cutter glazed side up. Vinyl composition tile cutter if you are installing laminate flooring in a large kitchen or basement recreation area rent a special cutter for vinyl tile.

This will ensure an even start and finish of the rows and reduce the number of rejects. Here is your tool list with prices. Vinyl tile often comes in square pieces and you may need to cut tiles to fit them to the edge of the wall or around appliances. Cut and place your tiles using the pattern.

The sharp sliding cutter will slice through 9 or 12 inch tiles and also cuts tiles diagonally. Using a tile cutter or straight edge and a utility knife cut your pieces as needed to fit within the backsplash area. Determine the width of the last row of vinyl plank flooring. Place it beneath the blade rails and snug against the end stop.

Having extra tile takes the stress out of making these cuts. Once all the tile is in place install your new outlet covers. Cutting the tiles 1 place the peel and stick tiles in the room for 48 hours. Tools supplies costs for cutting vinyl plank flooring.

Cut the marked self adhesive vinyl tile with a utility knife remove the backing and press it into place.