However it is an effective way to remove the sharp and potentially dangerous edge from any ceramic tile.
How to grind down ceramic.
It will grind down a ceramic tile or object with precision.
You will need special equipment that includes an angle grinder and porcelain grinding bit.
In some cases you will need to grind this tile to get rid of a stained surface or to shape the tiles for special installation.
Whenever i cut a tile it ends up having a very rough and jagged edge.
You will need to hold the tile itself and slide it back and forth across the slab or block.
Photos 1 3 show how to cut a hole for a shower valve.
Nippers trim away small chunks of material which leaves.
How to sand the edges of porcelain tile.
It will grind down a ceramic tile or object with precision.
Many tile jobs require you to cut one or more large round holes for floor drains or shower valves.
Installing ceramic floor tile is fairly simple until you reach the edges of the room or fixtures such as cabinets pedestal sinks and toilets.
A ceramic grinder uses a metal aluminum oxide or similar grinding wheel this is a wheel that has sharp metal flakes of aluminum oxide glued to the surface much like sandpaper.
Porcelain tiles have sharp edges when cut especially if you used tile nippers to trim them.
Porcelain tile is a beautiful way to enhance your home.
In this video i show you how to smooth out the rough edges of a cut tile.
The angle grinder will kick up a lot of ceramic and cement dust as it cuts.
Ceramic tile is a durable and attractive flooring option for practically any room of the home.
Ceramic is a very hard material and you need special tools to grind it properly.
A ceramic grinder uses a metal aluminum oxide or similar grinding wheel this is a wheel that has sharp metal flakes of aluminum oxide glued to the surface much like sandpaper.
This will only work for straight edges.
In these cases you must grind down the ceramic floor tiles.