Closing cuts - TilersForums.com

[Ian]

I've always been of the opinion that closing cuts are a big no no, until recently I decided to put them into jobs to help with the layout and I'm now wondering why I've been against them for so long! This is my current job, it eliminates that extra grout line to the side of the door and I don't think it's even noticeable.

 

[Dougs Third Go]

Done in the right circumstances I think they're fine Bri, I did one once above a doorway and the tiles were a sandstone effect so I cut a closer then also ran in some dummy diagonal cuts using wet cutter to make it look like a keystone. Customer loved it

 

[Ian]

Totally agree Doug, both times I've done it recently have been with 90x31cm tiles. Sometimes what seems wrong is actually the best solution aesthetically.

 

[The Legend; Phil Hobson RIP]

Closures have always been an acceptable part of tiling Itiling I

 

[Dan]

I've always been of the opinion that closing cuts are a big no no, until recently I decided to put them into jobs to help with the layout and I'm now wondering why I've been against them for so long! This is my current job, it eliminates that extra grout line to the side of the door and I don't think it's even noticeable.

Love the curved cut! Makes me feel like I'm in a spaceship Not sure why. haha

 

[Millington Deco]

Novice tiler here wants to know what is a closing cut?

 

[Ian]

Novice tiler here wants to know what is a closing cut?

Shortening a tile for one reason or another. In this case, to fit above the door. The tile is a 90cm tile reduced to 70cm to lose a vertical grout line.

 

[Millington Deco]

Thanks Bri, thats what I thought it was, only possible with natural stone? Also what method did you use to cut that curve if you dont mind me asking?

 

[Sean Kelly]

Thats Brilliant Bri, never thought of doing that. Does the door make a 'shhhh' noise when it opens/closes!!

 

[Time's Ran Out]

The photo doesn't actually show the effect of the closure as the original size tile is not shown!
However it is acceptable to use cut down sizes which enhance the look and not just pieces because it's easier.