Cutting Aluminium Tile Trim

[redjules]

Sorry for the daft question but new to tiling, using Schluter 10mm auminium tile trim inside small bathroom window reveal and need to cut angles. Can I use hacksaw and mitre box?

[Sir Ramic]

Yes no problem. You may find a full size hacksaw will be better with fine teeth. I cut with a jnr hacksaw mostly and have little trouble though.

[redjules]

Many thanks for your reply

[rob]

Originally Posted by redjules

Many thanks for your reply

Yep, if you are only doing a couple of mitres - then a small mitre box is the best tool to use. For best results use a normal hacksaw with 32psi blade (very fine teeth). Just remeber that for best results you need to change your hacksaw blade regular. I only make about 10-20 cuts per blade before changing (or change each job). Just keep fingers clear, as metal trim tends to slide in the mitre box. Hope this helps

[redjules]

Thanks for that Rob I actually went out at the weekend and bought a couple of 32tpi blades and a wooden mitre box. Think when I cut it I'll use some masking tape and some sort of clamping arrangement to stop it sliding around. Just for reference for anyone else I can tell you that neither Wickes or B&Q/Depot don't sell these blades (only 18 or 24tpi) but Screwfix Trade Counter in Watford had them in stock.

[Dave]

Also with some schluter trims you can get pre-made corners......

But if care is taken you will get good results from mitering.......

[DB-Tiling]

don't forget to dispose of all the off cuts.
i left a short piece of steel trim laying about and my plumber got a very nice 2 inch gash on his forarm .