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    Have you guys used a stone router to bullnose stone tiles?Have just seen the tool online and would like to get one to experiment with but not sure if its worth it??
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    You will find it hard to get profile bits that router under 20mm in thickness..

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    I have a diamond polishing kit including a diamond bullnosing tool. I occasionally use it to form skirtings from porcelain tiles and to form nosings on steps. Very effective but time consuming as you have to work thro the various polishing discs to bring them up.
    I've never tried it on stone but reckon it depends the surface of the tile. For softer stone I think you'll get a bull nose quite easily with 50 grade diamond pad on a varible speed polisher....It will take some practice tho.

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    thanks for that,I look forward to practice time.I think it will really put the cherry on top of some jobs
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Diatech do some profiling bits, one 10mm and 15mm but they have no website ???

    Contact them for a catalogue on 01738 621155
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    just looked at someones trav bathroom pics and it was just crying out for some bull nosing (dave esq)

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    That was a 10-15mm radius
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Yes i do bullnosing but not with a stone router..

    Stone routers only go as low as 20mm.. i use a variable speed hand help polisher ( flex) and a bullnosing profile wheel..

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Quote Originally Posted by Dave View Post
    Yes i do bullnosing but not with a stone router..

    Stone routers only go as low as 20mm.. i use a variable speed hand help polisher ( flex) and a bullnosing profile wheel..
    Do yo have a link for this kind of tool Dave?

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Of course i do mate.. no probs..

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    loads of stone tools etc here.. very good supplier.

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    Had a look at the catalogue yesterday, such a vast amount of products
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    good innit.. and only 10 mins from me..

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Quote Originally Posted by Dave View Post
    Yes i do bullnosing but not with a stone router..

    Stone routers only go as low as 20mm.. i use a variable speed hand help polisher ( flex) and a bullnosing profile wheel..

    where do you get your profile wheels? and does the width of the blade allow it to fit on a dewalt d24000? cheers

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    The profiling wheels for the dewalt are sold in the usa...

    but they will ship to the uk..i inquired..

    6" Diamant Boart Vacuum Brazed Profile Wheel. Large Selection of Stone Tools. Big Savings.

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Have always fancied trying a proper bullnose tool, have a go with my vari speed grinder and pads,but more time consuming & not as uniform.
    Will deff look into it,thanks for the pointer.
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Have always fancied trying a proper bullnose tool, have a go with my vari speed grinder and pads,but more time consuming & not as uniform.
    Will deff look into it,thanks for the pointer.
    Still a decent looking job there though
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    That looks pretty good from the pic.

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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    yeah I like the overhang on the sill ,,looks wicked
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    Default Re: bullnosing stone tiles

    Quote Originally Posted by Dave View Post
    The profiling wheels for the dewalt are sold in the usa...

    but they will ship to the uk..i inquired..

    6" Diamant Boart Vacuum Brazed Profile Wheel. Large Selection of Stone Tools. Big Savings.
    can you get a reducer bore flange as its 5/8" arbor which is what,...15mm, or should i ask if they have a 25.4 bore? cant see any 25.4 on the website

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