Cutting tiles with beveled edge - TilersForums.com

[GrumpyGrampa]

I'm having a real problem cutting 20 x 10 tiles that have a beveled edge on all sides. If I score across the short side (10 cm) the tile cutter works as it should but every time I score along the long side (20 cm) the tile splits across the middle of the short side. Does that explanation make sense? Am I doing something wrong? The tile cutter I have is a pretty decent one (£60). Any advice would be appreciated.

 

[Dave]

Sounds like your pressing on to hard when scoring the tile.

 

[GrumpyGrampa]

Sounds like your pressing on to hard when scoring the tile.

Thanks for taking the time to reply. I understand what you mean and I'll try to be less severe with the cutting edge.

 

[Sean Kelly]

I agree with Dave. Some of these tiles are very fragile. Too much pressure and they break where you don't want them to break. Try practicing on the broken bits.