When we tackled our bathroom renovation, cutting tiles scared me the most. I pictured cracked pieces and wasted money. I bought a manual tile cutter instead of renting a wet saw, thinking I’d start small.
It took practice. The first few tiles snapped unevenly because I pressed too hard. Eventually, I learned the rhythm: score gently, press firmly not aggressively. Once I got the hang of it, the cuts became clean and satisfying.
It wasn’t perfect for tiny slivers or complex shapes around plumbing. For those, I borrowed a neighbor’s angle grinder. But for straight cuts, the manual cutter handled most of the job quietly and cleanly, with almost no dust.
It also made me more deliberate. Each cut mattered, so I measured carefully instead of rushing.
Final thought: A manual tile cutter is great for straightforward bathroom renovations affordable, reliable, and quieter than you expect. Just be ready for a short learning curve.
