If you are trying to drill through porcelain, ceramic, or stone tile, the short answer is yes. You do need a special drill bit for tile. Standard twist bits made for metal or wood cannot penetrate dense tile surfaces and...
Cordless tools have rapidly become the standard on modern jobsites, but not all battery platforms are created equal. Many installers find themselves juggling different chargers, incompatible battery sizes, slow charge times, and inconsistent power from tool to tool. The Cordless...
For more than 30 years, tile installers, stone fabricators, and construction professionals across Europe have relied on DiStar tools for precision cutting, long service life, and consistent results on porcelain, ceramic, stone, and high-density materials. What many American installers do...
Even the most beautiful tile installation can fail without one key ingredient, the right sealant. Whether you’re laying tiles in a shower, kitchen backsplash, or outdoor patio, your choice of sealant for tiling can make the difference between a flawless...
Tile cutting has come a long way from the manual snap cutters of the past. As tile materials grow stronger and formats get larger, the demand for precision and efficiency in cutting has reached new levels. In 2025, innovation in...
Grout is more than just a filler, it’s a crucial part of every tile installation that affects performance, durability, and appearance. Among professional tile installers, the debate between polyurethane grout and epoxy grout continues to heat up. Both claim to offer...
In the tile world, every cut counts. Whether you’re drilling porcelain panels, shaping stone mosaics, or dry-cutting on site, the performance of your diamond tool determines your speed, finish, and profit. But not all diamond tools are created equal —...
When starting a tile installation project, one of the first questions beginners ask is: Do you really need a trowel for tile? The short answer is yes, using a trowel for tile is essential for applying adhesive evenly, setting tiles...
Tile installation and finishing often require more than just cutting and setting. For certain projects, you may need to smooth edges, remove excess material, or polish surfaces. A common question professionals and DIYers ask is whether using a wet polisher...
