You are looking to replace your vinyl flooring with tiles this year but will be tackling the tile flooring project on your own for the first time. You are beginning to create a checklist of all the things you will need for the project. In it, you will be including tile cutting equipment but are indecisive in choosing between a dry tile saw or a wet tile saw. Here are three benefits of using a wet saw for your tiling project.
Safety
One of the main benefits of using a wet tile saw is for safety reasons. A wet tile saw will prevent sharp debris from injuring you as well as prevent you from inhaling the dust when cutting tiles. As its name suggests, a wet tile saw uses water when cutting tiles. This means the water will reduce heat and friction from the blade, making it safer to use than a dry saw.
Prevent Chips and Cracks
Another benefit of using a wet saw over a dry saw is that it will reduce or prevent chipping and cracking when cutting the tiles. As mentioned, friction and heating will happen when using a dry tile saw. Over time, this will cause the blade to overheat causing damage to the tile. Using a wet tile saw is more beneficial as water will serve as a lubricant to help prevent damage.
Versatile
Versatility is another benefit of using a wet tile saw. Not only used to cut porcelain tiles, a wet tile saw can also be used to cut stone, ceramic, glass, and more.
