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Tile Tools
Tile Tools for Layout, Setting, Grouting & Finishing
Tile Tools support mixing, setting, spacing, leveling, grouting, material handling, grinding, polishing, and other stages of tile installation. Shop trowels, spacers, leveling systems, grouting tools, suction cups, knee pads, mixers, grinders, polishing equipment, and installation accessories for ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, glass, and large-format tile projects.
ProKnee
ProKnee AP16 Tucked In No Wrinkle Liners
Replacement Liners for ProKnee AP16 All Purpose Knee Pads
$7.86
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ProKnee
ProKnee Model 0714E Wide Tucked In No Wrinkle Liners
Replacement Moisture-Wicking Liners for Model 0714E Wide Knee Pads
$11.75
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BARWALT
BARWALT Economy Mixer Paddle
28" Steel Mixing Paddle for Mortar and Tile Adhesive
$14.98
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BARWALT
BARWALT Journeyman 9" x 4" Grout Float with Wood Handle
9" x 4" Grouting Tool with a Standard Wood Handle
$13.89
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Alpha
Alpha BMP Quartz Resurfacing Kit
Complete Three-Step Polishing System for Engineered Stone and Quartz
$490.22
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Alpha
Alpha Wet Sanding/Polishing Kit
Water-Fed 4" Edge Treatment Conversion System
$199.58
Available to Order
Alpha
Alpha Dry Sanding/Polishing Kit, 4"
Vacuum Dust Collection for 4" Edge Finishing
$157.23
Available to Order
Alpha
Alpha Ceramica TF 4" Kit
Flexible Texturing Discs for Engineered Stone and Quartz
$130.75
Available to Order
BIHUI
BIHUI Switchable Grouting & Cleaning System
Interchangeable Grout Floats and Notched Trowel Blades
$153.31
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BIHUI
BIHUI Smart Vibration Tile Beater
Cordless Tile Beater with 0 to 10,000 RPM Control
$212.28
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BIHUI
BIHUI Laser Level Tripod with 60" Adjustable Height
Foldable Tripod for Laser Level Use with 5/8"-11 Connection
$52.48
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BIHUI
BIHUI Laser Level with 12-Line 360° Green Beam
360 Laser Level for Tile Setting and Interior Layout
$298.35
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MARSHALLTOWN
VAUGHAN Soft Face Solid Rubber Mallet
20 oz Rubber Mallet for Tile, Flooring & Assembly
$27.16
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MARSHALLTOWN
MARSHALLTOWN Front Fastening Knee Pads
Non-Marking Flooring Knee Pads with Below-Knee Strap Comfort
$45.20
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BARWALT
BARWALT V300E Battery Vacuum Suction Cup
Battery-Powered Lifter for Large Format Tile, Glass and Stone
$123.34
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BARWALT
BARWALT V300 Vacuum Suction Cup
Pump-Powered Lifting Aid for Large Format Tile, Glass and Stone
$76.69
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GRABO
GRABO OTTOVAC Electric Vacuum Lifter
Automatic Electric Vacuum Lifter for Glass, Tile and Smooth Surfaces
$129.00
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GRABO
GRABO HighFlow Electric Vacuum Lifter
High-Flow Electric Vacuum Lifter for Porous Materials
$599.00
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Alpha
Alpha DS Style 4" Coarse Grinding Wheel
No-Bounce Shaping Wheel for Marble, Granite & Engineered Stone
$118.13
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Frequently Asked Questions
What tools are needed for tile installation?
Common tile installation tools include mixers, mixing paddles, trowels, spacers, leveling systems, grout floats, sponges, wash buckets, handling tools, and knee pads. Grinding or polishing equipment may also be needed for edge and finish work. The exact tools depend on the tile, setting material, grout, and installation.
What tools are used for large-format tile?
Large-format tile installations can use suction cups, transport systems, tile tables, leveling systems, appropriate notched trowels, mixers, and positioning tools. Very large porcelain panels may require specialized frames and carriers. Equipment should be selected according to tile dimensions, weight, thickness, surface texture, and installation requirements.
What tools are used for grouting tile?
Grouting commonly requires grout floats for placing material, sponges and wash systems for cleanup, and scrub or removal tools for compatible residue. The appropriate tools and cleanup procedure depend on whether the installation uses cementitious, epoxy, urethane, or another grout formulation and on the surface of the tile.
What tools help reduce tile lippage?
Tile leveling systems use clips and wedges, caps and posts, or similar components to help control the height of adjacent tile edges during installation. They can reduce lippage but do not flatten an uneven substrate or replace proper mortar coverage, troweling, tile placement, and substrate preparation.
What tools are used to handle porcelain tile?
Porcelain tile can be handled with compatible suction cups, tile carriers, transport systems, carts, work tables, and support frames. The appropriate equipment depends on tile size, weight, thickness, and surface texture. Large-format porcelain and thin panels can require specialized handling systems designed to support the material during movement.
How do I choose the right tile trowel?
Trowel selection depends on tile size, tile backing, substrate conditions, setting material, and required mortar coverage. Notch size and shape should be selected to achieve adequate coverage rather than from tile dimensions alone. Periodically lift installed tile to verify that the chosen trowel and technique are producing the required coverage.
What tools are used to mix thinset mortar and grout?
Thinset mortar and grout are commonly prepared with compatible electric mixers and mixing paddles sized for the material and batch. Mixing speed, paddle design, water or liquid ratio, mixing time, and slake requirements vary by product, so preparation should follow the setting material or grout manufacturer's instructions.
How do I choose the right tile tools for a project?
Start with the tile material, dimensions, weight, substrate, installation area, setting material, grout, and desired finish. Identify the tools needed for each stage, including mixing, setting, spacing, leveling, handling, grouting, cleanup, and finishing. Large-format or specialty materials can require additional handling, grinding, or polishing equipment.