A good tiling job is all about clean cuts, even adhesive and consistent spacing. Here are the tools every tiler needs.
Cutting
- A manual tile cutter for straight cuts on ceramic and porcelain. See tile cutters.
- An angle grinder with a diamond blade for curves, holes and hard tiles — see blades and our grinder guide.
Setting
- A notched trowel to spread adhesive evenly.
- Tile spacers for consistent grout lines.
- A rubber mallet to bed tiles without cracking them.
Leveling & finishing
- A spirit level and a tile-leveling system for a flat surface. See measuring tools.
- A grout float and sponge for finishing.
Safety
Knee pads, gloves and eye protection — cutting tile throws sharp chips. See safety equipment.


Bottom line: a quality tile cutter and a diamond blade are the heart of the kit. Browse power tools and tiling tools at El Rayes — genuine, warranty, cash-on-delivery.