Skil Tile Saws

Skil tools are a company that’s been around since 1924 and have a reputation for high quality power tools. They provide tools for both DIY enthusiasts as well as professionals so you’ll be able to find a wet tile saw that suit your needs.

dewalt tile saw

Northern Industrial Tile Saws

Northern Industrial are another common brand known for creating tile wet saws although they haven’t been around for as long as Skil. However, they provide a number of different tile saws ranging from basic models that only cost around $60 right up to professional saws that cost anywhere up to $700. Make sure you understand exactly what you need from a wet saw before you choose one in order to avoid overspending or choosing a tool that doesn’t live up to your expectations.

MK Diamond Tile Saws

If you’ve spent any time looking for power tools then you’ve probably already heard of MK Diamond because they are one of the most established brands around. Established in 1868, MK Diamond has a lot of experience creating power tools for both the commercial and personal markets. Again, you need to be aware of exactly what you need from a tile saw before you choose one because they provide a number of different options.

Other ceramic tile saw brands definitely worth mentioning are Husky, QEP, DeWalt, Northern Industrial, Ridgid, and Felker.

When you’re choosing a wet saw make sure you take into account your budget, how much you’re going to use the tile cutter and which type of jobs you’re going to be using it on before you buy. While it can be tempting to get a professional model in reality most DIY fans will be happy to use one of the more basic models. Setting a budget is a good way to cut down on the number of brands of tile wet saws that are available and help you to avoid spending a lot of money on a tile saw you don’t really need.

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I did happen to catch a sale on the Husky wet tile saw at the end of one of the isles by the garden section though. The Husky was marked down from $88 to $79. It impressively (relative to the price) cuts ceramic tile, porcelain tile, marble, slate, and stone. The box also states it has an adjustable rip guide and a miter guide for fast cuts. Specifically, the cutting table is adjustable to make 15, 30, and 45 degree miter cuts. The cutting table is steel. Now, they didn’t have a display but I did take a few pictures of the box to give you a better idea of what you would get.

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workforce wet tile saw

Now with this cutter, you’re going to get a great bang for your buck. The price is comparable to renting a tile saw and it makes great cuts for a do it yourself project. It’s going to give you a good cut for almost all angles and the straight cuts go down easily. The only small drawbacks are the scale isn’t easy to read and the slide to cut angle cuts sticks somewhat, but of course if you’re only at one project it won’t be a big deal. The 10% off sale right now makes it an even better buy for Christmas.

home depot sale on workforce tile saw

Right below the display was a Tile Tool Value Kit in a bucket. I didn’t see everything inside the bucket but if you’re just starting your first project, you may want to think about this as it’s going to come with your essentials that you may otherwise forget about like a sponge or smoother. The Tile Bucket Kit was $18.97 and probably a small discount over buying each item individually. If you’re a pro, then obviously you’re going to have most of this stuff or be able to find it cheaper elsewhere.

tile tool value kit

I’ll continue reviewing some of the best tile saws on the market before I make my ultimate choice, but it my next blog I’ll be giving you a guide on what type of tile saw is for you and whether you should rent or buy a wet saw.