This new precision cutting tool attaches to your angle grinder and will provide you with a high degree of accuracy when creating a bevelled edge on your tile. Traditionally, achieving a bevelled edge on tile would require a bulkier, more expensive wet saw. When cutting a bevelled edge on tile you have to contend with the rigidity of the tile. Using a wet saw eliminates many of the problems inherent in trying to create a freehand bevelled edge due to the slippage of the blade. When you attach the chamfering guide to your grinder, you will now have a cutting station that can consistently produce a 45-degree angle across all types of difficult-to-cut materials (ceramic tile, natural stone, etc.).

The primary benefit of this product lies in its construction. The most common type of chamfering guides feature a metal frame that rides up against the face of the tile while the grinder sits above it. The metal frame serves as a constant reference point, therefore holding a constant distance from the blade to the edge of the tile. Maintaining a consistent distance and angle is crucial when working with expensive materials (marble), especially if you plan to be able to utilize larger format products. If you slip even slightly with one of these materials, you may end up wasting thousands of dollars worth of material. The frame will stabilize your cutter and give you enough room to move smoothly back and forth instead of having to fight to keep the cutter moving steadily over the tile. This makes it possible to generate a “factory finish” edge which is a necessity for contemporary kitchen and bathroom designs (e.g., waterfall countertops, no-gap corners).

While primarily designed for masonry applications, this chamfering guide also lends itself well to woodworking and composite materials, thus becoming a versatile addition to any shop. Routers are used to create a bevelled edge on wood but when using a grinder equipped with a specifically designed chamfering guide and an appropriate wood cutting wheel, you gain unparalleled control for both coarse shaping and detailed architectural aspects. In ceramics and stone, this tool excels at preparing edges for epoxy bonding. Creating a 45-degree chamfer creates additional surface contact for bonding agents resulting in longer lasting and virtually undetectable joints after polishing. Professional installers rely heavily on the durability and visual seamlessness of their tile and stone installs; this is why they need tools like this.

Operating safety and usability are greatly improved with the use of a built-in chamfering guide. Freehand operation of an angle grinder at a 45-degree angle is inherently unstable and increases the likelihood of the blade climbing or kickback during the cut. The guide frame secures the grinder firmly thereby providing a predictable blade path and lessens the amount of vibration transmitted to the operator. Many current models include variable settings so that users can adjust how deep they want the chamfer based on how thick the material being cut is. Therefore, regardless of whether you are working with a thin subway tile or a thick piece of granite and you'll get a uniform result from this tool.

In summary and this 45-degree angle tile chamfering tool is an essential accessory for anyone wanting to take their finishing skills to the next level. It bridges the gap between labor intensive craftsmanship and heavy-duty machinery and gives you a portable and economical means to attain perfection in ceramics and stone and wood. Through standardization of the cutting angle and provision of a rigid path for the grinder, this product takes away much of the uncertainty and high pressure involved in creating mitered edges. To today's tradesperson, it is a tool that pays for itself through saved time, reduced waste, and ability to deliver an aesthetic quality that exceeds those of most architectural standards.

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