Nippers

Tile nippers are an essential hand tool for tilers and stone masons who need to cut, shape and trim tiles to fit around obstacles such as pipes, outlets and irregular edges. Unlike a tile cutter, nippers allow for freeform shaping — ideal for curved cuts, notches and intricate tile work where a straight cut simply won't do.

When to use tile nippers
Nippers are the go-to tool when cutting around round or irregular shapes that can't be achieved with a score-and-snap cutter or wet saw. They're commonly used for cutting ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tiles, and are an indispensable part of any tiler's toolkit alongside diamond tile blades and cutting discs.

Choosing the right nippers
Look for nippers with hardened carbide wheel tips for clean biting action and longevity. Spring-loaded handles reduce fatigue during extended use. For heavy-duty tiling projects, also browse our full range of professional tiling and construction tools and construction safety gear including eye protection — always recommended when nipping tiles.

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