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Tilers Tools in South Africa: Get Free Quotes

Get a free quote for tilers tools, tile cutters, wet saws, trowels and levelling clips from independent South African suppliers. No fee, no obligation.

  • Quotes from: tiling tool suppliers
  • Area: all nine provinces
  • Cost to you: free
A wet tile saw, notched trowels, spacers and levelling clips laid out on a workbench beside grey slate tiles
A wet tile saw, notched trowels, spacers and levelling clips laid out on a workbench beside grey slate tiles

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Good tilers tools make for straighter lines, flatter floors and less wasted slate. SlateTiles.co.za is a free quote service. Tell us whether you are a professional tiler, a builder or a homeowner, and which tools you need. We pass your request to independent tool and tile suppliers in your area, who quote you directly. There is no fee and no obligation. We do not sell tools and we do not tile. You simply compare what suppliers can offer.

Cutting and setting tools

Slate is hard and layered, so cutting tools matter. Choose by the type and volume of work.

  • A tile cutter (score and snap) is quick for ceramic and thin tiles but struggles with thick slate.
  • A wet saw with a diamond blade gives clean, straight cuts in slate and stone.
  • An angle grinder with a diamond blade handles notches, curves and cut-outs.
  • A tilers trowel in the right notch size sets the adhesive bed. Uneven slate needs a deeper notch.
  • A rubber mallet seats tiles without chipping the edges.

Levelling, spacing and finishing

These smaller items decide how neat the finished floor looks:

  • Levelling clips and wedges keep tile edges flush, which helps with large slate tiles.
  • Spacers set an even joint width.
  • Tilers trim (edge profile) finishes exposed edges on walls, steps and corners.
  • A grout float, sponges and clean buckets for grouting and cleaning.
  • A long spirit level and straight edge to check flatness.

Many suppliers sell these in kits, which suits one-off jobs.

Choosing the right kit for slate

Ask suppliers about tools for tilers who work with natural stone. A few things are worth checking:

  • Use a diamond blade made for stone, and cut wet where possible to keep dust down.
  • Wear safety glasses and a dust mask. Cutting stone creates fine silica dust.
  • A mixing paddle for a drill gives a lump-free adhesive mix.
  • Cleft slate has an uneven face, so a straight edge helps check lippage between tiles.

Some suppliers hire out wet saws for short jobs, which can suit homeowners.

What affects your tools quote

To quote properly, suppliers will ask:

  • Which tools you need, or the size of the job.
  • The type and thickness of tile, such as slate or porcelain.
  • Whether you want to buy, or hire a saw for a few days.
  • Whether you need a full kit or single items.
  • Delivery or collection, and your town.

Mention whether the tools are for daily trade use or occasional home use.

Comparing tilers tools quotes

Natural stone varies from batch to batch, and prices move with imports, stock and transport. When quotes arrive, check:

  • Exact product: the colour, finish, size and thickness, and whether it is calibrated, so every quote is for the same thing.
  • Quantities: the price per m², box, pallet or piece, and how much is allowed for cuts and breakage.
  • Stock and delivery: in stock or on order, delivery to site or collection, and any off-loading charge.
  • VAT and returns: whether VAT is included, how long the price holds and whether unopened boxes can go back.

What to include in your request

  • List the tools you need, or say if you want a full kit.
  • Say what tile you will cut: slate, porcelain or ceramic.
  • State the tile size and thickness.
  • Say whether you want to buy or hire a saw.
  • Give your town and whether you need delivery.

Frequently asked questions

Can I cut slate with a manual tile cutter?
Thin slate can sometimes be scored and snapped, but thick or layered slate often breaks unevenly. A wet saw with a diamond blade gives cleaner cuts and fewer wasted tiles. For a small job, ask suppliers whether they hire out wet saws.
What trowel notch size should I use for slate?
It depends on the tile size and how even the back is. Larger or uncalibrated slate needs a deeper notch and often back-buttering as well. Your tile supplier or tiler can recommend a notch size once they know the tile you have chosen.
Do levelling clips work on natural slate?
They can, especially on calibrated slate, but cleft slate has a natural uneven face. Clips still help keep the tile edges aligned. Expect to check with a straight edge too. Ask suppliers which systems suit thicker stone tiles.
What safety gear should I buy with my tools?
Safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, knee pads and a dust mask are the basics. Cutting stone produces fine silica dust, so cut wet where you can and use a suitable mask. Suppliers often stock this gear alongside saws and blades.

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