Vinyl tile tools

Cut vinyl and linoleum faster and easier than ever before. Read More Shop our Vinyl and Linoleum tools below! Read Less. View Grid List. Add to Cart. Due to Prop 65 restrictions, we have a selected product offering to the state of CA at this time.

As we get additional compliance confirmations from our manufacturers we will feature more product lines for availability. Contact us for more information. Vinyl and Linoleum Tools Vinyl and linoleum are very popular flooring types. Below is a list of tools needed to cut vinyl flooring, although you will need to rely on some different ones for the installation itself.

Circular saws are power tools that can use several types of circular blades to cut different types of material. They are easy to use and the most versatile type of saw on our list considering they are used to frame houses, build decks, and for DIY projects. We also feel they are relatively inexpensive given the number of models available to homeowners today.

There are affordable options like the SKIL , which has a laser guide to help homeowners keep a steady line. Cordless circular saws are an alternative along with premium corded models.

Makita Mg Magnesium Circular Saw. With that in mind, all are essentially useless on vinyl plank flooring without the proper blade. Blades designed to cut wood or metal are not necessarily designed for vinyl, but Dewalt, Diablo, and other brands make ones geared towards plastics. While there is no perfect solution, blades like this one from Ivy Classic are ideal for vinyl, plastic, or aluminum.

Olson Saw Fine Kerf Saw. You can check blade reviews to see how they worked with vinyl plank flooring, but the main thing to keep in mind is the size of the blade itself. Floor and siding cutters are popular with certain types of flooring including laminate and vinyl flooring. These tools are manually powered and more expensive than most circular saws, however. When considering a cutter in this class, check to see which types of vinyl it can actually cut and the sizes it can handle.

These tools are typically used by flooring or siding pros, not average homeowners. Flooring and siding cutters can be rented, but you will still need a circular saw or table saw to rip a vinyl plank to width. This tool is not used to cut vinyl flooring to length or width but is versatile around doorways, floor vents, and plumbing.

An oscillating multi-tool vibrates at extremely high speeds with unique blades that can cut through plastic, metal, or wood. You can make fine controlled cuts with a multi-tool of this nature, and they come in handy with a variety of other projects as well. A comparable alternative is a corded jigsaw, which can perform most of the same cuts but without the same precision. There are a few other tools required to cut vinyl flooring, but all of these are things you could have in the garage or toolbox.

Chalk lines are handy for rip cuts with vinyl flooring, just make sure to chalk the backs of the boards — not the fronts. Swanson Inch Speed Square. As a synthetic material, vinyl cuts differently than wood or even metal.

On each run, a board will need to be cut so the joints are staggered. Use the tape measure to mark the board for the cut. Laminate and Vinyl Plank Cutter is a flat blade tool designed to cut through laminate and vinyl plank flooring. Crafted of heavy duty steel, this cutter is durable, yet lightweight for swift transportation from room to room. The zinc-plated carbon steel blade features a blunt, non-sharp cutting edge that cuts with pressure using a push of the handle.

The cutter prevents laminate from splitting, will not produce dust, and may be safely used indoors without compromising air quality. This saves installers the time it takes to walk outside for every cut.

This cutter pressure cuts laminate flooring up to 8 in. All cut edges should be placed against the wall and under a baseboard. The hardened steel blade cuts all brands of vinyl tiles and VCT, and is equipped with a safety latch to secure the blade shut when not in use. Firm grip provided by the molded handle gives extra comfort when making repetitive cuts.

With no electricity required, this cutter can be used on any jobsite. Ensure a flat and level installation while the Heavy Duty Rollers do all the work, helping to evenly distribute and flatten adhesive build-ups.

They are engineered with segmented rollers to exert even pressure on uneven surfaces. Handle is removable for convenient storage. Available Sizes: — 75 lb. Heavy Duty Roller — lb. Floor Roller The Roberts 35 lb. Floor Roller is essential when installing linoleum, VCT, carpet, sheet vinyl, cork underlayment and other floor coverings. The high quality, segmented, chrome-plated rollers ensure maximum transfer of adhesive, even in "double glue" installations.