How To Cut Roof Slate

How to cut slate roof tiles.

How to cut roof slate.

Watch jeff demonstrate cutting slate using the stortz 95 a slate cutter the 51 c genuine slate cutter and malco turbo shear. Your slate tile edges will need to be straight if they are to fit use a straightedge and narrow piece of ou have. Chop the slate along the scored line with a mason s trowel. Utilizing a chisel and hammer.

This task becomes easier and you ll make a. Tip 3 use experienced cutters. To cut slate you need a diamond tipped cutting wheel for your grinder. Marking the slate and preparing to cut.

Cutting tiles with a handle held slate cutter begin by marking the underside of your slate this preserves the smart appearance and gives a professional finish to. Score a line on the back of the tile the same way you would to prepare it for a slate cutter. Because slate is layered it s difficult to draw an accurate straight line on it. Next press the synthetic slate tile firmly against the guide to ensure the cut is perfectly straight.

Always cut with the grain and if your slate varies in thickness always work from the thickest to the thinnest part to. For common straight cuts it is easiest to use an asphalt shingle cutter. Tip 1 marking the tile edge. Cutting the slate with a.

Start the drill and use firm pressure to penetrate through the slate simultaneously pouring water onto the bit to keep it cool and keep the slate from cracking. Position the drill bit tip onto the slate at your mark. Finally lower the cutting arm to shear the tile in two. Tip 2 cutting your tile.

Ensure that the drill bit is not angled at all. Flip the slate over when manually cutting the slate. Mount the cutter on the roof and set the guide to the desired depth.