How Do You Use Water With A Tile Saw?
If you’re laying ceramic or porcelain tile in a bathroom or kitchen, then you really need to have a wet saw. The tiles are strong enough that they require a diamond blade and those aren’t inexpensive. To keep the blade from ruin, you have to constantly keep a good water flow. The water spray or flow on the tile saw keeps the blade useful. Remember that the diamond blade on the saw and the tiles can be ruined when they overheat. The constant spray of water on the blade of the tile saw keeps the temperature down and prevents damage. Set up the saw outside. You need to use water that splashes and has to be emptied so an outside location is important for ease of use. Clean up is a lot easier if you’re doing it outside. Put the plug into the hole of the wet saw tray. The plug works like any sink plug. It keeps the water in to cover the pump while you work. Afterwards, you can pull it to release the water. Fill the tub to cover the pump. It’s okay if some of the water flows out because it’s
