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Choosing and using a manual tile cutter can be a complicated task. Since a manual tile cutter is one of the fundamental tools in our daily work, in today’s how to tile blog, we want to help facilitate so that all tiling professionals who will have to face this decision sooner or later can make the best choice for th...

Experience has shown that professional tile installers often prefer manual cutters. The appeal lies in their cutting speed, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to work in a clean, comfortable environment. However, with the rise in tile formats and the increased hardness of materials like porcelain and stoneware, man...

The main objective of all the tools manufactured by RUBI is to facilitate professional's work when it comes to handling, cutting, and laying all types of tiles. To this end, RUBI applies over 70 years of experience in the sector to manufacturing tools, such as the tile levelling system, to make life easier for tile ...

If you are planning a tiling job, its likely you’ll come across points in your project where you’ll need to cut your tile to fit along walls, around corners or household fixtures and appliances. Therefore, it’s essential to know how to tile and for this you will need to use a tile cutter.  Knowing ...

Tiling is a skilled job that requires a good amount of planning, but we are here to help you get the best finish. Whether you’re tiling a full bathroom, a kitchen splash back, the shower floor or any small areas that require more skill such as a fireplace, we’re here to give y...

The layout and design of your tiles can help to bring a whole room together. There are many different tile patterns and designs that you can follow, whether you want your pattern to be subtle or eye catching. In this article on how to tile, we'll take you through 5 ways to lay tile in patterns. 1. BRICK B...

In this blog on how to tile, we'll tell you everything you need to know about aperiodic tiling and how best to lay it to achieve a great finish!  WHAT IS APERIODIC TILING? Aperiodic tiling is a branch of mathematics concerned with tiles as units that form an irregular pattern. Aperiodic tiling cann...

If you’re beginning work on a new tiling project and it’s your first time working with tiles, you may be a bit unsure of how to proceed. There is a lot to know about laying and placing tiles, from mixing tile adhesive and grout, learning how to tile with the RUBI manual or electric tile cutter, and grouting the fina...

When laying ceramic or porcelain tile, one of the best surfaces you can lay it on is concrete. Today we are going to see how to lay floor tiles on concrete!  If prepared correctly and laid well, a concrete bed is a great surface to work on. It provides minimal problems and will ...

When installing tiles or stone, it’s important you choose the right type and grout to complete the project. Grout is an essential part of the tile installation process. Choosing the right one can make a huge difference in the end result of your installation. It affects how it looks as well as how successfully i...