Cutting tiles to make narrow piece

[chrisu]

Hi,

I need to cut some tiles but I am not sure what type of cutter to go for.

I know that in a couple places the tile piece I need will be only 20-25mm wide. The tiles are 100mmx100mm to start with and are glazed with a slightly rough stone-like effect surface. They are quite thin, around 5mm.

Will something like this do the job
http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.jsp;jsessionid=Q02NPPUL15FKSCSTHZPCFEY?id=19139&ts=75803
or do I need a diamond wheel type of thing
http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.jsp;jsessionid=Q02NPPUL15FKSCSTHZPCFEY?id=83636&ts=75862

Obviously they are the cheapest that Screwfix sell. Do I instead need to rent one (for about the same price as buying) and so presumably get a much better machine.

Thanks.

 

[gcol]

Of the two, the second one will do it. However, I recommend you get a cheap angle grinder and a decent diamond blade - you can do much more with this setup.