How To Cut A Roof Slate

Utilizing a chisel and hammer 1.

How to cut a roof slate.

Lay the tile face down on the edge of a flat sturdy surface such as a table or a work bench so the scored line is. Watch jeff demonstrate cutting slate using the stortz 95 a slate cutter the 51 c genuine slate cutter and malco turbo shear. Chop the slate along the scored line with a mason s trowel. Line a straightedge up with the line that you drew.

The chisel and hammer method may not be the most accurate. Score a line on the back of the tile the same way you would to prepare it for a slate cutter. Expert hacks for cutting slate roof tiles 1. Your slate tile edges will need to be straight if they are to fit use a straightedge and narrow piece of ou have.

Step 1 use a shingle cutter for repetitive straight cuts for common straight cuts it is easiest to use an asphalt shingle cutter. Score the slate along. Draw a cutting line in chalk on the front of the slate this is the only time you ll hear us advising cutting the. Mount the cutter on the roof and set the guide to the desired depth.

Tip 1 marking the tile edge. 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. Next press the synthetic slate tile firmly against the guide to ensure the cut is perfectly straight. Use a chisel and hammer when cutting through thin slate.

Starting at the outer edge place the slate between the claws and apply gentle pressure. How to cut slate roof tiles. Remove small sections at a. Get the straightedge that you used to mark your line and place it.