Large-format tile installations require more than standard tools as tile sizes increase in weight and length, making accuracy, support, and safe handling critical. This guide focuses on large-format tile workflows, highlighting purpose-built tools for each stage: move → support → cut → install → level.
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1) Move & Handle Large-Format Tile Safely
Large-format tiles and slabs are heavy and difficult to maneuver. Purpose-built handling tools help prevent damage from drops or impacts, improve control during transport, and create a safer, more efficient workflow. (Browse material handling)
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Large Format Tile & Slab Transport Cart (SKU 71983)
- A-frame stability with anti-slip pads to reduce shifting and cracking.
- Dual-braking wheels lock rotation + swivel for safer loading/unloading.
- Folds flat for compact storage and easier transport between jobs.
Best for: moving multiple slabs safely on-site.
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Carry System for Large Format Tile & Gauged Porcelain Panels (SKU 71985)
- Adjustable frame supports panels up to 6' × 12' for modern large-format installs.
- Vacuum cups with gauges help confirm secure suction before lifting.
- Works with 71983 for smoother long-distance transfers and fewer carry steps.
Best for: lifting + positioning oversized panels safely.
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2) Support & Cut Large-Format Tile Accurately
For large-format tile, manual cutters paired with stable support tables can deliver long, straight scores and clean snaps with less mess. The biggest “secret” to accuracy is keeping the tile fully supported and flat. (Browse cutting tools)
Recommended Cutting Setups
Pick your tile length, then build the support + cutter combo below.
For large tiles up to 70"
Tip: Set up the table first, then bring the tile onto the surface before scoring.
For oversized panels up to 140"
2× Work Tables (71984) 1× Cutter (extended) (71982)
Tip: Connect the two tables so the tile never “hangs” off the edge during scoring.
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Large Format Tile & Slab Work Table (SKU 71984)
- High capacity: supports up to 1,100 lbs (500kg) for heavy panels.
- Foldable + portable: lightweight aluminum design for jobsite transport.
- Expandable workspace: connect two tables to support extra-long panels.
Best for: keeping large tiles flat for accurate scoring and snapping.
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48" Manual Tile Cutter (Aluminum Base + Green Laser) (SKU 71980)
- 48" straight cut capacity for large-format floor and wall tile.
- High-visibility green laser improves alignment in brighter jobsite light.
- Titanium-coated carbide wheel + smooth bearing rail for consistent scoring.
Best for: straight scoring cuts up to 48" with easy alignment.
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48" Manual Tile Cutter (Steel Base + Wheels + Laser) (SKU 71981)
- Jobsite mobility with transport wheels + handle for easier repositioning.
- Steel base stability helps reduce flex for more consistent snaps.
- Durable scoring wheel uses titanium-coated carbide for long life.
Best for: pros who want rugged stability and easy transport.
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Large Format Tile & Slab Cutter (Expandable) (SKU 71982)
- Oversized capacity designed for panels up to 140".
- Smoother scoring with rollers to reduce shaking and improve control.
- Cleaner workflow with less mess than wet cutting for many long straight cuts.
Best for: long straight scoring on large-format porcelain panels.
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3) Install & Level for a Professional Finish
Lippage is one of the most common issues with large-format tile. A leveling system helps keep adjacent tiles flush while mortar cures, improving surface flatness and reducing rework. (Browse installation & leveling)
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Tile Leveling System Kit (1/16" Grout Lines) (SKU 72109)
- Reduces lippage by keeping neighboring tiles aligned while the mortar sets.
- Reusable caps help reduce waste and keep costs down across multiple installs.
- Consistent spacing designed for clean 1/16" grout gaps.
Best for: large-format floors + walls where flatness matters.
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Quick tip
How leveling systems prevent lippage
Slide clips under tile edges, tighten caps to level neighboring tiles, let mortar cure, then break off clips along the grout line. This helps keep surfaces flatter while adhesive sets—especially helpful with large-format tile.
FAQs About Large-Format Tile Tools
Do I need special tools for large-format tile?
Yes. Larger tiles require stable support, longer cutting capacity, and safer handling tools to reduce breakage and improve accuracy.
Why use a manual cutter instead of a wet saw for big panels?
Manual cutters can deliver long, straight scores and clean snaps with less mess—no water spray, less cleanup, and faster setup for many large-format cuts.
What matters most for straight cuts on long tile?
Support and alignment. Use stable tables to keep the tile flat, then score consistently with a quality wheel and guide.
How do I reduce lippage on a large tile?
Use a leveling system to keep adjacent tiles flush while the mortar cures. This improves surface flatness and helps maintain consistent grout lines.
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