Cutting Suspended Ceiling Tiles

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Cutting suspended ceiling tiles.

Complete the cut move the tile so the scored line is aligned with the edge of the work surface and the waste is overhanging the edge. In other words this is how we really cut suspended ceiling tiles. Measure the location of holes required in the tiles such as those for lighting or air vents. Use a step ladder to climb up and place the cut section of tile in its spot on the ceiling grid.

Hold your ceiling tile still and line up your ruler along the marked edges. July 28 2017 sign up for our newsletter. Place the tile in its spot in the ceiling and cut the edge. Run your utility knife along the marked line to cut the tile place your cut edges to one side.

They extend the blade to whatever the measurement is then with the other hand hold the tape on the edge of the tile. Tilt up the tile on its edge then cut through the back paper of the tile along. Press down firmly on the waste to snap the tile along the scored line. Push out the center of the hole.

Insert a keyhole saw or drywall saw through the tile along one of the lines you drew. With the tile in its position take your knife and make a light incision along the border of the grid. Saw slowly to prevent cracking. The family handyman expert wade sides will show you how to cut custom ceiling tiles and shadow lines along the wall.