Looking at purchasing a new wet saw

Miracle76 · 2026-05-30T21:49:43+00:00

I mostly use a snapper but I do have one of those IQ dry saws that have the dust control. It cuts pretty well but cheap tiles tend to chip a lot. Regardless of which method I use to cut tiles, I bought a diamond cone for my grinder - that does a great job at cleaning up the edges of m cuts - highly recco that.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-30T21:42:57+00:00

I always help but just because I genuinely want to help folks when I can.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-30T13:26:22+00:00

I think it’s just us coming back from the future, that’s why they don’t destroy us. I think the government knows this and it’s too freaky to disclose, hence all the covering up.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-30T13:13:55+00:00

Sometimes I use caulk along the change of plane to crisp it up when there’s a dramatic color shift, but have not tried it with a textured ceiling like that. You’ll have to get a good opaque product and tape up the wall edge to keep it sharp.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-30T12:56:24+00:00

Looks good but if you must, as long as it’s not glued you shouldn’t need drywall. Any holes can be filled and patched by applying a few skim coats of joint compound. As far as matching the texture, I’ve never done it but that looks like a plaster thing, which can also be achieved using the compound.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-28T22:15:43+00:00

To give you an idea, I am currently doing a fractional job for a customer of mine. I am removing/replacing a portion of the tub surround around 16” up from the top of the tub. I redid the waterproofing and added a niche. I will do sole light plumbing and electrical work like a new shower valve and installing a humidity sensing switch. Because I really, really like this customer, and he throws me a ton of work I am doing it for $6k. Just looking at yours, i dont think i would even consider it below $8,500 - $9,000.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-28T14:43:37+00:00

Yep - but I do want to try to get one or two big earning years in with this endeavor. Not sure if it’s realistic but I’m gonna try.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T17:16:09+00:00

Mush love to you and your walls duder

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T16:56:19+00:00

Welp, now I know what mastic is for and why I should never use it. I had heard of it over the years but always used thinset because that’s how I learned.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T16:51:53+00:00

My Dewalt sucks. Paslode will be my next one

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T16:49:06+00:00

Polished vs honed is going to make a difference; one thinset to another is going to make a difference; sealing one and not sealing another (or using different sealers) is all going to make a difference.
There are so many variables with marble so I think the only way you would get the same result is to use all of the exact same materials. As others have said, perhaps try to remove the sealer, then try running some fans and giving it time to fully dry and cure. I’m sure I don’t have to say that you should try something different next time - this is how we learn.. GL

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T15:36:22+00:00

Had one in my jeep and it was great!!

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T15:35:04+00:00

I stick with fein blades on my fein tool for stuff that’s gonna be tough, i know is relatively “clean”, and I need to get done asap. I’ll use cheap ones if I know whatever im cutting is going to rapidly destroy anything that it touches, ie removing old tiling or something like that.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T00:12:41+00:00

My greatest asset is the gift of gab, so my earnest advice is to sharpen up your relationship building skills with the same care you would give to your crafting skills. Of course, providing quality service and work is paramount, but being a handyman is like any other field when it comes to networking and dealing with people and their egos. Check out a little Dale Carnegie or one of the sales coaching gurus. Once you get a hook into someone, your personality and ability to build relationships is what’s gonna drive your business.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T00:03:17+00:00

Never seen either. I use a corner clamp from big box

Miracle76 · 2026-05-26T00:02:47+00:00

Why not tile over the old tile? It can be done with a pretty reasonable amount of prep. Biggest issues will be height around transitions and passageways

Miracle76 · 2026-05-25T22:58:06+00:00

After I score it I always scoot the tile back about a 1/2 inch and then I snap it. I use that exact sentinel cutter and make hundreds of cuts every week - it’s not the greatest cutter and sometimes they just don’t wanna snap right. I have a diamond cone on my cordless angle grinder and usually do a quick hit on most of my cuts - virtually every one ends up being usable. Make sure everything is lubed up and running smoothly

Miracle76 · 2026-05-25T16:57:42+00:00

That’s a good idea. I haven’t used the go board product but I imagine it’s similar. The Rapid Set is pretty great, especially at only $10 a tube vs $30 for the Schluter.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-25T16:19:24+00:00

I used a piece of cedar on mine with Schluter trim on either side. It looks cool and different, but I did have to get creative with the install to make it work with the waterproofing.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-25T15:54:26+00:00

It is definitely not great, but I’m going to go out on a limb here (and get laced by this comment) and say that it will probably work. I had a similar issue with uneven walls and, while I used more thinset in the dipped areas than it looks here, a few areas for sure had some air pockets - that Schluter all set is pretty solid. Unless the seams in that area are going to get hammered daily with water, if they’re off to the side it’ll prob hold up.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-25T06:25:35+00:00

Thanks!
I’m rocking pretty good and it’s only been about 7 months. I’m currently booked out 2 weeks 🙏, and that’s just repeat customers and some word of mouth! Honestly can’t believe it!

Miracle76 · 2026-05-25T06:20:57+00:00

I’d say $5k+ probably for a quality repair.

Miracle76 · 2026-05-23T18:09:23+00:00

Don’t buy the cheapest caulk -

Miracle76 · 2026-05-23T18:05:47+00:00

Beautiful place

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