Ceiling Tiles - Cutting accoustic tiles

That is how I cut them. A new blade, straight edge and a solid surface to cut the tile on. I make 2-3 passes on each cut.

Thanks!

Thanks - seems like a lot of tedious work. I was thinking of using a dremel.

I also use a straight edge or framing square and box knife. I think you will find the dremil more trouble than it is worth. Change your blade frequently for cleaner cuts. The ceiling panels will dull blades fast.

Cutting ceiling tiles

Thanks to all! I only need to do about 6 cuts.

Remember to always cut the edge that will be at your outside perimeter if possible. People are less prone to stand flat against your walls and look straight up.

If you happen to get a little (and I mean little) knick in the tile, a quick dab of white out can do wonders.

I always cut from the painted side in. If anything frays, it is on the backside and the clean cut edge is exposed. Cutting holes I use a hole saw and turn by hand to start with fragile tiles, or trace the circle or curve with a pencil then pre perf with only the knife tip, from the painted side.
A metal square or straight edge may scuff your painted surface if you slide it:furious:...I use a lightweight straightedge

The easiest way to do it. Cut your tile to fit in the grid, then put it in place, now take your knife and score your line to be cut> remove tile and cut that line. This way it will be right on to your grid. No need to measure and use a straight edge!

UH Chevy , how does that work along a wall:no:you can't cut your outer edge unless you flip the tile 180 and then if the wall is out of line so is your cut.

my bad, I re-read everything. He just wants a good clean cut on his tiles. My method is for cutting border cuts in reveal tiles.