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What are Turbo Rim Diamond BladesThe turbo rim blade is often mistaken for the continuous rim blade because it does look very similar. However, there are a few distinct differences where you can tell them apart. The first being the small gaps in the rim. These gaps allow for airflow to pass by, which has an increased cooling factor when using the b..

Using an angle grinder? Here are a few tips that might help you get more efficiency out of your tool!Pick the right tool for the job Is an angle grinder the correct tool? If you’re performing a small cut, cutting at an angle, mortar raking or grinding then the angle grinder is probably the right tool for the job. The size of the blades for angle gr..

Tile saw bladesA tile saw is a tool designed to cut tiles. There are two types of tile saws; wet and dry. Wet tile saws blades are stationary, which means the cut can be clean and precise, unlike dry blades, handheld tile saw. A wet tile saw blades require a flow of water as they aren’t capable of cooling themselves. The majority of wet tile saws w..

Spotlight: Spectrum DCA Zebra Diamond BladeThe Spectrum DCA diamond blade is part of Spectrums Plus range, which means it’s the ideal blade for both a DIYer and a contractor. The purpose of the Plus range is to provide you with exceptional value for money, but without reducing the quality or performance of the blade. This blade is ideal for cutting..

Ox's Diamond Blade range, Spectrum, provides incredible power while maintaining a long cut life - Especially with their mortar raking blades that will rake for very long periods of time, while maintaining a relatively low cost. If you need a blade for mortar raking, why buy from anyone else?Rake hard with the power of the Ox – Spectrum Mortar Rakin..

This blog will show you what steps you must take to maintain your Diamond blades. You will learn how to clean and store your blades while they are not in use, and how to provide them with a longer life span. You will also learn about general safety and protection that you should use when working with Diamond Blades.Increase the life span of your Di..

Cutting concrete at the right timeIf you’re new to cutting concrete then you might not know a lot about when you should cut your concrete. If you’re used to it, then you’ll probably know that it doesn’t come pre-set. It takes time to set, which means at some point it’s a lot softer than it is in its final form.You’ll have the option of cutting the ..

Continuous rim bladesA continuous rim blade, as the name suggests, is a blade that has a continuous rim rather than a segmented rim. The main advantage of having a continuous rim is that you can cut super smooth. These blades are designed to cut, rather than grind which makes them ideal for cutting porcelain, stone and tiles. These are the general ..

Alternative ways to prevent dustDust can be a major problem when working with Diamond Tools, not only because it can reduce your vision and get in your eyes and mouth, but because it can create one hell of a cleaning task after, especially when working inside. If you’re working inside and dust is created, it will be all over the floor and can even ..

5 tips for using a circular sawWhen finishing your cut, allow the saw to stop while it’s in the material before pulling it out. This will maintain the smoothness of your cut and ensure no damage is done when removing the blade.This is a bit of an obvious one, but always make sure you have the right blade for the tool and job. With a circular saw, a..

Diamond Tool SafetyWhen using any Diamond tool, the most important thing to keep in mind is how safe you are when using the tool. Here are a few tips and checks you should consider when using Diamond tools to keep yourself safe, while still being efficient with the tool.Examine the blade you are using for cracks or chips. If you use a blade that ha..

What is marble and how do I cut it?Marble is a hard material formed up of limestone that’s relatively easy to cut, as long as you have the correct tools for it. Marble can be used for sculptures, or as bricks to create a contemporary design in your house or garden.Cutting marble is a simple job, but you will run into a few inconveniences. The main ..