Pro Tool Haus recently welcomed industry professionals to our Charlotte, North Carolina facility for a hands-on masterclass focused on professional tools, application techniques, and real-world demonstrations.
From precision cutting and surface finishing to specialized tools and accessories, the session provided an opportunity to explore equipment in action, discuss application challenges, and learn techniques that can improve efficiency and results on the job.
Missed the masterclass? We've got you covered.
We're sharing highlights, application demonstrations, and educational videos from the event so you can explore the techniques and tools at your own pace.
Below, you'll find demonstrations, practical insights, and links to the professional tools featured throughout the training.
Cutting Curves & Complex Shapes in Porcelain — Distar CordSET
Traditional diamond blades are excellent for straight cuts, but what happens when your project requires curves, rounded corners, or intricate cutouts?
The Distar CordSET offers a specialized solution for these challenging applications. Using a thin diamond wire and a guiding template, installers can create precise curved cuts and radiuses in porcelain tile.
In this masterclass demonstration, we showcase the CordSET in action and explore how this tool expands what's possible when working with porcelain.
Watch the demonstration below to see the CordSET in action.
Featured Tool: Distar CordSET — Explore the diamond wire cutting system used in this demonstration.
How to Flip Large-Format Porcelain Panels in Tight Spaces
Large-format porcelain panels present unique challenges during transportation, handling, and installation. Their size, weight, and relative fragility make proper handling techniques and equipment especially important.
During our Pro Tool Haus Masterclass, participants explored practical approaches to working with oversized porcelain panels, with an emphasis on controlled movement, careful positioning, and minimizing the risk of damage.
Watch the demonstration below for a closer look at handling large-format porcelain panels.
How to Cut a Mitered Edge on Large-Format Porcelain — Proxxon LWB/A & Distar Butterfly
Creating a clean, precise mitered edge on large-format porcelain requires control, stability, and the right cutting equipment.
During our Pro Tool Haus Masterclass, Pasha demonstrated a miter-cutting application using the Proxxon LWB/A cordless long-neck angle grinder, equipped with a Distar Butterfly diamond blade and Water Guard attachment.
With the porcelain panel supported on a workstation table, the demonstration highlights how a compact cutting tool can be used for detailed edge work on oversized porcelain.
Watch Pasha demonstrate the miter-cutting technique and the tools used to achieve a controlled cut.
Featured Tools
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Proxxon LWB/A: cordless long-neck angle grinder for precision cutting applications with compatible accessories.
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Distar Butterfly Diamond Blade: Small-diameter diamond blade designed for detailed porcelain cutting.
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Distar Water Guard: Accessory for directing water to the cutting area.
Supplying Water for Wet Cutting — Worcraft Cordless Backpack Sprayer
Maintaining a consistent water supply is an important consideration when wet cutting porcelain, particularly when working with large-format panels.
During the Pro Tool Haus Masterclass, Pasha demonstrated an alternative water-delivery setup using a Worcraft cordless backpack sprayer as the water source while cutting a mitered edge into a porcelain panel.
The demonstration highlights how cordless equipment can support a mobile wet-cutting setup when working with specialized cutting tools.
How to Cut a Bathroom Niche in Porcelain — Proxxon LWB/A & Distar Diamond Blade
Creating a precise opening for a bathroom niche in a large-format porcelain panel requires careful planning, controlled cutting, and attention to water management.
During our Pro Tool Haus Masterclass, Pasha demonstrated how to cut a bathroom niche opening using the Proxxon LWB/A, a Distar diamond blade, and the Distar Water Guard attachment.
A Practical Solution for Water Management
One particularly useful aspect of this demonstration is the simple water-collection setup.
Pasha positioned a bucket beneath the work area and taped plastic sheeting to the porcelain panel, creating a channel that directs excess cutting water into the bucket.
This practical approach helps contain runoff and makes cleanup easier when performing wet-cutting applications.
Pictured below: Pasha demonstrates a practical water-management setup while cutting a bathroom niche opening in a large-format porcelain panel.
Featured Tools & Equipment
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Proxxon LWB/A: cordless long-neck angle grinder used for precision cutting.
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Distar Diamond Blade: Small-diameter cutting blade for detailed porcelain applications.
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Distar Water Guard: Helps deliver water to the cutting area.
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Bucket & Plastic Sheeting: Simple water-collection setup for managing runoff during cutting.
