Chemical info needed to break ceramic tile

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The discussion centers around the search for a chemical that can be applied to glazed ceramic tiles to facilitate breaking them at a precise location. Participants express skepticism about the existence of such a chemical, indicating that if it were available, it would be highly sought after by contractors who frequently deal with tile cutting. The consensus is that no known chemical solution currently exists for this purpose.

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Hi ,

please can anyone help. I need to know what chemical i could use that when drawn on a glazed ceramic tile it will break in the exact place.

thanks
stuart
 
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Welcome to PF, Stuart.
I've never heard of such a thing. If it exists, I know more than a few contractors who would love to know about it. Cutting tiles is one of the more irritating aspects of the job.
 

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