How to use a manual tile cutter For larger straightedge cuts, a manual cutter will get the job done. Manual cutters use scoring and pressure to snap the tile at the desired size.

From hole saws to jigsaws, even the good ol’ utility knife, these are the tools you need for scoring and slicing drywall.

This cutter is more expensive than the other manual options on our list, but it’s built to last a very long time, and if you need to cut large-diameter PVC pipes — up to 4.5 inches — it ...