Fein 63502105012 2-1/2-Inch Diamond Tile Grout Blade | 
 enlarge | Brand: Fein
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $158.46
Buy New: $85.95
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Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 7788
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.1
Dimensions (in): 7 x 3.9 x 0.9
MPN: 63502105012
Model: 63502105012
UPC: 663695400182
EAN: 0663695400182
ASIN: B0000223OZ
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Whole round blade for longer life through blade rotation | | • | Removes grout between tiled surfaces | | • | No danger of damaging adjoining tile | | • | Diamond material for removal of tougher grout | | • | Make cutouts in drywall, etc. |
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| Customer Reviews:
 Answer to Joe's question about alternatives July 28, 2006
JohnS (Phoenix)
3 out of 8 found this review helpful
I think the Fein tool looks like a fine piece of equipment. The high price, especially for replacement blades, has always given me cause for pause. With respect to grout removal tools, I recommend the Grout Grabber as a lower cost, but very effective alternative, if you happen to have a Sawzall, or equivalent saw. Amazon has the Grout Grabber for about $15. You can add or remove carbide cutters to match the grout line thickness (more cost for extra blades).
I used the Grout Grabber to repair about 25 16"x16" tiles. The broken tiles were not next to one another, so I had to cut 64 linear inches per tile. 2 blades were used for the entire job. The blades were installed back-to-back on the tool. When the outside edges became worn, I swapped the blade positions to use the fresh edge.
You have to be mindful of the blade position as you cut, so that you don't mar or damage the adjacent good tiles. It is possible to jump out of the grout line early in the cut, if you're not careful. You also have to be mindful of how deep you cut. The blade attachment bolts will scrape and damage tile if you cut too deeply. A steady hand and diligent eye will go far towards avoiding problems. Keep the shop vac close by to remove the grout dust, and keep the cutting line clear.
The Sawzall might be a bit heavy for protracted wall work. Since my projects are all personal home projects, I think I can put up with a lot of discomfort for the cost of a Fein, blade. If I was doing this for a living, and I could pass the cost to the customer, I think I would take the Fein plunge.
 project manager February 24, 2006
Joseph J. Konopacki (IL)
8 out of 11 found this review helpful
I've found nothing better for removing tile grout. We can clean at least 10 standard tile tub surrounds with each blade - more or less. About $10 a surround. I'd like to know if something better (faster and longer lasting) exists.
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