Things You Will Need
Cutting a mirror tile is not complicated, and they are inexpensive enough that it doesn't matter if you damage a few while you get the hang of the technique. Master the procedure and cut tiles with ease.
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Clean the tile with window cleaner and a paper towel.
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Measure the space that you need for your tile.
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Transfer this measurement onto the tile with a permanent marker. Use a ruler to keep the line straight.
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Place the tile on a flat table.
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Clamp a straight edge to the tile and table with two clamps, positioned next to the marker line. The clamps must have rubber grips to protect the mirror surface.
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Hold a class cutter at one end of the line and, using the straight edge as a guide, pull the cutter toward you along the line, applying steady pressure to score the mirror.
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Remove the mirror from the clamps and place it, scored-side up, onto a wooden dowel. The dowel should line up with the score line.
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Apply steady downward pressure with your hands on the tile on each side of the scored line. The tile should break cleanly along the score.
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Remove the marker line with rubbing alcohol and a cotton ball.