Features
- Carbide-grit coating for extended life in grout and tile applications
- Segmented shape for access and removal between tiles
- Three-dimensional StarlockMax interface for higher torque transfer and reduced vibration
- Quick blade change with StarlockMax mount (approx. 3 seconds)
- Color-coded interface and laser-etched identification on blade
- Swiss-made manufacturing
Specifications
| Application | Grout removal |
| Blade Length | 3.5 in |
| Blade Size | 2-1/2 in |
| Blade Width | 2-1/2 in |
| Blade Thickness | 0.375 in |
| Immersion Depth | 1.5 in |
| Material | Carbide (RIFF) |
| Compatible Interface | StarlockMax |
| Country Of Origin | Switzerland |
| Pack Quantity | 1 |
| Model Number | OSM212CG |
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Segmented oscillating multi-tool blade with a carbide-grit coating designed for removing grout and material between tiles. Uses a three-dimensional StarlockMax interface to improve torque transfer and reduce vibration; compatible with StarlockMax oscillating tools and many common multi-tool systems.
Model Number: OSM212CG
Project Ideas
Business
Dust-Controlled Regrout Service
Offer a premium, low-dust grout removal and replacement service for kitchens and baths. Market fast turnaround (same-day on typical backsplashes) using StarlockMax quick-change blades, with tiered pricing per linear foot and add-ons like stain sealing.
Rental Turnover Tile Refresh
Package service for property managers: remove dingy grout, regrout in a lighter color to brighten spaces, and recaulk wet joints in a single visit. Flat-rate pricing per room reduces vacancy time and boosts perceived unit value.
Loose Tile Stabilization Micro-Repairs
Target small tile failures: remove grout around a loose tile, lift, clean thinset, reset, and regrout without replacing whole sections. Position as a budget-friendly alternative to retiling for homeowners and Realtors prepping listings.
Custom Accent Upgrade Installs
Upsell design-focused clients by retrofitting metallic, glass, or stone inlay borders into existing tile fields. Minimal demolition (mostly grout removal) keeps jobs tidy and profitable. Offer on-site samples and charge premium design fees.
Content + Workshops on Grout Renewal
Build a niche brand with short-form videos and weekend workshops teaching safe, efficient grout removal and regrouting. Monetize via class fees, affiliate links to StarlockMax tools/blades, and local lead generation for your services.
Creative
Tile Accent Strip Swap
Selective refresh of a dated backsplash or shower by removing grout along one or two horizontal rows to replace a plain band with a glass/metal accent strip. The segmented carbide-grit blade tracks straight in joints and reaches corners cleanly, letting you upgrade the look without full demo.
Resin-Lit Grout Art
Create shallow channels along existing grout lines in an entry or bathroom and fill with colored or photoluminescent epoxy for decorative pathways that glow softly at night. The StarlockMax blade’s control helps keep grooves even and prevents chipping adjacent tiles.
Pebble Shower Floor Rescue
Renew a tired or moldy pebble shower floor by removing the top layer of soiled grout between stones and regrouting with a modern, stain-resistant formula. The curved, segmented edge conforms to irregular joints without dislodging stones.
Outdoor Mosaic Refresh
Revive garden stepping stones or patio mosaics by clearing cracked grout between tesserae and replacing it with a flexible, weather-ready mix in a new color to make the artwork pop. The carbide grit cuts through old cementitious grout efficiently.
Custom Border Retrofit
Add a thin mixed-material border to an existing tiled wall by removing grout along a perimeter pattern and inserting slim decorative trims or accent tiles. The 1.5 in immersion depth gives enough control for clean transitions without lifting field tiles.