How To Cut Straight Edges With A Circular Saw
Imagine you are building a dresser from plywood and need to make a straight cut on the plywood. A hand saw would work, but it would take forever. You could also use a circular saw. How do you ensure that the cut is straight? This blog post will show you how.
Woodworkers debate whether it is better to use a circular saw or an jigsaw to cut straight edges. We will discuss the pros and cons of each option so you can make an informed decision about which one is best for you. Keep watching!
What Is A Circular Saw?
A circular saw is an extremely powerful tool used for cutting wood. Although it looks similar to a handsaw, the rotating blade makes it faster and more efficient to cut through wood. It is a bit like an electric table saw.
Here are some things you can do in order to ensure your cut is perfect:
- The blade should be parallel to the edge.
- You can clamp the wood to a workbench, or any other solid surface.
- As a guide, use a straight edge.
- The saw should be guided along the straight edge.
Full Guide To Cutting Straight Edges With A Circular Saw
Mark the exact spot you wish to cut the straight line.
If desired, clamp the straight edge to the mark.
Place the blade of your circular saw in the cut line, and then make the cut.
Once the cut is complete, remove the clamps.
Tools:
- You will need the following tools to cut straight edges with a circular saw:
- A circular saw
- A straight edge
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Optional: Clamps
A circular saw can only cut straight edges at 90 degrees. Adjusting the position of the circular saw in relation to the straight edge can alter the angle of your cuts. To put it another way, if you have 45 degrees of cut angle, position the circular saw blade at 22 1/2° before you make the cut.
