Circular Saw Tips

A circular saw is more versatile than you might think. These tips from Tim Carter of AsktheBuilder.com will help you get more out of your circular saws and make better cuts. You can get a smooth line if you cut along with the grain of the wood. You will get a lot of splintering if you cut against the grain. You can also cut curves with a circular saw.

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[Strykercom1]

the last time i saw sombody try to cut a curve with a circular saw, the same curve they were cutting was also transferd to his thigh when the saw kicked back

[AsktheBuilder]

@Strykercom1 Oh yes, you bet that can happen. I believe the small company went out of business, but about ten years ago this woman was at the huge Hardware Show with a revolutionary circular saw blade that cut circles! Can you think how it did so?

[Strykercom1]

@AsktheBuilder she cut a straight line on a circular piece of wood? haha

my guess is that it was a small diameter blade, such as one norm abram used one time to cut a wide curve, i think it was a 3 inch blad

[AsktheBuilder]

@Strykercom1 Nope, that's not what it was. It was a 7-inch diameter blade. Think why a regular circular saw blade binds when you don't cut a straight line. It was ingenious.

[lgttb1]

TIM...

perhaps if you used a blade with 60 or more teeth and clamped the wood down and used a straight edge clamped to the piece ... you might get an even better looking cut. the blade you are using is a lo grade one with very few teeth

[AsktheBuilder]

@lgttb1 Indeed, I used the perfect blade for *rough* lumber - what I believe I was cutting.

[AsktheBuilder]

@7777dmith7777 Rule #3: Don't EVER EVER believe everything you read. I've used cordless circular saws for years and they cut framing lumber like a hot knife through butter.

[AsktheBuilder]

@handmetheclip Not if you buy quality ones. I have several cordless power tools that are nearly 10-years old that work like new.

[Lawknee]

@stewartx5 What about combining the two ideas into one? lining the tupperware container with leather, canvas between the blades, and a strap to carry the container?

[forgotmylogininfo]

@lpmaythratail If you are using a carbide tipped blade you can cut sheets of Aluminum. Wear hearing protection because it will be LOUD.

[bassman7530]

@stewartx5 My friend who plays the drums uses padded cases to store/ transport the cymbals on his drum kit. The bags come in a wide variety of diameters, I'm sure you could find one that's a good fit. Go to a music shop, or look online at Guitar Center or Musician's Friend's websites. I noticed your comment is a bit old, but I hope this helps regardless.

[catothewiser]

Fantastic tips! Very useful!