"cutting"
How to Choose the Right Oscillating Tool Blade for the Job
…when it comes to cutting, is using the right blade. By “right”, I mean the blade best suited to the job at hand and one that’s high quality. This video shows numerous jobs that can be done with an oscillating tool and how to select the best blade for each.…
A DIY Solution for Cutting Round Objects
When it comes to cutting round objects like PVC pipes or wooden dowels, one of the challenges is often holding it steady while you’re making the cut. It goes a lot easier if you have something to hold your workpiece steady. This simple DIY solution involves outfitting a 5-gallon bucket…
How to Choose the Right Hacksaw Blade
…metal you will be cutting. There are heavy, medium, and light-duty jobs and you're going to want to pick the right blade for the job. This guide explains the difference between hacksaw blades and how to choose the one that is right for you. What is the difference between hacksaw…
Cordless Chain Saw and Electric Lopper for Tree Work
…lightweight design and 8-inch cutting bar make it ideal for trimming branches up to several inches in diameter. It's also handy for cutting fireplace-sized logs. This tool has the advantage of being completely portable, yet very quiet. This corded tool is called the Alligator Lopper, also from Black and Decker.…
How To Avoid Compacted Sawdust When Using A Hole Saw
…efficient whether you are cutting into wood, plastic, metal, or even ceramic tile. Additionally, cutting a hole with a hole saw is smooth and clean (as opposed to using a spade bit, for example)If you are cutting into softwood or particle board, you may experience that the sawdust tends to…
How to Cut an Inspection Hole in a Wall
…90 degrees, and begin cutting the next side. Repeat the process on the remaining sides, making sure to maintain the bevel by keeping the saw at a 45-degree angle. Before you cut along the final side, mark the top of the square you are cutting with an arrow inside the…
Advantages of Japanese Pull Saws
…and still cut. The cutting technique is a bit different with Japanese saws too. With this dovetail or tenon saw, I begin my cut on the closest edge of the board, then as I saw, tip the blade into a more horizontal position as I work my way to the…
How to Protect Unfinished Wood
…piece of furniture, a cutting board, or an outdoor structure.In this video, we’ve broken these finishes down into four different categories: oil, shellac, lacquer, and varnish. Oil When it comes to oil finishes, you’ve got a few great options. Danish oil, for example, is a blend of oil and varnish,…
How I Got My Best Yard Ever
…at optimum height and cutting it without unnecessary damage, were key during the past few weeks. This year, I decided that my yard equipment would be all electric. There were several reasons for this. First, I wanted to avoid interrupting the tranquility of spring with the blaring noise of gas…
How to Get and Keep Your Kitchen Knives Super Sharp
…all too often, the cutting tools I’m presented with are better suited for shredding than carving.The Dull Truth The fact is, most kitchen knives are far from sharp. Not only is a dull knife frustrating to use, it can actually be more dangerous than a well-honed blade since a dull…
