10 Tips On Cutting Plywood Correctly

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10 Tips On Cutting Plywood Correctly

1. Avoid Cross Cutting - Plywood tends to chip the most when cut
across its width (grain). Cutting along the length of the wood
will help to reduce chipping.


2. Use the Right Blade - Special blades are manufactured for
different cutting jobs. The number of teeth, width, angle, and
rake of the blade all impact the cut. Choose a blade that best
matches your specific cutting situation.


3. Circular Saw - cut with the best face down.


4. Table Saw - cut with the best face up.


5. Score the Cut First - Run the plywood through the saw removing
only a minimal amount of wood. The next cut will leave a cleaner
cut.


6. Masking Tape - Put masking tape over the cut line to help keep the
fibers on the edge from pulling up.


7. Backing Panel - Attach a backing panel with strong double stick
tape. The backer board will take the brunt of the damage.
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8. Use a Router - A router fitted with a straight bit will cut a
clean line. A pilot bit and straight edge will help provide a clean line.


9. Score with a Utility Knife - Score the cut line with a utility
knife.


10. Buy a Panel Scoring Setup - Some saws can be fitted with a
plywood panel scoring setup and are ideal if you have to cut a lot of plywood. The setup consists of a smaller blade that scores the
surface of the plywood before it reaches the cutter.



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