Since the pandemic began, it seems like more people than ever before are taking on woodwork projects themselves. Many of these projects involve using a saw. What type of saw is best? Let’s explore the different type of saws you might choose.
Many enjoy taking on these projects, and it is great to learn a new skill during these unprecedented times, as these skills might prove useful down the line. However, if you don’t have the right saws in your toolbox, you might have difficulty completing the project. Making sure you use the correct saw for each job is vital. If you are new to woodwork, you might find buying a new saw slightly overwhelming. There are plenty of saws readily available on the market, which adds to the confusion, so let’s take a closer look at some of the saws you will need.
Circular Saw
A circular saw is an electrical tool that a lot of people love. It allows you to easily cut wood straight, and it can help give your project a fabulous finish. A circular saw is connected to a handle and it has a switch which you can press to allow for the saw to work. The handle acts as a shield, to help you avoid sustaining an injury while using it. A circular saw has a very sharp blade, so people should be very careful when they are operating one. You should consider wearing a safety helmet before turning on the tool and heavy work gloves too. If your helmet doesn’t have a face protection screen, consider wearing safety goggles.
One of the advantages of owning a circular saw is that they are portable. A lot of other saws out there are confined to one area, but you should have no issues bringing circular saws wherever you go. They are not the biggest of saws, and they are lightweight too.
Don’t assume that every circular saw is the same. Some are better than others, and some have different features. So before investing your hard earned money, check out the different reviews posted online. A lot of woodworkers post information about the different tools they have been using, so it might be worth your while reading their review. Some circular saws come with a built-in LED light, which helps people to see while working in low light.
Traditional Handsaw
Your toolbox is not complete without a trusty handsaw. These inexpensive tools are safe and easy to use. They are portable and lightweight, so you should have no problems storing them in confined areas and bringing them wherever you want to go.
A lot of bulky saws can take up a lot of space. For power tools to operate, they rely on electricity. If you are working in an area where there is no electricity, you won’t be able to use them. Most people find themselves using their hand saw on a regular basis, not just because it is lightweight and easy to carry with you, but because it is highly effective. You don’t have to worry about recharging the batteries or finding an electrical socket to get your work done. All you need is the saw and you’re good to go!
In comparison to other saws out there, handsaws are one of the safest. Although they can be dangerous, very few people have been seriously injured using these tools. Because the person who is using the saw is in control of the power, your chances of sustaining a serious injury is low. If the teeth were to slip off the piece of wood you are cutting, then you can stop cutting immediately to check on your injuries. A lot of power tools will keep on cutting after the teeth slip, which can have disastrous consequences.
You don’t have to break the bank on a top of the range handsaw, but it might be worth your while spending that little bit extra on one. Most handsaws are designed to last for years, so you should look at it as a long term investment.
Hacksaw
When hacksaws first appeared on the market, they were designed for cutting metal. Although people still use them to cut metal, they are great for cutting wood and plastic too. Almost every woodworker has at least one hacksaw with a variety of different blades. Those who work as plumbers also use them regularly to cut plastic pipes. Because you can use them for multiple reasons, and because they tend to cost very little in comparison to other saws, they are very popular.
There are two different types of hacksaws available. One is known as a fixed frame hacksaw, which can only take a certain type of blade. These saws are a lot more rigid compared to an adjustable hacksaw. Adjustable hacksaws allow you to change the length of the blades.