I already have a circular saw and was about to buy a table saw. I am a once in a while diy guy. After watching this video Realized I don’t need a table saw. Thank you sir!
I've been moving and cutting plywood since I was 11, I'm 65. The lifter - very good, but I think you'll always do better with one from the bottom, so you can lift sheets onto the roof rack of your vehicle and onto tables. Your support sticks: Spot on. My only comment here is either cut a lot of these strips or use a standard dimension. Personally I use 2x3s because I already buy this size for a lot of my 'projects'. 3/4" is thick enough, I just use the 2x3s because I have lots of them. You'll always need another piece. Forget bootlegging the straightedge, unless you're roofing. I always use guides. To rip large sheets I have a 1 x 4" aluminum U-channel that's 9' long, I also made a 90 degree cut off square (about 3' bottom, and 72" tall. To adjust it I used the 3:4:5 measurement) The base drops down 1" and has two tabs on the top so I can just clamp it at this bottom end. There's a long diagonal brace. I made it adjustable (tripled the work) in case I needed to readjust the squareness - that was over 20 years ago, never had to adjust it since the first day. If I made another one I would do this: I'd make two. A cross cut one (has to be more than 60" for Baltic Birch squares) with a 3/4 in base, this would make it easier to clamp on the ply I'm going to cut. (I never go thicker than 3/4"), Then I'd make a 9' one for ripping, but the base here I would make out of 1.25" or thicker plywood so I can push the whole length along the bottom of a full sheet, and then let the saw blade cut into it.. You can get away with it hanging off the table because the length of the sheet counterbalances almost any weight you put on this over hang. To clamp these straightedges I use either big spring clamps, regular Bessler clamps, a Kreg clamp, or a large Visegrip Clamp with a big loop to go around things. I cut with a SkilSaw and a 40 tooth blade. I could go with more teeth, and if I set up a shelf making shop I might use a sidewinder on a guide (higher RPM cleaner cut). Always designate one edge of your sheet goods as the 'baseline' and measure from there. So I wouldn't measure over to the cut line and then measure back to the guideline - you're adding too much error to the system. If I used your notch trick I'd measure this new line from the baseline side of the sheet. And if you ever EVER wonder 'is that plywood square?' Check it, with a framing square but also measure it corner to corner. Sometimes it's off. Plywood for flooring and roofing are never cockeyed but hardwood ply sometime can be. I have shelves right behind me Baltic Birch 1/2" Over about a year every sheet of BB 60 x60" ply was not square. Once you know this you can clean it up. But if just assume.... big problems. And make your cutting table sturdy enough that it can support your weight, on some cross cuts you need to put some of your weight onto the table so you can reach. Develop a system that works for you and then stick to it. I also have a table saw that sometimes for critical things I'll run them through. And if I have a project with smaller pieces I will just cut them from remnant pieces on the table saw. For critical work I'll cut a little larger with the guides then make it precise on the table saw. I had a Clamp N Tool Guide for about two days. It adjusts from the side that is away from you, so you either use it backwards , but then you can't clamp it, or you have to repeatedly guess at the setting distance for that far end. Too much trouble. Plus you still had to measure everything to make sure your cut was square. Took it back. Hope this helps.
Josh, this was excellent! I like your presentation style: no goofiness and silliness, no trying to act like a comedian, no eye bulging and foolish facial expressions; just straightforward professionalism and getting right to the point without a long and flashy “promo” introduction. And incredibly, you used no annoying, inappropriate, and ear splitting background music that makes your voice impossible to hear over. Friend, this is the first video I saw of yours and I’m liking what I’m seeing and hearing. I subscribed.
Agreed. Honestly it's refreshing to see someone with this kind of knowledge teach us without trying so hard to be funny or not getting to the point. I'm having trouble with my saw and these kinds of videos help a lot. Thank you.
I needed to see this. Tomorrow, I'm finishing my wife's coffee nook. I made some mistakes cutting the panels and cabinet doors. I bought the Krel system. I'm feeling empowered already. Big thanks, my bro
I swear; my phone 📱 listens to my conversations, the other day I was talking about organizing my garage, and this lady popped up on RUclips how to organize her stuff, now I picked up two pieces of plywood at a yard sale, the wife and I were talking about how I’m going to cut it up for projects. And today you pop up how to cut plywood with out me looking it up that’s pretty cool!!! Thanks!!!
This is the best video I’ve seen on cutting plywood without spending hours on an over engineered elaborate set up or spending a fortune. Easy, cheap and quick. Best video so far. It’s has made my very short list of saved videos.
Josh ! You are in my prayer everyday since I started to wach your videos because , using these tools has to be careful, a mistake would be fatal and you have no idea how much iI"am Learning with your videos. !🙏thank you ! 🤗
WOW!! I had never considered the option of cutting the rigid foam board in half and then taping the two halves together for storage. That's brilliant! Thank you.
Very useful stuff. Very clear english even for non-native english speakers like myself. I clicked the "subscribed" button after watching only 20 seconds in the video. Thank you for the video and keep up good work.
This is such a good video and I’ve come to realise that all your tutorials are equally good. No nonsense; just straight to the point. As I’m sure you know, you can make a cheap jig with a straight edge screwed to a piece of mdf. Just run the saw along to cut the mdf and you have a kind of track for your own saw. It has worked well for me for many years.
Great explanation, I've used all these methods before, but I finally bought the Kreg ACS Track Saw with dust collection. Yes its more expensive but the accuracy, zero dust (when attached to dust collection) and no clamping pretty much makes it the final cut. I too hesitated for years because of cost, now I am so glad I have a track saw, especially the awesome dust collection when working in an enclosed garage. It will definitely save time and minimize the dust you breathe in the years of use for anyone.
Good video. I use 1/4" fir plywood base, and another 1/4" strip (1 1/2" wide) as the actual guide, glued to the plywood base. Then attach to project by using two small 3/4" nails at each side of the guide. You're nailing into the rough side of the project wood (since the best cut is made with good side down); the small holes left are insignificant. After cut, remove guide, leave nails in guide for the next time. Fast, easy, cheap - been doing it for 50 years.
This is a good video. I really learn a lot. I'm a newby in wood working. I'm afraid in circular saw but with the help of your video it helps me to overcome my fear. Very detailed. And the eplanation is clear. 🙌
This is the most informative, no bullshit, and efficient tool video I've ever seen. I made three purchases while watching this. Excellent work. Give this man some commission.
Awesome! I have sheets of plywood that were a pain to cut with the circular saw. I really suck at cutting a straight line, so having a guide is just spectacular.
After planning my project, I have the big box store cut down my plywood to smaller sheets. I get the value of buying full sheets, transportation is easier, hauling into my workshop is easier, it doesn't cost me anything, and the cuts are always perfect. I still use your tips for the smaller cuts, but getting a 8' cut into 2 48x20 and x 48x28 is a great start!
Just beginning my exploration into carpentry and your videos are among the best! Love how you show everything you're talking about and make it so easy to understand, and see you go through the process instead of just explaining it.
I just happened upon this site and I am engrossed with your training. Thank you. I am just getting into routing and will be viewing all your videos. Thanks again!!
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I just recently made a cut guide with plywood that worked great. Take a piece of plywood about 4" wide by however long you want the guide. Then glue that to another piece of plywood the same length making sure that you oversize the width more than the offset of both sides of your saw (mine was 1.56" on one side and 4.3125" on the other side). In this example I would leave 2" offset on one and 5" on the other side Then take your saw and cut the bottom piece on both sides using the opposite side of the shoe using the top piece as a guide. Now the bottom piece is a direct straight line of where the saw is actually cutting and it is not limited to only one side of the saw. Hope that makes sense. Found the idea on This Old House.
As usual very loud and clear to the point videos without loosing a word ! Well done , and thanks for your instant response to my question about metric sizes too , well done !
I'm learning a lot from watching your video that really appreciate everything that you're posting thank you so much I have never really cut plywood I've only done it maybe once or twice maybe a few times for my father and so this is really helpful I thank you so much for all the knowledge and wisdom that you show us
For a noob like me this video and the manner in which you can get the point through is worth its weight in good. But since I'm a poor man, sir you have my gratitude 🙏 in spades.
This was EXTREMELY helpful! My M12 5 3/8 circ saw kept stalling out when I was trying to rip 3/4 plywood . After trying the rigid insulation sheet trick I was able to do it quite easily . I had been using saw horses to support the plywood with little success.
Incredibly useful, no-nonsense advice to get started. My circular saw is sitting waiting for me to get the courage to use it, and this is the first step in getting ready. Thanks!
This was an excellent presentation. No fluff or filler, just some great explanations of your options if you don't have a panel saw. Really dig the insulation backing trick, going to use that on my project.
Hello, im a wood worker almost 2 yrs.now from the Philippines, am making tables and modular caninets using marine plywood 3/4 or laminated plywood. I dont have table saw, i always use Circular saw for cutting boards and im really having hard time straightening my cut, i have no choice but use cs. You mentioned using rigid insulation, that might be difficult for me to use coz i have to cut manually without straight edge or guide. Im glad i found you on Utube, hope you can answer my questions from time to time to learn more on wood working. Thanks. God bless.
I was looking at circular saws which brought me to your channel to which I subscribed. Great video and well done for spending your time presenting a video. That takes dedication and passion. I'm not a big fan on placing sheets on the ground. I guess there isn't much option of you are limited to space. My trade as a plasterer we had board stands as the husband of my grandmother's sister had a welding factory. I have a festool plunge saw and used a sacrificial board underneath to support the sheeting. This has often worked real well . Later I bought an mft table. Since I don't have enough room inside my work is half outdoors meaning it has to be dry days when I can do work from home. I welded a table to place a full sheet. That's my work table. I have a formwork ply. This table is okay. I then made a steel mft table. The steel mft table is a gem and dismantable. It's 900 mm by 1200 mm so larger than the mft table, twice as heavy although a lot more stable. I then built a lower table for my kapex saw so the top is level with the other two tables. I have not yet used it. I plan to be able to make consistent cuts of one size or to set a ruler for accurate cuts. That will take a bit of planning. It's not that I do a lot of multiple cuts on timber, although it will be nice to have a good setup which is efficient. I should actually present a video so it will be more self explanatory. Great video regards.
I’ve watched hundreds of videos in your related fields. I will say unequivocally that you have mastered the almost perfect presentation. I point to the numerous options you’ve included, your excellent instructions, your camera presentation, your voice inflection and the details you’ve included to further help, all lead to a well rehearsed demonstration. I say almost perfect because nothing is even though it looked perfect. You now have a new subscriber.👍
Thank you so much! This answered all my questions about how to cut a 6’ long table top with a circular saw. That rigid insulation tip is 👍👍👍 for someone trying to do work working in a apartment.. or out on my balcony.
Okay, so I'm about to embark on building 2 shed doors. Honestly, I'm scared as Hell. This video helped tremendously, calmed my nerves and helped me decide which tools I will need. Thank you very much, sir! :)
@@TrainingHandsAcademy can I use a reciprocating saw to cut the insulation? Will it damage it? And can I cut it in four places in order to transport it? I have n Equinox. And last question. What is the thickness of the foam board you are using?
Thank you, Josh! Going under the assumption that I didn't know even half of what I think I know, I searched for this before cutting some OSB and found your video. Perfect cuts first time around. Wish I could say that about every endeavor. Well done!
This video really helped me out, it's very well done. I bought the Kreg Accucut and rip guide, but it doesn't fit my circular saw very well and setup is time consuming, I think I'll return them and just go with a simple straight edge. I really like the hard insulation for supporting the plywood and the folding storage idea! Thanks.
I love your trick to put the saw down on the side you want to cut and use the the shoe to put a mark down which is where you are going to clamp your straight edge. I have had a tough time doing it the other way with the tape measure and my cut would often not be accurate. I am looking forward to trying your method the next time I have to cut plywood. Thank you!
Thank you for this video. There's a local place that gives away plywood free at the end of the week. It's too big to fit in my car so I've been working out the best way to cut it to size there.
Oh this is so useful!!! Thank you! Im a "just now" beginner. Been wanting to make my own shelves but idk what tools are best - specially on the saw - and really needed this info about what "accessories" the circular saw needs for precise cutting that i seen in some carpentry videos. They never really explain those "rulers" (guides) and i thought they were part of the package when you buy circular saws. I haven't bought any saw cause i was looking for one where the guides are included. 🤦♀
Thanks for the video, very informative. It's always fun watching someone trying to 8' stock on the floor, as as they try to crawl and keep the saw moving at the same time.
Wooow! I've just found your channel a few days ago, and I'm looking the videos one after the other, every time I have a minute of spare. They've given me support enough to open mi first circular saw, and make a few cross cuts in plywood... Hopefully, it will turn out to be a toys chest, folowing your examples! Thanks, from Argentina! Keep posting great videos! Cheers!
Thank you for the well presented and thorough demonstrations. Great to share with my entry level neighbors. And, of course, I always am learning myself. First time viewer and now subscriber. 👍
Thank you so much for this video! It’s very informative and to the point. I’m not bored watching LOL. I’d like to tackle my guest room closet and put in a wood organization system this weekend. This video gives me confidence on ripping down boards without a table saw. This is great.
@@TrainingHandsAcademy Hey, thanks! I picked up the Kreg jig yesterday and ripped down a 12"x28" board (foran Ikea shoe rack shelf that heels were falling through). I used the Kreg jig for the 12" side and clamped a straight edge to rip the 28" side. This is too cool! I'm glad to have been able to try out different methods. I think that was a good start so that this Saturday, I can do the big girl project - aka building the closet! I am so excited!
Just starting woodworking. I have a track that came with it's own set of clamps. Still cut it wrong. I'm going to try marking where the shoe is. Thanks for the tips!
I cut pairs of wooden jigs that set the set back for the shoe. When I need to find the proper offsets, I use those jigs instead of trying to hold the saw in place while making the proper mark. It really speeds up clamping the guide strip, and takes a little bit of the mental gymnastics out of setting up the cut.
Clear, simple, intuitive and very useful info. Super ideas for a straight cut. Thank you for the idea with insulation and how to carry...also how to make and accordion from insulation. Great video!
I made my own tracksaw if you will. A straight edge, you can use metal or wood. Eight feet long and screwed on to a piece of hard board from the bottom up. Take your saw, I have a Home Depot Rigid Wormsaw, so it cuts on the left side. Your straight edge is a fence, run the saw along the fence using your favorite blade and cut the extra hardboard off. Now you have a fool proof track with which to cut down large sheets of wood. Put your new track across the sheet you are going to cut with the edge at where you want to cut from side to side. Clamp it in place and as long as you use the same saw blade it will cut on that line. I have been using mine for years and it is always accurate. It cost me little to make and took very little time to do. I made mine so that it is double sided. The other side, once again using the same blade in my DeWalt Jigsaw, I can put that edge where I want to cut and it is also very accurate. I did exactly the same with the Jigsaw as I did with my Worm. Just run my Jig along the straight edge fence and cut off the additional hardboard.
First time viewer - wow - shop tips and instructional videos don't get better than this. To the point, accurate, professional, and engaging. I"m subscribing right now. THANK YOU for posting as you do, and sharing your expertise with us.
Great tips - about to buy and cut some ply, think I'll pickup one of those carriers. Buying a Dewalt track saw was one of the best investments I made - quick and perfect cuts everytime (not cheap though). if you can't afford that I'd check out the kreg sled.
Great video, especially on how to clamp some wood quickly, always struggle with getting that setup just right and check it 3-4x every time, this should help a lot!
When cutting long lengths I always check where I am standing or kneeling and plan ahead so that when I move position I do not lose concentration on the cutting process. Sometimes it is just better to stop the saw, move position and then start the saw again and continue the cut. The electrical lead also must not get caught up so allow plenty of slack and position it conveniently for a long cut.
Great video!!! I was cutting a sheet of plywood with my new Table saw with no support on either side and it got jammed halfway through I thought the Table saw was garbage but no it was pinching like you stated---obviously I need to have a tablesaw Table capable of supporting big sheets on both sides
Good info, thank you! one thing though; how do you reposition your body when the cut is longer than you can safely reach? You kept cutting away during those bits.
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I already have a circular saw and was about to buy a table saw. I am a once in a while diy guy. After watching this video Realized I don’t need a table saw. Thank you sir!
haha. Once in a while
i am too man. Bought all these tools for my girl to say, “you gonna build two projects a year “
Im new to this but it’s exciting
Me too!!!❤
I've been moving and cutting plywood since I was 11, I'm 65. The lifter - very good, but I think you'll always do better with one from the bottom, so you can lift sheets onto the roof rack of your vehicle and onto tables.
Your support sticks: Spot on. My only comment here is either cut a lot of these strips or use a standard dimension. Personally I use 2x3s because I already buy this size for a lot of my 'projects'. 3/4" is thick enough, I just use the 2x3s because I have lots of them. You'll always need another piece.
Forget bootlegging the straightedge, unless you're roofing. I always use guides. To rip large sheets I have a 1 x 4" aluminum U-channel that's 9' long, I also made a 90 degree cut off square (about 3' bottom, and 72" tall. To adjust it I used the 3:4:5 measurement) The base drops down 1" and has two tabs on the top so I can just clamp it at this bottom end. There's a long diagonal brace. I made it adjustable (tripled the work) in case I needed to readjust the squareness - that was over 20 years ago, never had to adjust it since the first day.
If I made another one I would do this: I'd make two. A cross cut one (has to be more than 60" for Baltic Birch squares) with a 3/4 in base, this would make it easier to clamp on the ply I'm going to cut. (I never go thicker than 3/4"), Then I'd make a 9' one for ripping, but the base here I would make out of 1.25" or thicker plywood so I can push the whole length along the bottom of a full sheet, and then let the saw blade cut into it.. You can get away with it hanging off the table because the length of the sheet counterbalances almost any weight you put on this over hang. To clamp these straightedges I use either big spring clamps, regular Bessler clamps, a Kreg clamp, or a large Visegrip Clamp with a big loop to go around things. I cut with a SkilSaw and a 40 tooth blade. I could go with more teeth, and if I set up a shelf making shop I might use a sidewinder on a guide (higher RPM cleaner cut).
Always designate one edge of your sheet goods as the 'baseline' and measure from there. So I wouldn't measure over to the cut line and then measure back to the guideline - you're adding too much error to the system. If I used your notch trick I'd measure this new line from the baseline side of the sheet.
And if you ever EVER wonder 'is that plywood square?' Check it, with a framing square but also measure it corner to corner. Sometimes it's off. Plywood for flooring and roofing are never cockeyed but hardwood ply sometime can be. I have shelves right behind me Baltic Birch 1/2" Over about a year every sheet of BB 60 x60" ply was not square. Once you know this you can clean it up. But if just assume.... big problems.
And make your cutting table sturdy enough that it can support your weight, on some cross cuts you need to put some of your weight onto the table so you can reach. Develop a system that works for you and then stick to it.
I also have a table saw that sometimes for critical things I'll run them through. And if I have a project with smaller pieces I will just cut them from remnant pieces on the table saw. For critical work I'll cut a little larger with the guides then make it precise on the table saw.
I had a Clamp N Tool Guide for about two days. It adjusts from the side that is away from you, so you either use it backwards , but then you can't clamp it, or you have to repeatedly guess at the setting distance for that far end. Too much trouble. Plus you still had to measure everything to make sure your cut was square. Took it back. Hope this helps.
Josh, this was excellent! I like your presentation style: no goofiness and silliness, no trying to act like a comedian, no eye bulging and foolish facial expressions; just straightforward professionalism and getting right to the point without a long and flashy “promo” introduction. And incredibly, you used no annoying, inappropriate, and ear splitting background music that makes your voice impossible to hear over. Friend, this is the first video I saw of yours and I’m liking what I’m seeing and hearing. I subscribed.
Thank you R. I'm glad you are with us!
Agreed. Honestly it's refreshing to see someone with this kind of knowledge teach us without trying so hard to be funny or not getting to the point. I'm having trouble with my saw and these kinds of videos help a lot. Thank you.
@@JayJay-sr5gn I'm here to help Jay Jay. Thank you for the nice comment.
@@TrainingHandsAcademy Agreed, presentation is very concise. 10/10
Yes excellent content and greatly appreciate the tips 👍
I needed to see this. Tomorrow, I'm finishing my wife's coffee nook. I made some mistakes cutting the panels and cabinet doors. I bought the Krel system. I'm feeling empowered already. Big thanks, my bro
I'm glad you found it helpful, I hope it all goes well for you!
I swear; my phone 📱 listens to my conversations, the other day I was talking about organizing my garage, and this lady popped up on RUclips how to organize her stuff, now I picked up two pieces of plywood at a yard sale, the wife and I were talking about how I’m going to cut it up for projects. And today you pop up how to cut plywood with out me looking it up that’s pretty cool!!! Thanks!!!
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I don't understand how this has any type of thumb down. This was a very well done tutorial video. Thanks for this!
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This is the best video I’ve seen on cutting plywood without spending hours on an over engineered elaborate set up or spending a fortune. Easy, cheap and quick. Best video so far. It’s has made my very short list of saved videos.
Josh ! You are in my prayer everyday since I started to wach your videos because , using these tools has to be careful, a mistake would be fatal and you have no idea how much iI"am Learning with your videos. !🙏thank you ! 🤗
What a blessing you are to me... thank you for the prayers! Lord, protect Alicia as well.
WOW!! I had never considered the option of cutting the rigid foam board in half and then taping the two halves together for storage. That's brilliant! Thank you.
You're very welcome!
Great video. Really helped me decide that I’m better off going with a circular saw and those clamps rather than going with a big table saw
Very useful stuff. Very clear english even for non-native english speakers like myself. I clicked the "subscribed" button after watching only 20 seconds in the video. Thank you for the video and keep up good work.
Awesome, thank you!
This is such a good video and I’ve come to realise that all your tutorials are equally good. No nonsense; just straight to the point.
As I’m sure you know, you can make a cheap jig with a straight edge screwed to a piece of mdf. Just run the saw along to cut the mdf and you have a kind of track for your own saw. It has worked well for me for many years.
Yes, that works great too! Thanks for the comment John
Great explanation, I've used all these methods before, but I finally bought the Kreg ACS Track Saw with dust collection. Yes its more expensive but the accuracy, zero dust (when attached to dust collection) and no clamping pretty much makes it the final cut. I too hesitated for years because of cost, now I am so glad I have a track saw, especially the awesome dust collection when working in an enclosed garage. It will definitely save time and minimize the dust you breathe in the years of use for anyone.
Good stuff! Thanks AJ
Awesome. I’m brand new to woodworking. Would you say a table saw is necessary if you already have or plan to get this Kreg ACS track saw?
Good video. I use 1/4" fir plywood base, and another 1/4" strip (1 1/2" wide) as the actual guide, glued to the plywood base. Then attach to project by using two small 3/4" nails at each side of the guide. You're nailing into the rough side of the project wood (since the best cut is made with good side down); the small holes left are insignificant. After cut, remove guide, leave nails in guide for the next time. Fast, easy, cheap - been doing it for 50 years.
This is a good video. I really learn a lot. I'm a newby in wood working. I'm afraid in circular saw but with the help of your video it helps me to overcome my fear. Very detailed. And the eplanation is clear. 🙌
This is the most informative, no bullshit, and efficient tool video I've ever seen. I made three purchases while watching this. Excellent work. Give this man some commission.
Awesome! I have sheets of plywood that were a pain to cut with the circular saw. I really suck at cutting a straight line, so having a guide is just spectacular.
Best explanation for this subject on RUclips. Big thanks!!
After planning my project, I have the big box store cut down my plywood to smaller sheets. I get the value of buying full sheets, transportation is easier, hauling into my workshop is easier, it doesn't cost me anything, and the cuts are always perfect. I still use your tips for the smaller cuts, but getting a 8' cut into 2 48x20 and x 48x28 is a great start!
It seems like the saws at the big box stores around here are never working properly…
You are amazing! I get lost with all the measurements, but I am a newbie. Please keep posting these videos.
Thank you!
Just beginning my exploration into carpentry and your videos are among the best! Love how you show everything you're talking about and make it so easy to understand, and see you go through the process instead of just explaining it.
Glad you like them!
Perfect! I was looking for the way to cut and support a whole sheet of plywood in half without worrying about binding issues. Thanks!
Glad I could help!
Thank you for the tips it will help very much. I'm a person who is beginning with wood work for the first time
I just happened upon this site and I am engrossed with your training. Thank you. I am just getting into routing and will be viewing all your videos. Thanks again!!
Welcome, my name is Josh. Let me know if you have questions, and if you are interested in signing up to be notified when my beginners online course for routers starts you can do that here. bit.ly/2I8vT9k
I just recently made a cut guide with plywood that worked great. Take a piece of plywood about 4" wide by however long you want the guide. Then glue that to another piece of plywood the same length making sure that you oversize the width more than the offset of both sides of your saw (mine was 1.56" on one side and 4.3125" on the other side). In this example I would leave 2" offset on one and 5" on the other side Then take your saw and cut the bottom piece on both sides using the opposite side of the shoe using the top piece as a guide. Now the bottom piece is a direct straight line of where the saw is actually cutting and it is not limited to only one side of the saw. Hope that makes sense. Found the idea on This Old House.
I just watched some other videos on how to cut plywood. I really was dreading the task ahead..... until I saw this. This is brilliant. Thank-you.
As usual very loud and clear to the point videos without loosing a word ! Well done , and thanks for your instant response to my question about metric sizes too , well done !
I surely like your presentation, there are no adds or long talk, you are straight to the point.
I'm learning a lot from watching your video that really appreciate everything that you're posting thank you so much I have never really cut plywood I've only done it maybe once or twice maybe a few times for my father and so this is really helpful I thank you so much for all the knowledge and wisdom that you show us
Thank you for the comments! Let me know if you need any help along the way.
For a noob like me this video and the manner in which you can get the point through is worth its weight in good. But since I'm a poor man, sir you have my gratitude 🙏 in spades.
This was EXTREMELY helpful! My M12 5 3/8 circ saw kept stalling out when I was trying to rip 3/4 plywood . After trying the rigid insulation sheet trick I was able to do it quite easily . I had been using saw horses to support the plywood with little success.
Nice! Thanks for the comment.
Incredibly useful, no-nonsense advice to get started. My circular saw is sitting waiting for me to get the courage to use it, and this is the first step in getting ready.
Thanks!
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This was an excellent presentation. No fluff or filler, just some great explanations of your options if you don't have a panel saw. Really dig the insulation backing trick, going to use that on my project.
Thank you for the comment!
You just saved me hours of fiddly work Josh with your Kreg tip. Anad finally a use for that extra piece of drywall.
Great to hear!
Hello, im a wood worker almost 2 yrs.now from the Philippines, am making tables and modular caninets using marine plywood 3/4 or laminated plywood. I dont have table saw, i always use Circular saw for cutting boards and im really having hard time straightening my cut, i have no choice but use cs. You mentioned using rigid insulation, that might be difficult for me to use coz i have to cut manually without straight edge or guide. Im glad i found you on Utube, hope you can answer my questions from time to time to learn more on wood working. Thanks. God bless.
Hi July! I would be glad to help out with some questions. I'm curious, why do you have to cut manually?
@@TrainingHandsAcademy oh sorry typo error, i mean its hard to cut without a guide. Thanks for reply.
I was looking at circular saws which brought me to your channel to which I subscribed. Great video and well done for spending your time presenting a video. That takes dedication and passion. I'm not a big fan on placing sheets on the ground. I guess there isn't much option of you are limited to space. My trade as a plasterer we had board stands as the husband of my grandmother's sister had a welding factory. I have a festool plunge saw and used a sacrificial board underneath to support the sheeting. This has often worked real well . Later I bought an mft table. Since I don't have enough room inside my work is half outdoors meaning it has to be dry days when I can do work from home. I welded a table to place a full sheet. That's my work table. I have a formwork ply. This table is okay. I then made a steel mft table. The steel mft table is a gem and dismantable. It's 900 mm by 1200 mm so larger than the mft table, twice as heavy although a lot more stable.
I then built a lower table for my kapex saw so the top is level with the other two tables. I have not yet used it. I plan to be able to make consistent cuts of one size or to set a ruler for accurate cuts. That will take a bit of planning. It's not that I do a lot of multiple cuts on timber, although it will be nice to have a good setup which is efficient. I should actually present a video so it will be more self explanatory. Great video regards.
Welcome Ronald! Thank you for sharing some great information.
Best video I’ve found on the subject. Well done
Wow, thanks!
I’ve watched hundreds of videos in your related fields. I will say unequivocally that you have mastered the almost perfect presentation. I point to the numerous options you’ve included, your excellent instructions, your camera presentation, your voice inflection and the details you’ve included to further help, all lead to a well rehearsed demonstration. I say almost perfect because nothing is even though it looked perfect. You now have a new subscriber.👍
Wow, thank you James!
Thank you so much! This answered all my questions about how to cut a 6’ long table top with a circular saw. That rigid insulation tip is 👍👍👍 for someone trying to do work working in a apartment.. or out on my balcony.
Very welcome! Have fun!
Awesome, now I can build my work bench top with confidence!!! I bought the Kreg jig yesterday ❣️Great video, I'm so psyched ❣️❣️❣️❣️
I wasn't sure how to cut a large piece of wood until I saw your video. Thank you so much for the very useful advice and information !
You learn something every day. Loved every minute of your video, thx.
i love the tip on how to measure the distance of the blade on the saw. thank you. always learning something new!
As a novice....I found this video to be excellent advice
The Kreg circular saw jig is a game changer, great alternative to a track, or table saw for that matter.
Thanks for the comment.
One of the best how to videos over seen. I’m not a super handy guy, but this video made think I can safely do this! 😊
Much appreciated! If you want to support my work, please drop some more comments on my other videos! This helps to wake up the YT algorithms. :)
I'm only 2:37 through the video and I already learned so many little BUT helpful trics. Thanks
Awesome! Thank you for taking the time to comment.
You have answered a beginner very well, perfect actually. Cheers Josh 👍👍
Thanks 👍
Okay, so I'm about to embark on building 2 shed doors. Honestly, I'm scared as Hell. This video helped tremendously, calmed my nerves and helped me decide which tools I will need. Thank you very much, sir! :)
You can do it!
I really like how you explained these methods from the simplest and least expensive to more technical and advanced tools!
Thank you!!!
This.....was...awesome! Thank you! I work solo diy and don’t have big surface. Solo me in my garage floor with insulation = success! Thank you!!
I bought my first circular saw today and this will be a huge help thank you apppreciated
Congrats! Be safe, and have FUN!
Thank you. You are an exceptional instructor. You have really help me get started safely.
"You are good at what you do ,,,,TOO GOOD!
Its obvious you know your stuff,. I would DEFINATLY learn from your tips and demonstrations
Thanks
This is the best tutorial I've watched. Thank you.
Wow, thanks!
@@TrainingHandsAcademy can I use a reciprocating saw to cut the insulation? Will it damage it? And can I cut it in four places in order to transport it? I have n Equinox. And last question. What is the thickness of the foam board you are using?
Your directions are so simple to follow. Thank you 😊
Thank you so much!
I'v been looking for this! Everyone shows us how to make stuff but doesn't show how to cut if you don't have all those fancy tools!
Thanks for the tips! They were very helpful in making sure I stayed safe while ripping a sheet of plywood.
Great video! I feel confident now to try cutting myself! Love your style of teaching.
Awesome, glad to hear it.
One of the best videos I have seen on this subject. Well done Josh.
Thank you my friend. Glad you liked it.
Thank you, Josh! Going under the assumption that I didn't know even half of what I think I know, I searched for this before cutting some OSB and found your video. Perfect cuts first time around. Wish I could say that about every endeavor. Well done!
Glad it was helpful Josiah!
This video really helped me out, it's very well done. I bought the Kreg Accucut and rip guide, but it doesn't fit my circular saw very well and setup is time consuming, I think I'll return them and just go with a simple straight edge. I really like the hard insulation for supporting the plywood and the folding storage idea! Thanks.
Thank you for the comment.
I love your trick to put the saw down on the side you want to cut and use the the shoe to put a mark down which is where you are going to clamp your straight edge. I have had a tough time doing it the other way with the tape measure and my cut would often not be accurate. I am looking forward to trying your method the next time I have to cut plywood. Thank you!
Let me know how things turn out for you Bernie! Thanks for the comment!
Thank you for this video. There's a local place that gives away plywood free at the end of the week. It's too big to fit in my car so I've been working out the best way to cut it to size there.
Oh this is so useful!!! Thank you! Im a "just now" beginner. Been wanting to make my own shelves but idk what tools are best - specially on the saw - and really needed this info about what "accessories" the circular saw needs for precise cutting that i seen in some carpentry videos. They never really explain those "rulers" (guides) and i thought they were part of the package when you buy circular saws. I haven't bought any saw cause i was looking for one where the guides are included. 🤦♀
Excellent. Thanks for taking the time to help others by sharing your expertise. You are an outstanding instructor. thanks again.
Thank you for the comment. :)
Excellent video.. learning from everyone of your videos...good teacher
Thanks for the video, very informative. It's always fun watching someone trying to 8' stock on the floor, as as they try to crawl and keep the saw moving at the same time.
Wooow! I've just found your channel a few days ago, and I'm looking the videos one after the other, every time I have a minute of spare.
They've given me support enough to open mi first circular saw, and make a few cross cuts in plywood... Hopefully, it will turn out to be a toys chest, folowing your examples!
Thanks, from Argentina! Keep posting great videos!
Cheers!
Glad you like them!
Wow... Since July 2020, that panel carrier went up in price. It's now $46.
Great tips. Thank you
Crazy right! Not worth the money now...
After doing a little searching, it looks like home depot has a husky branded one. That goes for $20, at least as of right now
Thank you for the well presented and thorough demonstrations. Great to share with my entry level neighbors. And, of course, I always am learning myself. First time viewer and now subscriber. 👍
Thanks for the sub and comment.
Love the tip to cut the insulation in half and then tape it for storage in half the space. 😋
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much. This tutorial is great and a much less expensive alternative to buying a table saw for straight (cabinet) cuts.
Really great no nonsense instructional video!
Really useful, thanks. I'm just about to cut an 8' ply sheet and will follow these instructions (guide piece and clamps).
You are so good on explaining things
Thank you so much for this video! It’s very informative and to the point. I’m not bored watching LOL. I’d like to tackle my guest room closet and put in a wood organization system this weekend. This video gives me confidence on ripping down boards without a table saw. This is great.
Glad it was helpful! Reach back out if you have questions as you start to build.
@@TrainingHandsAcademy Hey, thanks! I picked up the Kreg jig yesterday and ripped down a 12"x28" board (foran Ikea shoe rack shelf that heels were falling through). I used the Kreg jig for the 12" side and clamped a straight edge to rip the 28" side. This is too cool! I'm glad to have been able to try out different methods. I think that was a good start so that this Saturday, I can do the big girl project - aka building the closet! I am so excited!
Just starting woodworking. I have a track that came with it's own set of clamps. Still cut it wrong. I'm going to try marking where the shoe is. Thanks for the tips!
I cut pairs of wooden jigs that set the set back for the shoe. When I need to find the proper offsets, I use those jigs instead of trying to hold the saw in place while making the proper mark. It really speeds up clamping the guide strip, and takes a little bit of the mental gymnastics out of setting up the cut.
Clear, simple, intuitive and very useful info. Super ideas for a straight cut. Thank you for the idea with insulation and how to carry...also how to make and accordion from insulation.
Great video!
Awesome! Love the rigid floor idea! Fixes my problem of not being able to reach across the plywood pieces! Thanks a bunch!😀
Happy to help!
I made my own tracksaw if you will. A straight edge, you can use metal or wood. Eight feet long and screwed on to a piece of hard board from the bottom up. Take your saw, I have a Home Depot Rigid Wormsaw, so it cuts on the left side. Your straight edge is a fence, run the saw along the fence using your favorite blade and cut the extra hardboard off. Now you have a fool proof track with which to cut down large sheets of wood. Put your new track across the sheet you are going to cut with the edge at where you want to cut from side to side. Clamp it in place and as long as you use the same saw blade it will cut on that line. I have been using mine for years and it is always accurate. It cost me little to make and took very little time to do.
I made mine so that it is double sided. The other side, once again using the same blade in my DeWalt Jigsaw, I can put that edge where I want to cut and it is also very accurate. I did exactly the same with the Jigsaw as I did with my Worm. Just run my Jig along the straight edge fence and cut off the additional hardboard.
First time viewer - wow - shop tips and instructional videos don't get better than this. To the point, accurate, professional, and engaging. I"m subscribing right now. THANK YOU for posting as you do, and sharing your expertise with us.
Welcome aboard, and thank you for the comment! FYI, I have more videos coming out soon as well as our first full online course.
@@TrainingHandsAcademy outstanding; I look forward to seeing it!
To be honest, those manufactures should ask you to do all their products presentation and training videos. Awsome job!
Wow, thanks!
Great tips - about to buy and cut some ply, think I'll pickup one of those carriers. Buying a Dewalt track saw was one of the best investments I made - quick and perfect cuts everytime (not cheap though). if you can't afford that I'd check out the kreg sled.
Great video, especially on how to clamp some wood quickly, always struggle with getting that setup just right and check it 3-4x every time, this should help a lot!
Appreciate the clear directions and helpful hints.
Thank you for watching.
This is the first video I see from you, and was enough for subscribe immediately.. Pretty nice, fluid, smooth and clear explanation..!! Kudos man..
Thank you Carlos, welcome aboard!
Me too!
Fantastic! I just panicked realizing I only have a circular saw and need to rip plywood lengthwise. Thank you.
Thanks for your video on plywood. Very helpful for a newbie.
Thanks for the comment!
When cutting long lengths I always check where I am standing or kneeling and plan ahead so that when I move position I do not lose concentration on the cutting process. Sometimes it is just better to stop the saw, move position and then start the saw again and continue the cut. The electrical lead also must not get caught up so allow plenty of slack and position it conveniently for a long cut.
Thanks for sharing that great information! Cheers!
Great video!!! I was cutting a sheet of plywood with my new Table saw with no support on either side and it got jammed halfway through I thought the Table saw was garbage but no it was pinching like you stated---obviously I need to have a tablesaw Table capable of supporting big sheets on both sides
Good info, thank you! one thing though; how do you reposition your body when the cut is longer than you can safely reach? You kept cutting away during those bits.
Great no.3 option,these I want use for my cutting plywood...thanks for tips and great useful explaination...stay safe
Great tutorial! I really appreciate the basic instructions.
Never occurred to me to use a sheet of insulation. That’s brilliant!
Great tips and tricks. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge.
Glad you enjoyed it Richard! Have a blessed day!
Great information and guidance. Thanks
This was such an incredibly helpful video
I'm so glad you found value in it.
Extremely clear video. Awesome job. Thanks.