My Top 7 Miter Saw Tips for Beginners.

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  • My Top 7 Mitre Saw Basics for Beginners. Having a Mitre Saw in your workshop is one of those ‘must-have’ tools. For me, l use the mitre saw on practically every woodworking project l undertake. Having said that, it can also be one of the most dangerous tools in the shop so it must be given the respect it deserves.
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  • @diyforknuckleheads
    @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +148

    G'day Folks. I love my Mitre Saw! It's over 12 years old....l use it on basically every project that l undertake... and is still cutting like a Demon! The mitre saw is one of those must-have tools that as well as being incredibly useful, it can be extremely dangerous so PLEASE take the time have a look at these tips. You'll be glad you did! Cheers 👍🇦🇺😁

    • @elgringoec
      @elgringoec 3 года назад +5

      I know, I know, it says "for beginners". But I was curious. My oldest one is thirty years old, Makita. It's a heavy little bugger and rates a permanent roost in the shop. For portable units I picked up a Delta and habba frate sliding. Then I have some two dozen other types of saws tucked about here and there. Plus other cool stuff I've picked up over a lifetime. Nevertheless, I picked up a handy trick - that angle at the bottom of the stop block. I have a habit of wiping and/or blowing the deck clean between cuts so it hasn't been an issue that's called out to me before but no doubt it has to save me some cleaning effort. And your Australian mannerisms are a real hoot to us colonists here on the flip side. 😆 G'day mate!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +5

      @@elgringoec Thanks mate....really appreciate the feedback from a bloke who has some experience 👍 Have a good one 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @thinkr8142
      @thinkr8142 3 года назад

      Why not do tip 3 on tip 7 and put a line on the jig :-)
      Although I personally would not do it, it is good for many beginners...

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      @@thinkr8142 Yeah it's a good idea Peter 👍

    • @bviljoen980
      @bviljoen980 3 года назад +1

      Qàaà

  • @brendastorm1111
    @brendastorm1111 2 года назад +64

    My 93 year old dad is a master carpenter. He thinks you're absolutely hilarious. He wishes all new woodworkers would watch you. Save a lot of ER visits.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад +4

      Hahahahaha....Hi Brenda....glad your dad likes the vids 😁 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @leprechaun7667
      @leprechaun7667 10 месяцев назад +3

      Master Carpenter 🤦‍♂️🤣🤣🤣 Dude he's just a Carpenter albeit a good one maybe! I'm 65yrs a Carpenter I'll still outdo most......I'm no master! You'll always be learning and never master

    • @applejacks8160
      @applejacks8160 8 дней назад

      @@leprechaun7667 a “Master Carpenter” refers to the level of skill you are at, heck, you are probably a Master as well. Take the title with pride.

  • @jeffphillipssr4239
    @jeffphillipssr4239 Год назад +305

    After watching the video advert i was still skeptical. But when i finally downloaded the plans ruclips.net/user/postUgkxZF0EMnrujZvqHhGkxiz559uIABJWR9TG i was very impressed. The whole plan was just as you said in the video. Thank you very much. I now have a large and valuable collection for my woodworks. This is great!

  • @andresarroyo6596
    @andresarroyo6596 3 года назад +160

    You're like the teacher that a kid admired because you make learning fun! First time watcher, I'm hooked👏👏👏!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +7

      Thanks Andres!!!!! Really appreciate the comment mate. 👍👍👍👍😁🇦🇺🎄🎄🎄

    • @debster1073
      @debster1073 3 года назад +3

      Same

    • @jonniringodingo
      @jonniringodingo 2 года назад +1

      Absolutely accurate assessment!

    • @rasheshshah6810
      @rasheshshah6810 2 года назад +1

      No Drama

    • @Mouse6677
      @Mouse6677 2 года назад +3

      Listen to this guy...IF I had Teachers like this I would of done a lot better in life 😝....So TOP TIP KNACKERS!!!!!!

  • @the_teknomads
    @the_teknomads 5 месяцев назад +3

    This Gents enthusiasm is pleasantly infectious.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  5 месяцев назад

      Cheers mate....thanks for taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺🎄

  • @Daz555Daz
    @Daz555Daz 3 года назад +55

    My bonus tip.
    If you are trying to cut a piece which is slightly too wide for your mitre saw, you can effectively increase the cutting width of your saw by placing your piece on top of another to raise it towards the wider part of the blade. For example - my small mitre saw has a 125mm max cut but if I place my piece on top of some 15mm board I can cut 140mm wide pieces comfortably.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +8

      👍..Good tip Daz! 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @markp8295
      @markp8295 2 года назад +4

      Great tip.
      Thank you.

    • @n40tom
      @n40tom 10 месяцев назад

      That is a great tip . Another thing that you can do is lift the front of the piece while the rear-end remains tight against the back fence. It might sound dangerous but I've done it hundreds of times. Just be careful

    • @chipperkeithmgb
      @chipperkeithmgb Месяц назад

      Yes saw norm do that

  • @wild_away
    @wild_away 3 года назад +17

    G'day Uncle Knacker! I moved to Australia 2 years ago from South Korea and am making career as a carpenter, and I'm learning heaps from your videos! not only carpentry but an aussie accent and a bit of sense of humor of uncle as well😂 what a beautiful educational channel! Keep up good work and appreciate it!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +2

      Thanks heaps S.C 👍🇦🇺🇦🇺 Great effort coming from Korea and getting stuck into carpentry....all the best with it mate! I'm sure you'll do really well 👍 Thanks for watching 👍🇦🇺😁

    • @jill-of-all-trades
      @jill-of-all-trades 3 года назад +1

      Struth mate, that’s awesome! 🤣🤣🤣

    • @katlescraftpatch9605
      @katlescraftpatch9605 3 года назад +1

      안영하세요! I am learning Korean by myself at the moment. I hope you enjoy learning here in Australia!

    • @IsaKocoglu
      @IsaKocoglu 3 года назад +1

      Good on ya mate! 🇰🇷😁🇦🇺

    • @David_P132
      @David_P132 3 года назад +1

      Good luck to you in Australia.

  • @christopherguiliano4104
    @christopherguiliano4104 2 года назад +1

    You have the best Dad jokes! That was funny!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      😂....Cheers Chris!....glad you liked it mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @CrazyOneCanuck
    @CrazyOneCanuck Год назад +1

    The zero clearance and the tool to hold small pieces? That was the icing on the cake!

  • @nicholascaldwell6079
    @nicholascaldwell6079 3 года назад +56

    First decent explanation of what a zero-clearance plate actually does that I’ve seen online.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +2

      That's great! Thanks for that Nicholas and for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @nicholascaldwell6079
      @nicholascaldwell6079 3 года назад

      @@the_original_skytiger sadly yeah most videos seem to assume you’d already know

    • @speckulator7516
      @speckulator7516 3 года назад +3

      It also shows you exactly where the blade is going to cut. On most projects that is more important than a tiny bit of tear out.

    • @stewartbourke
      @stewartbourke 2 года назад

      Really great tip on the zero-clearance plate - so simple but effective. Really enjoy your delivery too...

  • @lorinewton1
    @lorinewton1 3 года назад +7

    I’ve been using my mitre saw for 5 years without knowing any of this! Thank you!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      No worries Lori! Glad you found the video useful 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @tommyopdahl4604
    @tommyopdahl4604 2 года назад +1

    That's actually the most useful tips I've ever seen 👍

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Thanks Tommy! Really appreciate the comment mate 👍👍

  • @buckmcdaniel8631
    @buckmcdaniel8631 Год назад +1

    Thanks for the tips. I just watched for maybe the third or fourth time, LOL.

  • @marydalrymple4237
    @marydalrymple4237 3 года назад +8

    I'm a beginner, thanks for the helpful tips. you crack me up!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      👍😁..Cheers Mary! Glad you liked the vid 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @gwarlow
    @gwarlow 3 года назад +25

    The 45 degree notch in the stop block: shear genius. Cheers.

  • @savagehadoken6828
    @savagehadoken6828 2 года назад +1

    Excellent advice mate and the dad jokes are epic, keep em coming 👍

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад +1

      Cheers mate! Glad you liked the video and thanks for taking the time to leave some feedback 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @f.demascio1857
    @f.demascio1857 2 года назад +2

    I love your attitude. The accent makes it even more.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Awesome! Cheers for that mate...appreciate the feedback and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @vikasgrover1981
    @vikasgrover1981 2 года назад +3

    I am getting started in the world of miter saw woodworking but so far you are my favorite presenter. Great videos!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Fantastic! Thanks for that Vikas. Glad you find the videos useful mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @jesuswasacarpenter
    @jesuswasacarpenter 3 года назад +9

    Your since of humor and overall vibration is so high! Thad bit with the red nail polish and calling out all your woodworking buddies by name = 😂😅👏

  • @n40tom
    @n40tom 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you I am going to make that hold down jig soon as I finish my coffee.

  • @TheDarkmanification
    @TheDarkmanification 3 года назад +1

    Just brought a mitre saw and am keen to get woodworking,. This video was easy to follow, warm amd funny, and informative without being patronising. Following! Thanks buddy!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Awesome, thank you H.M! Glad you found it useful and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @dianahardy5922
    @dianahardy5922 3 года назад +28

    I love the way you've CLEARLY explained everything (and made it funny and memorable). I appreciate the professional quality of this video which I've used in the research for my new miter saw.😃

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      👍😁...Cheers Diana! Really appreciate the feedback and l'glad that l could help in some way 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @andrewpeterson7633
    @andrewpeterson7633 2 года назад +8

    Only just started looking at beginner mitre saw projects, this one came up in the top 3. Since its based on Tips, this is a very essential video for those who are either accident prone, have issues with directions (do not like reading manuals or books) and finally to learn some super simple tips to make your life a lot easier, cheers mate!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      No worries at all Andrew! Thanks for taking the time to watch mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @bobketteringham4779
    @bobketteringham4779 16 дней назад

    I am a beginner woodworker at 71 years old. Your tips are a great aid. Thank you!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  16 дней назад

      Thanks Bob! Glad you found the video useful mate and thanks for taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @ChubbyUnicorn
    @ChubbyUnicorn 2 года назад

    very helpful! that 45 degree cut on a stopblock tip is priceless!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      No worries at all mate! Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @specialk6984
    @specialk6984 3 года назад +10

    Thanks, that nail polish excuse helped me out loads. Now if you could just come up with a reason I've got lipstick and high heels in my tool box I'd be in the clear!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      😂😂😂.....I'll look into it mate 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @specialk6984
      @specialk6984 3 года назад

      @@diyforknuckleheads 😂 thanks.

    • @debster1073
      @debster1073 3 года назад +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @davidgriffith912
      @davidgriffith912 3 года назад +1

      Too many secrets ha

    • @adamwilks
      @adamwilks 3 года назад +1

      I always say the lipstick is for marking where the door catch hits the door frame, when morticing the strike plate. 😂

  • @jamishep
    @jamishep 3 года назад +3

    Great tips Shane. When someone with 20 or 30 years of experience gives tips on their tools of trade, smart people listen! I listened AND took notes 😆

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Smart man Jamie 😁.....Thanks for watching mate 👍🇦🇺😁

    • @jamishep
      @jamishep 3 года назад +1

      Thanks Shane, wish I could return the favour, so if you ever need tips on how to manage an acutely psychotic violent offender, flick me a msg 😁

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      @@jamishep 😂😂...no worries mate...will do 👍👍

  • @kellyjean4981
    @kellyjean4981 2 года назад +2

    I have been binge watching videos on mitre saw jigs. They all look so fancy and need many extra tools to create them. Your ideas are simple and exactly what I need. Thank you for the great tutorial

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад +1

      My pleasure Kelly! Glad you found the video useful and thanks for taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @GotEmAll1337
    @GotEmAll1337 2 года назад +1

    That little 45° notch tip was brilliant!

  • @AllThingsMech
    @AllThingsMech Год назад +5

    Great video. FYI, these are called miter saws here in the states as well - the term "chop saw" typically refers to a metal cutting saw with an abrasive wheel. I've never heard anyone here use the two names interchangeably, although I'm sure it happens.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад +1

      Thanks mate....appreciate the feedback 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @davejohnson5278
      @davejohnson5278 5 месяцев назад

      I only knew it as a chopsaw until I went to purchase my own. While shopping for one, I asked about the pros and cons of the different brands of chop saws. Fortunately, the guy I was talking to was an old woodworker and knew I was talking about a miter saw. Most new, younger woodworkers, I think, only know it as a miter saw.

  • @MrManAmong
    @MrManAmong 3 года назад +14

    Got my first miter saw this summer and I love it. These tips were invaluable. Thank you!!!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      No worries at all mate! Glad you found it useful and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @anthonygreen9609
    @anthonygreen9609 3 года назад +1

    Another brilliant and very useful video.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Thanks Anthony!....appreciate the comment mate 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @peternewman7940
    @peternewman7940 Год назад

    Sound advice and excellent safety. Saws don't take hostages.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад

      👍😁....Very true Peter....thanks for watching mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @dagored4077
    @dagored4077 3 года назад +3

    I love the Fame on the wall. 'Measure twice, cut once' Great video as always.
    Cheers!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Hahahhahha....yeah that frame is a little constant reminder for me Brian 😂 Glad you like the video mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @douglafferty7688
    @douglafferty7688 3 года назад +11

    As a relative newbie to the usage and safety aspects of the mitre saw, I cant thankyou enough for sharing theses invaluable and intuitive tips. Thankyou again...brilliant vid!!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Doug!...glad you found useful mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @JonMaynard
    @JonMaynard 2 года назад

    The little cut out on the bottom corner of the stop block is genius!

  • @martyquisenberry1740
    @martyquisenberry1740 2 года назад

    excellent illustrations combined with wit and humor. demonstrations very helpful, practical

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Thanks Marty! Appreciate you taking the time to watch mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @andrebartels1690
    @andrebartels1690 2 года назад +15

    Once again, your tips are good as gold. I especially love the jigs and hints for safe material handling 👍
    I'd like to add one small tip: If you find yourself cutting longer pieces, like fence boards or such, place another support under the far end of your piece, so it won't fall down when the saw is through.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Andre and good tip too mate 👍👍😁🇦🇺

  • @Richie5480
    @Richie5480 3 года назад +20

    When they bring their hand across the saw, it’s called a cross cut, LOL 😆.

  • @stephenquirke9466
    @stephenquirke9466 3 года назад +1

    You were the first diy guy I watched. Built a shed based on your advice and on your saw horses. Seven years ago. Where did that go. Great video uncle knackers.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Cheers Stephen and thanks for sticking around Soooooo long! Really appreciate the support mate 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @aquatarkus2022
    @aquatarkus2022 Год назад

    Back for a second viewing. The jigs are a great help!

  • @katlescraftpatch9605
    @katlescraftpatch9605 3 года назад +6

    Top job on this video Uncle Knackers! This is so informative. Love it!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Thanks Katie! Glad you found it useful....appreciate the feedback 👍 Cheers 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @DanielinLaTuna
    @DanielinLaTuna 3 года назад +29

    Tip number 1-1/2: unless you have a good sawdust collecting system, a dust mask!

  • @billofalltrades1468
    @billofalltrades1468 3 года назад

    Great tips, especially the stop block tip about letting the blade stop.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Cheers Bill! Glad you found it useful mate 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @billofalltrades1468
      @billofalltrades1468 3 года назад

      @@diyforknuckleheads i always wondered why they did that in videos.

  • @paultavener825
    @paultavener825 3 года назад

    Very useful and presented with great humour

  • @IsaKocoglu
    @IsaKocoglu 3 года назад +8

    Great tips KnackeeEeEEEeersssahhh!
    I am especially in love with the dowel and zero-clearance base and back! I have to go and make meself one once I get the shop up and running!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Cheers Isa! Give it a go mate....you'll be glad you did 👍 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @GardenKatt
    @GardenKatt 3 года назад +3

    I just started woodworking this year and have had all these issues. Thank you so much for your help.

  • @luisbernardez4853
    @luisbernardez4853 Год назад

    You're one hell of a teacher my good man!!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад +1

      Cheers Luis....appreciate the feedback mate 👍😁🇦🇺🎄

  • @alesizzz1
    @alesizzz1 28 дней назад

    Always enjoyable to watch your videos. Well done

  • @thebasement7620
    @thebasement7620 3 года назад +10

    Great idea about the fence extension.. wish I had seen this a week ago would have made my project much easier -- well done..

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Cheers Todd.....glad you liked it mate and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @G_Threepwood
    @G_Threepwood 3 года назад +6

    Thanks mate, I learned a lot from this video. I'll definitely be making myself a zero clearance plate

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      No worries Max....yeah go for the zero clearance plate mate....makes world of difference! Have a good weekend 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @billbrown3720
    @billbrown3720 3 года назад +1

    Excellent!!!👍

  • @sonnyjimm23
    @sonnyjimm23 Год назад

    He's the Dr Karl of the Workshop. 👍 Brilliant.

  • @rjserra5535
    @rjserra5535 2 года назад +4

    Thanks for the good ideas. I did not read through the comments below, but just in case no one suggested it I thought that I would mention the following:
    1) You could improve your vee block for holding round dowels by gluing sand paper on the flats inside the vee.
    2) When cutting the angle at the bottom corner of the stop block cut it at a compound angle so that the face of the cut is chamfered away from the fence. (I would suggest 60° to a sharp leading edge on the angle cut.) This would direct sawdust away from the fence as you slid the next piece of wood into the stop. It will save you from huffing and puffing as you make successive cuts.
    G'day from up here in the Northern Hemisphere.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      G'day R.J 👍 Great ideas mate.....l'll have to implement those 👍 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @Sparkykab
    @Sparkykab 3 года назад +3

    Loving the channel, this video has helped me decide I need to buy a Mitre - great tip Knackerrrrrrrrrsssss!!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Good stuff Kev!...go out and get one mate..they're awesome 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @wesman6445
    @wesman6445 2 года назад

    I started watching this guy because he talks like an old video game I used to play on the Playstation 2. Ty the Tasmaian Tiger. Now I can't get enough. 👍

  • @Any_Halfs
    @Any_Halfs 3 года назад

    Number 7 is the one I was waiting for

  • @wesleymallin9509
    @wesleymallin9509 3 года назад +11

    Once again you're a genius. I've been woodworking for years and never had need of a mitre saw other than rough cutting. Started doing finer work and was really disappointed with the accuracy of my new saw. This puts me back on track so I can get on and make the things in my head. Loving the presentation style and a no-nonsense approach. Top work fella.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      👍.....Thanks Wes........appreciate the comment mate 😊👍

    • @ctrlaltdebug
      @ctrlaltdebug 2 года назад

      I got a mitre saw first, and regret not getting a table saw first.

  • @jill-of-all-trades
    @jill-of-all-trades 3 года назад +8

    You bloody beaut mate. Great tips. Thx!
    (It’s a “sliver”: Snakes slither but miter saws sliver.)

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +4

      Hahahahahaha...yeah,.....bit of a faux pas there....Got my "ithers" mixed up with my "ivers" 😂 Thanks for watching 👍🇦🇺😁

    • @jill-of-all-trades
      @jill-of-all-trades 3 года назад

      DIYForKnuckleheads 🤣🤣🤣

  • @randyedgar1968
    @randyedgar1968 2 месяца назад

    You are fun to watch and are a great teacher.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 месяца назад

      Thanks Randy! Appreciate the feedback mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @Dallas_the_III
    @Dallas_the_III Год назад

    Love the zero clearance idea! Great stuff

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад

      👍😁....Cheers Dallas! Thanks for watching mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @jessemiller8818
    @jessemiller8818 3 года назад +12

    Thanks for this one! My brother-in-law just asked me if I wanted his old Miter Saw! Perfect timing.

  • @XAnonymousGuyX1
    @XAnonymousGuyX1 3 года назад +4

    I’ve got a 12” dewalt miter saw that’s about 10yrs old and also done thousands of cuts. Still going strong. They’re great machines.

  • @chriswilliams5498
    @chriswilliams5498 9 месяцев назад

    Just had a "ahaaaa" moment watching this. Been struggling to get clean cuts, and not too keen with doing the small cuts. Thanks Knackers. Love ur work.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  9 месяцев назад

      No worries at all Chris! Thanks for taking the time to watch mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @ahmetalizebrs
    @ahmetalizebrs 2 года назад

    that 45 degree trick is just priceless , thank you SIR!

  • @PMA85H
    @PMA85H 3 года назад +14

    Good tips, but I would point out that, when using a stop block, ALWAYS hold the workpiece on the same side as the stop block. If you don't you are creating a pinch point between the blade and the stop block.. Doing this eliminates the need for waiting after every cut because the waste side of the lumber is free to move away from the blade unhindered.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +3

      Good point Joseph but sometimes the piece is to close to the blade to safely do that 👍 Thanks for watching mate and for the constructive feedback. Cheers 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @budtox5144
      @budtox5144 2 года назад +2

      Like he said, If you wait for the brake to kick in and the blade to stop before you lift the saw up its always pushing the piece against the fence. So as long as its not twisted its not going anywhere.

    • @martvogt7019
      @martvogt7019 2 года назад +1

      ? New to chop saw use, but could you push the piece that is in your left hand against the side of the blade while the teeth are below it to act as an additional brake to stop the blade which would lessen the time before one could lift the stopped blade safely?

    • @pearljam_1
      @pearljam_1 6 месяцев назад

      ​@@martvogt7019 Once you pinch the blade, regardless of where the teeth are, it can send pieces flying. The friction against the sides of the blade is what causes the pieces to be thrown, not the teeth.

  • @hjnPhilly31
    @hjnPhilly31 3 года назад +66

    Bonus extension fence tip: If you have a spare speed square, you can just use that as the stop block on your extension fence.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +10

      Spot on!....thanks mate....great tip 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @davidelliott5843
      @davidelliott5843 3 года назад +8

      A 1cm batten glued you your stop block let’s it sit on your extended fence. Much easier to clamp in place.

    • @FirstLast-om8li
      @FirstLast-om8li 3 года назад +3

      @@davidelliott5843 yeah that's what I do just use one of those quick clamps to clamp the square to it. EDIT: oops meant @OP

    • @chubbinator35
      @chubbinator35 2 года назад +5

      I just use the clamp as a stop block...

  • @anthonypaynter828
    @anthonypaynter828 Год назад

    Very useful tips, especially the zero tolerance fence. Thanks very much.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад

      Glad it was helpful Anthony! Appreciate the feedback mate 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @anthonypaynter828
      @anthonypaynter828 Год назад

      @@diyforknuckleheads Any ideas how to make a jig so I can cut a length of Ash that’s 30mm wide x 65mm x 300mm. I need to halve it lengthways down the 30mm part. So it’s only 15mm less the width of the blade.

    • @anthonypaynter828
      @anthonypaynter828 Год назад

      I haven’t got a table saw!

  • @antoniowade3318
    @antoniowade3318 11 месяцев назад

    Outstanding video, I really enjoyed your humor and safety protocol .. Thanks again, Wade Out.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  11 месяцев назад

      No worries at all mate! Glad you found it useful and thanks for taking the time to watch. Cheers 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @andrewrice2820
    @andrewrice2820 3 года назад +21

    Absolutely genius mucka,,,great tips delivered with a great sense of humour,,, thoroughly enjoyed so well done indeed !!... :)

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +2

      Thanks Andrew....really appreciate the comment mate 👍. Have yourself a great weekend👍🇦🇺😁

  • @DadcraftColorado
    @DadcraftColorado 3 года назад +3

    I'm from the US and I call it a mitre saw!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Yeah l've heard you guys use both terms so l thought l'd better Chop Saw in.....people can be pretty picky on RUclips 😂

    • @emceeboogieboots1608
      @emceeboogieboots1608 3 года назад +1

      But you spell it mitre not miter? Are you really from the US! Or is your spell checker set to UK English 😁

  • @lsieu
    @lsieu Год назад

    I REALLY appreciate this video. I just bought my first compound miter saw. All of these tips are wealth of the right kind of information! Thank you!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад +1

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks fir watching and for the feedback 👍😁 Good luck with the new saw 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @lsieu
      @lsieu Год назад

      @DIYForKnuckleheads Thank you! I'm headed for Home Depot tomorrow to buy wood for the fences. I especially liked the advice about preventing tear outs. ..now...where did I put my red fingernail polish?

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад +1

      @@lsieu Good luck with fence....and the nail polish! 😁 👍

  • @gullu1276
    @gullu1276 Год назад

    thanks u 👍👍👍✌️✌️✌️ for amazing work on RUclips

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад +1

      My pleasure Gullu! Appreciate your support 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @rabie4x4
    @rabie4x4 3 года назад +6

    An old carpenter once told me the original term was "shop saw" as these were commonly found in wood working shops rather than out in the field like more portable circular saws. Along the way a lot of people, (including me), just started calling them "chop saws" for some reason.

    • @markbrowning4334
      @markbrowning4334 2 года назад +1

      I've always heard "chop". It makes sense. You're chopping off a section of product.

  • @suziemack7269
    @suziemack7269 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for these great tips. I recently got a saw and am a bit scared when using it, but these tips have been great. (New subscriber!)

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Thanks Suzie!....glad to help👍 Thanks for watching and for the Sub!.....much appreciated 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @someguyontheinternet-
      @someguyontheinternet- 3 года назад

      Being scared of a powered saw means you're much more intelligent than some of the guys I've worked with.

  • @heyjoe56
    @heyjoe56 2 года назад +1

    Just bought a mitre saw, why the hell I haven't till now is crazy. Great tips and a pleasure to view 👍

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Well done Joe!...You'll love it mate 👍 Thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @justicekragiel
    @justicekragiel 2 года назад

    This one earned you a follow. Bought my first miter saw today and all of these tips will come in handy. Thank you!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад +1

      Thanks J.K. and good luck with the Miter Saw 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @johnluther161
    @johnluther161 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for putting safety first in your videos! Hearing protection and Glasses are so often neglected in these DIY videos. I loved your jig in tip number seven for holding small pieces near the blade. I have unsuccessfully tried several variants of “holding sticks” and look forward to trying your version.
    BTW - Do you have to tune your miter saw to maintain a perfect 90 degree vertical and horizontal cut ie., no bevel and perfectly square?
    Thanks for the video! Well done mate!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      Thanks John!....appreciate the comment mate. I think l've been lucky with my saw....l've had it for a long time and have never had the need to adjust it for square. Have a good one mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @jriis2010
    @jriis2010 3 года назад +4

    Again another excellent video for an absolute beginner wood worker as myself. How on earth did you come up with the corner cut on that stop block. Great tip !! :-)

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Jan 👍👍 Glad l could be of assistance mate......the corner cut came from trial and error 😊 Have a good one 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @familymanof6169
    @familymanof6169 9 месяцев назад +1

    I'm 65 years young and new to woodworking. I accidently came across this fellow the other week and I keep coming back to his site for woodworking information. He is very serious and injury conscious while at the same time being very comical and educational!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  9 месяцев назад +1

      👍😁....Cheers mate! Welcome aboard 👍😁🇦🇺

    • @familymanof6169
      @familymanof6169 9 месяцев назад

      @@diyforknuckleheads Thank you, Suscribed, Love your channel!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  8 месяцев назад

      @@familymanof6169 Thanks mate 👍😁

  • @EasyRico99
    @EasyRico99 3 года назад

    Thank you. Your tips for this rookie earned you a new subscriber.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      👍 Awesome! Thanks for the sub!......much appreciated. Hope you can stick around for more 😊

  • @JuiceBanger1
    @JuiceBanger1 3 года назад +15

    Ohhh, a removable zero clearance plate by setting on. Never heard this one b4

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +2

      Yep 👍👍 Thanks for watching mate 👍😁👍🇦🇺

  • @BombayPotnoodle
    @BombayPotnoodle 6 месяцев назад

    So simple and so brilliant. Thank you :)

  • @sanjivnaik6865
    @sanjivnaik6865 2 года назад

    Great tip regarding zero clearance 👍

  • @johnbiggscr
    @johnbiggscr 3 года назад +3

    I’m totally new to woodworking but looking at that dowel jig I wondered if it would be worth making it kind of like the zero clearance plate. I thought I saw ripping on the dowel so could you have a longer jig to rest the dowel in, with a channel cut into it half way along, that goes below the join of the V, to lessen ripping and to hold the dowel piece you just cut?
    Would that work or am I missing something?

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +1

      Na that sounds like it would work John.....good tip 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @kuffyswoodwork
    @kuffyswoodwork 3 года назад +9

    I've lost count of the number of people I have threatened with instant dismissal from work (building roof trusses) because they are crossing their arms up as demonstrated in tip No. 2. They won't lose a thumb or a tip of a finger, they'll lose half their bloody arm! They insist on using their dominant hand to control the saw and pull the trigger. An explanation of what will happen to their arm along with the threat of dismissal is the only thing that stops them.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +3

      Kuffy, when l was a young bloke in the 80's we did a shit load of house frames around Sunbury and Taylors Lakes. Back in the day all the frames were stick frames so we had a guy come in to cut the studs. He was a professional who cut studs 8 hours a day, every day and that's how he used to cut!!!! It was mental.! Have a good one Mae 👍🇦🇺😁

    • @Jaji813
      @Jaji813 3 года назад +1

      Most likely they are left-handed. I find myself doing it sometimes. The left-hander's struggle is real ya'll!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад +2

      @@Jaji813 Being a left-hander Janette l know what you're talking about 👍

  • @elizabethmims568
    @elizabethmims568 2 года назад +1

    I’m so glad I have found you.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Welcome aboard Elizabeth 👍😁 Great to have you here 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @neo_nawaratintarapanich6209
    @neo_nawaratintarapanich6209 2 года назад

    Love to watch your VDO because I love Jürgen Klopp👍👍🤣🤣😄

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      Hahahahaha...who doesn't love the Klopp!😂 Did you see my Jurgen Klopp videos...here are the links 😂 ruclips.net/video/-CdnjsK-edI/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/lzKhKtCyHjY/видео.html 👍😁

  • @Kunfucious577
    @Kunfucious577 3 года назад +3

    There is so much common sense problem solving in home improvement. Im constantly say,"duh?" to myself.

  • @billmccluskey6294
    @billmccluskey6294 2 года назад

    Love the humour as well as the tips. Keep up the good work mate.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      👍😁...Cheers Bill....Thanks for watching the vids mate....really appreciate it 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @timpenner7858
    @timpenner7858 3 года назад +1

    You show that you are deeply conscious of simplicity and clarity, making your explanations idiot-proof but not idiot-oriented. Well done!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  3 года назад

      👍😁....Cheers Tim! Really appreciate the comment mate 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @jenahammond111
    @jenahammond111 Год назад

    Husband bought me a collapsible stand for my Dewalt mitre saw. Makes moving it so easy!

  • @Jkcreswell
    @Jkcreswell Год назад

    OMG the zero clearance plate is genius! Thank you so much for all of these tips!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Год назад

      No worries at all Jennifer....glad you found the vid useful 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @randallriley9320
    @randallriley9320 2 года назад

    Very practical and great entertainment value too!

  • @socrates2890
    @socrates2890 Месяц назад

    All brilliant tips ... thank you!!! 🏆🙌🏼

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  Месяц назад

      No worries at all mate! gLAD you found them useful 👍🇦🇺😁

  • @craniumrex4614
    @craniumrex4614 6 дней назад

    New mitre saw user here - wow, amazing tips and so well presented. You’re educational and entertaining.
    Greetings from your Canadian cousin! 🇨🇦

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  5 дней назад +1

      Thanks mate....glad you found it useful. I'm actually putting out a Mitre Saw Masterclass in about a month or so. If you're interested stay tuned to the Channel for Launch details. Cheers 😁🇦🇺👍

  • @belvagriffin317
    @belvagriffin317 2 года назад

    I absolutely love your video because you make learning fun.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад

      👍😁....Thanks Belva! Appreciate you taking the time to watch 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @rladublin1
    @rladublin1 6 месяцев назад

    I just bought a mitre saw and am so glad to have found your videos.

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  6 месяцев назад

      Excellent! Good luck with the new Mitre Saw 👍😁🇦🇺

  • @robertwoods4070
    @robertwoods4070 2 года назад

    Definitely will take on board some of your useful tips, thanks for sharing......👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @emmkaa2099
    @emmkaa2099 2 года назад

    LOL, I stopped what I was doing to make that "push a tiny piece of wood" jig you made. Thank you so much!

    • @diyforknuckleheads
      @diyforknuckleheads  2 года назад +1

      👍😁...Well done Emm....glad you liked it and thanks for watching 👍😁🇦🇺