RotoZip GP8 1/8-Inch Guide Point Drywall Cutting Zip Bit, 8-Pack

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After you’ve cut your drywall to size and cut out any spots for lights or outlets using the methods listed above, attach the sheets of drywall to the studs and framing of your walls with drywall screws. Much like a utility knife, a drywall or jab saw is great for small, straight cuts into drywall. That being said, it can do rough curved cuts, you’ll just have to be quite careful.

Circular saws can only really cut straight lines, so measure and mark your board, and then slowly guide your circular saw along the cut. It can also be handy to use a piece of foam insulation underneath so you don’t have to use sawhorses (this tip actually works for cutting any sheet goods!). How To Choose Which Drywall Tool Is Right For You ToolYou will absolutely want to wear a great mask anytime you’re working with drywall – it’s one of the finest particles out there. So fine, in fact, that if you’re going to be doing drywall cleanup with a shopvac, you’ll need a specialty bag.

A jigsaw is a very versatile tool – it’s probably one of the most used in my collection. You’ll want to think about all the ways you can use a jigsaw before purchasing one. In other words, don’t buy it just to cut drywall…think about all the other uses too! To use a multitool to cut drywall, align your blade with the mark of where you want to cut on your drywall. Then, slowly squeeze the tool to start cutting- faster is not better. Use as much speed as you need to get through the material, and no more. You’re not going to be able to find a specific drywall blade for your circular saw – no manufacturer is going to put one out because it’s just the wrong tool for the job. With that being said, I’d use a fine-finish blade if you HAVE to use a circular saw. How To Use A Circular Saw To Cut Drywall Before you hang any of your drywall, you want to make sure that the power to any electrical boxes you’ll be near is turned off.As with any project, measure twice (or three times, or four to be safe) and cut once. Drywall is messy, and the less dust you expose yourself to, the better. When To Use A Utility Knife or Razor Knife to Cut Drywall If you’re planning a big drywalling job, a spiral saw can save you tons of time, especially when cutting openings like for an electrical box or hanging a light fixture. When To Use Spiral Saw or Rotozip to Cut Drywall If you’re working with drywall that is already hung on your wall, make sure to be aware of how far you are inserting your saw into the wall – you definitely don’t want to poke through the other side! If you want one tool to do pretty much all your drywall cuts, a spiral saw or Rotozip is the perfect choice. It’s great at plunge cuts, freehand cuts, cut-outs, circular cuts, and pretty much anything else. You’ll likely still want a good utility knife ( like this one I mentioned above), but those two together make a great pair. What To Look For In A Spiral Saw or Rotozip to Cut Drywall I chose to go with the Ryobi Cordless Orbital Jig Saw (after the one pictured above died during a silicone caulk accident…don’t ask haha) because it’s a great price and works with my existing tools and batteries – but whatever you manufacturer you choose, you’ll be just fine. They all make fantastic jigsaws!

Pretty much every drywall job could benefit from a razor knife or utility knife – there’s nothing better for scoring a straight line on drywall, and then snapping it for a clean cut.Jigsaws are pretty intuitive to use, but I’ve found they’re best when starting from the edge of material, or within a pre-cut plunge hole – they don’t do plunge cuts very well. And start slow – remember, more speed isn’t better! #7: Hole Saw Cutter With that being said, circular saws definitely shouldn’t be your first choice – using a circular saw to cut drywall will produce a TON of dust, and other tools can do it better. But, if it’s what you have on hand, it can certainly be done in a pinch. When To Use A Circular Saw to Cut Drywall With that being said, if you’re a perfectionist (or just don’t trust your freehand circle cutting skills), hole saws can definitely come in handy. When To Use A Hole Saw Cutter to Cut Drywall When you’re choosing your handheld drywall saw, look for one that has a sharp and pointed tip, like this one. This will make it easier for you to get the saw into the drywall in the first place and can save you from having to drill a starting hole in the drywall for your saw. If you want to ensure a great fit and have a little more to spend, a respirator like this is a great investment.

An ergonomic handle (I bought the cheaper version with a terrible handle and will definitely upgrade if/when this one wears out) The blades on most handheld drywall saws are longer than what you’d generally need. I’ve not used them, but I know you can also find retractable drywall saws, like this one, that allow you to extend the blade only as far out as you need for your project. #3: Oscillating Multitool If you think you’re going to use it A LOT, consider upgrading to the brushless model – it’ll work cooler and last a lot longer Circular saws should really only be used to cut drywall if you have no other tools available. While yes, it can cut, it’s not going to give you a great result and the amount of dust created is unneccesary. What To Look For In A Circular Saw Used To Cut Drywall If I was going to cut down larger sheets of drywall or cut through huge openings, I’d definitely reach for a power tool, but for 99% of my drywall needs, the simple drywall saw is perfect. What To Look For In A Handheld Drywall Saw

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Also called a keyhole saw, a compass saw, or a jab saw, a handheld drywall saw is what I usually reach for when it comes time to cut through existing drywall. It usually leaves a pretty rough cut, but for small jobs, it’s almost never worth it for me to go searching for (yet another) power tool – the drywall saw gets it done. When To Use A Handheld Drywall Saw Reciprocating saws are probably a little overpowered for drywall work, but they can certainly help you get the job done – especially if you use a specialty drywall blade like this instead of a normal reciprocating saw blade. I wouldn’t buy a reciprocating saw just to cut drywall, but if you already have one on hand, purchasing a drywall blade can help you get even more use out of your existing tool. Once you’ve scored one side of your drywall, turn the board over and add some gentle pressure along the scoreline – it should cleanly break away. #2: Keyhole Saw, Compass Saw, Jab Saw, or Drywall Saw (Handheld Drywall Saws) First, ask yourself if you have ANY other tools that can do the job – if so, use those. If not, forge ahead, but make sure you’re in a well-ventilated space and have lots of safety equipment and a stellar mask on.