View Full Version : Cutting a hole???
newb420
10-10-2006, 01:19 AM
Can anyone tell me how you could cut a circular hole in the center of a flat piece of wood. Is this really hard or am I just really high and having problems thinking?
the yeag
10-10-2006, 01:34 AM
well after you draw out your circle use a jig saw, a sawzall, or even a skill saw....it is very easy..but considering you posted this, mabye try a hand saw..drill a hole big enough for the blade and start cutting
invision
10-10-2006, 01:42 AM
jigsaw is the easiest way you simply drill a hle big enough for the blade to fit and cut your circle
TheGreenFog
10-10-2006, 02:10 AM
Depends what size hole you are making. :) If it is 1/2" or smaller, like for wires or something, you can get a "boring drill bit." That works beautifully for small holes. If you dont have anything else, and you are trying to make a bigger hole, you can still use this drill bit to make several holes around the edge of your big hole, then shave off the rest with a hand saw! It's not as precise as a jigsaw, but not everyone has one of them, and trust me, you can even screw it up worse if you let that get away from you.
Happy drilling! Dont get bored! I crack myself up...:p
TGF
Edit: They also make "saws" that attach to a drill that will make a 4" hole or larger even. They're not dirt cheap but maybe worth it. I'll try to find a pic to post.
TheGreenFog
10-10-2006, 02:18 AM
They are called "hole saws" oddly enough.
the yeag
10-10-2006, 02:55 AM
damn fog..nice job you should work at home depot.
BlueBear
10-10-2006, 03:20 PM
Yeh, use the hole saws my self, have about 15 of them, come in handy. Invest in some if you are going to be a cab grower, they are really a good tool to make things so much easier.
Adieu
oturbojoeo4o
10-10-2006, 03:41 PM
+1 for the holesaw makes perfect intake holes for PVC tubing
:)
jamstigator
10-16-2006, 11:02 AM
Ebay has holesaw kits pretty cheap; that's where I got mine. Bigger selection and better prices than I saw at Home Depot. Although it's possible that I got a cheap kit that won't stand up to rigorous long-term use. But that wasn't a concern for me, since I just needed to drill like half a dozen holes total, and it was totally fine for that.
TheGreenFog
10-17-2006, 12:08 AM
damn fog..nice job you should work at home depot.
LOL. I forgot about this thread. Hope you got your hole woes solved, newb420.
No, I dont work at HD. Not even close. Love building stuff tho. :D
TGF
HighOnPottery
10-17-2006, 12:28 AM
holesaws can be very pricy depending on the quality. i suggest a general-purpose cutting tool, like a jigsaw, which can be used for straight cuts as well as curved ones. if you are on a budget you can get a cheap jigsaw at like walmart or something, i've seen some for like $15 at Kragen Auto of all places. if you aren't a carpenter who uses his tools daily, you won't be needing a heavy-duty tool. maybe spend a dollar more and get some eye protection, too. :D
TheGreenFog
10-17-2006, 01:24 AM
DEFINITELY EYE PROTECTION! Safety first! Good post, highonpottery. That deserves a :clap: or two :clap::clap:
That wouid SUCK to grow plants you can't see. :(
TGF
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