A 45 degree angle cut is a basic, essential cut for many woodworking and home improvement projects. Here’s how to make the cut using a circular saw.
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Cutting a 45 degree angle with a circular saw
A 45 degree cut is often required when joining two pieces of molding or when installing crown molding. It’s not as difficult as it may seem, and with a little practice, you’ll be able to cut perfect 45 degree angles every time. Here’s how to do it.
Set the blade of the saw to 45 degrees
Most modern circular saws have a bevel adjustment lever that is used to set the blade at the desired angle. If your saw does not have a bevel adjustment lever, you can still cut 45-degree angles with it by first tilting the base plate of the saw until the blade is at a 45-degree angle.
Once the blade is set to 45 degrees, you can make your cut in the same way as you would if you were making a 90-degree crosscut. Just align the blade with the mark on your workpiece and make sure that the base plate of the saw is flush against the surface of the workpiece. Then, start the saw and guide it along the line of your cut until you reach the end of your workpiece.
Place the board ’re cutting on a stable surface
Cutting 45 degree angles with a circular saw can be a little tricky, but with a little practice it’s not too difficult. Here are a few tips to help you get started:
-Place the board you’re cutting on a stable surface. If it’s not level, your cut will be crooked.
-Mark the cut line with a pencil or chalk. A sharp pencil will give you the most accurate line to follow.
-Measure the width of your saw blade, and make a mark at that distance from the cut line on both sides. This will be your guide for keeping the saw blade straight.
-Set your saw to 45 degrees and position the blade so that it’s just to one side of the board.
-Slowly lower the blade into the board, following your guide marks.
-As you get close to the end of the cut, slow down even more to avoid splintering the wood.
Cut the board along the marked line
OPTION ONE
Mark a line on the board where you want to make the cut.
Set the blade of your circular saw to cut at a 45-degree angle.
Line up the edge of the saw’s baseplate with the line you marked on the board.
Cut along the line.
Cutting a 45 degree angle with a miter saw
A miter saw is a power tool that can make accurate cross cuts and miter cuts. Miter cuts are cuts made at an angle, and are commonly used for trim work and molding. Miter saws can Cut Wood plastic, and metal.
Set the miter saw to 45 degrees
Most miter saws have a bevel adjustment lever or knob that can be turned to the left or right. For a 45-degree cut, you will need to set the saw to 45 degrees. To do this, find the bevel adjustment level or knob, and turn it until the blade is at a 45-degree angle.
Place the board you’re cutting on the saw’s surface
Before you cut, you need to make sure the board is properly secured on the surface of the saw. If it’s not, the board could slip and cause serious injury. Use a clamp to attach the board to the saw’s surface, and then adjust the blade so it’s at a 45 degree angle to the board.
Cut the board along the marked line
Support the board on a stable surface and cut along the marked line with a circular or handsaw, keeping the blade at a 45 degree angle to the board. If using a power saw, guide it along a straightedge clamped to the board.
