Since the hole in my cabinet was actually a little wider than the height of the doors, I wanted to be able to re-use the center frame piece to build out the cabinet frame to the correct width. So I had to find a way to cut it out without wrecking the wood (or MDF as it turned...
Plywood or foam board Saw or utility knife Sandpaper (if using wood) Glue or adhesive strips Ruler or straight edge How do I measure my drawer for dividers? Measure the inside width, depth, and height of your drawer. Ensure you measure twice for accuracy. Use these measurements to cut your...
Score the cut line.Instead of marking the cut line with a pencil, score a line with a sharp knife. The knife cuts through the facing so the saw doesn't have to. The result is a super clean edge. You can score the sheet on both sides if necessary. When cutting with a circular saw...
The lead screw of the three axes is a lead screw with a diameter of 6mm and a pitch of 1mm. This lead screw can be used to cut the required length from the long lead screw sold in the hardware store for the decoration of the ceiling. The resistance and clearance should be small, an...
When building a custom laminate countertop, the standard process is to cut the laminate a little large, then mount it to your substrate (usually particleboard or MDF) and trim it precisely to fit with a router and flush-cutting bit. This bit has a bearing (much like a skateboard wheel be...
Cut this to length using a handsaw. The edge of the saw blade is guided by the end of the shorter pre-cut length. Use the shooting board to clean up the saw cuts. Repeat these steps so that you end up with the four sides of the box, accurately cut to length and square on the ...
If there were some non-full tiles required for the particular sheet, I would use a utility knife to cut the backing and completely separate the non-full tiles from the sheet. Using this strategy, I would cut tiles individually and would not have to wet the entire tile sheet. It was actu...
Cut your fabric panels to size, keeping in mind the dimensions of your headboard. Next, cut your foam strips to match the size of your wooden planks. Use an X-Acto knife for precision cutting. Step 2: Attach the Foam to the Planks ...
Use a simple miter box and saw to cut your frame pieces to size. Join them with wood glue and finishing nails for a sturdy build. Don’t forget to sand and paint or stain your frame for a professional finish. With these steps, you’ll craft beautiful frames that are both cost-...
Tip: Check out the As-Is area at IKEA to find a door you can use. Just chop it into pieces with a circular saw making sure to cut as straight as possible (we clamped a steel ruler in place to cut along). Obviously, the measurements for this additional piece will vary depending on ...