Cutting straight lines with a circular saw can be a challenge. A saw guide can solve that problem. Materials:
Protective eyewear
Circular saw
Ruler or measuring tape
1/4" plywood for base
3/4" plywood or hardwood for fence
Drill and drill bits
Screws
- Put on protective eyewear before making cuts with any type of power saw.
- Cut 3/4" plywood or hardwood to a width of 12" for the guide's fence (figure A).
- Cut the 1/4" plywood to the exact length of the fence.
- Attach the fence perpendicular to the bottom of the 1/4" plywood, using a power drill and screws (figure B). If the screws protrude, file or sand them down to protect your hands.
- Any plywood that extends more than 6" to the right of the fence is excess material. Cut it off with the circular saw (figure C).
- Screw or clamp the finished guide in place before using it.
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