Circular Saws
Yes, you can make cabinet-quality cuts with this much-maligned tool, by using these can't-miss tips.
We tested 10 electric 7¼" sidewinder-style models priced $90–$160 in search
of the ideal saw for your shop.
I need a 7¼” blade to cut 4×8’ sheets of plywood for cabinets. What style of portable circular saw blade will give me the best performance and the least amount of splintering?
My buddy was giving me a hard time the other day for using (what he called) a “sidewinder” circular saw instead of an inline one. What’s the difference?
Take a few minutes to build this cut-off jig in your shop, and you'll take accuracy with you anywhere.
Are these circ-saws-on-steroids worth their plump price tags? We test 5 models to find out.
If your circular saw leaves the shelf only to trim deck boards or knock down sheets of plywood to rough size, you're underutilizing it. You can also use it as a joinery tool for parts too unwieldy to dado on a tablesaw.
Tip of the Day
Tune-up tip for perfect planing
Give it routine maintenance like the tip below for glass smooth results board after board. When... read more