Step-by-Step Pictures and Instructions for Sawing Boards Freehand

By Jeff Gorton
Learn how to safely saw boards freehand, cut plywood with a straightedge guide and build a ripping jig for accurate cutting with a circular saw. Read an overview of how to use a circular saw.
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1. Secure the board for cutting lengthwise by nailing it to sawhorses. Position one finish nail at each end near the edge of the board and away from the path of the blade. Pound the nails flush to the surface.
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