Oscillating Multi-Tool Tips And Tricks

[@preacher1775]

After viewing numerous videos about multi tool, I wholehearted believe this is, by far, the most informative and helpful! Thanks a mil!

[@JacqueCRISCOsd]

Definitely. Above all, I think this highlights how silly most oscillating tool comparison videos are. Where someone is ripping 2x4s as fast as possible. It’s clearly a finesse tool for most use cases.

[@leebarker539]

An artist is someone who knows how their material behaves. Obviously, that is you. This is a valuable video and I agree with the commenter who said "you are a great teacher." There are thousands, maybe more, videos which are total junk. Yours is golden. Onward!

[@enduringcharm]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@bradman1100]

for a diy learner like me, this is brilliant. great teacher. 11 out of 10.

[@janpeterson21]

Thanks so much! I’m feeling more confident that, as a woman who loves to craft and try small woodworking projects, I can use this tool. Excellent tutorial!

[@susanpalmer5598]

I've been procrastinating on finishing a soffit over my kitchen cabinets I installed because there was a piece of molding in the way that has been there over 50 years and painted in etc. Felt it would really make a mess of my ceiling etc. After some research I bough my Dewalt with battery and watched this video that was so helpful and built my confidence to proceed. I'll be finishing my soffit today! It also touched on topics that are so useful, such as the nail removal, not messing up your sheet rock, and removing grout. Thanks for the help!

[@grb024]

I’m going to echo others’ comments: I’ve watched many videos on multi-tool use, as I’m new to this tool, and yours is at the top of the heap. Great tips. Thank you!

[@dianedesrosiers2057]

Love it. Thanks. Just bought one yesterday. And your trucs are great.

[@paulmaguire3594]

This is what I wish most instructional videos were like. As an introduction to the tool and its uses, I can't imagine a better start. Thanks for this.

[@enduringcharm]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mikeh4800]

Thank you for producing this show. I have learned in 20 minuets what would have taken me years of using the tool.

[@grb024]

First time in any multi-tool inst video I’ve heard the tip of flipping the tool over, and your explanation why made me palm-slap my forehead. Invaluable!

[@Fernando.Vivanco]

The trick on cutting a line first and then cutting deeper was awesome. Thanks, felt like my Dad teaching me something haha 👍🏻

[@tcruz86]

Great tips. Super instructor. As a retired US Army Officer, your method of instruction is just like how we trained our soldiers. Attention to details and safety best practices. Excellent!!! Thank you sur👍🏽

[@enduringcharm]

Well, I was Navy, and attention to detail was a primary factor in boot camp as well!

[@ngeltz]

Nice demonstration.

[@pbouska]

I have used multi-tools for years and I know how to use them in different settings but I still found your video very useful. Thanks for sharing your experience and insights with us.

[@1nteract1ve]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. You’re a good teacher. It’s unfortunate that the tool manufacturers don’t produce this kind of informative content to help us use tools more effectively.

[@JohnLovell-FTW]

My wife bought this multi-tool for me for some projects. Thanks for this video chocked full of great tips on using it successfully.

[@DavidHodgesKU11]

As a trim carpenter my cordless XR is one of my most used tools. Absolutely love it. Pro Tip for those expensive ass blades. With the right file it is extremely easy to cut new teeth and reuse those blades. Especially if you are using them for rough work or demos.

[@davidderolph2845]

I had never owned or used an oscillating tool until about 2 1/2 years ago when I removed some carpet and installed wood flooring and realized I needed to shorten the bottom end of casing around doors so that I could fit the flooring under the door casing to achieve a neat, clean look. By now, I've found numerous other uses for the tool. For example, I recently installed a recessed cabinet in a wall in a bathroom. I used my oscillating tool to cut through some 2x4 lumber that had to be removed to make room for the cabinet. Your tips are completely consistent with my experience.

[@ericvanzeyl4483]

Just bought my first mulit tool. And your tips are very good. I am currenting building a house, and my rotozip for plug outlets is very unstable. I think that this technique you showed will help me get cleaner cuts.. Thanks.

[@Iolis]

Just what I was looking for. Thank you for sharing these most useful tips.

[@dannymurphy1779]

Best multitool video on KZbin!

[@asyntheticsound]

i’ve worked at a pawn shop dealing with tools for three years, but i never knew how to really use them beyond testing their basic functionality. i just got a multi tool for home projects, and this video is beyond helpful!!

[@forbidden_jutsu]

Finally found some wise advice, thank you.

[@adamcoe]

Picking up that same Dewalt this week, really appreciate the tip of turning over the tool! Makes tons of sense but I likely would not have thought of it on my own. I've never owned one of these before, excited to see what it can do!

[@BrianSmith-ow9gy]

Lovely vid by a lovely man. Every word is a quietly authoritative pearl. Made such a nice change to hear an American tradesman who clearly knows what he is doing, explaining stuff without needing to sound like a teen age skateboarder. (Speaking of words, I didn't realise Americans used "bugger" as in "bugger up" etc. thought it was just us Brits.) Enjoyed the vid immensely, made me want to go out and buy a multi-tool, something I'd always shied away from (didn't believe they worked till now).

[@enduringcharm]

Very kind words, indeed! Glad it was helpful.

[@kenmills8228]

Yes I thought "bugger up" was a British term ,didn't think Americans used it in that context

[@Lolo-mx4sc]

Remember you can save a few $$$ by sharpening/renewing your blades with a triangle file. Just take your time. It really does work. Great video BTW. Thanks

[@Wildcat5181]

I mostly use a semicircular blade, but I use straight blades to.

[@sluggo5260]

Good video. I liked the tip about flipping the tool over to better see the blade for more accurate cuts.

[@CarlGreen01]

This was such an informative video that I couldn’t just ‘like’ it ….. I have to comment and say thank you very much …..

[@Wonkabar007]

Got my first multitool on order, so watching this masterclass video will save me from making rookie mistakes 👍

[@outlookfix6859]

Very well done. This video shows the difference between a master pro teaching you vs. an armature. Thank you I learned a lot. Well done.

[@AboutThings_byTarif]

This is one of the best "tips" videos I've ever watched. Tips are practical, personal, different, applicable to many situations. Well done sir and thank you for all the effort.

[@me37594]

Good info I just got one that was my dad's he just passed.I never seen one before had no idea what it was almost threw it away. Thanks for sharing

[@enduringcharm]

Sorry to hear about your dad. That's a useful tool, though, and something you might use in the future.

[@me37594]

@@enduringcharm thanks

[@zita-lein]

Loved this! Thanks for not yelling. ❤️

[@stevemiller2957]

Thank you for these tips, just got my first multi tool and will be following your advice. Thanks again.

[@SuperBardley]

Thanks for sharing. One of your points that I feel deserves serious emphasis is the challenge of heat build up. Heat is what kills the blades and fast. Your scribe the line first, bulk cut second method is one that I use, but I approach that in a more refined manner: Just because one can plunge cut doesn't mean that one must do so; plunging is just another feature of the tool that is most useful when space limitations force us to plunge. Instead, my experience shows that this tool needs to make cuts similarly to how a router is used in multiple shallow passes in order to clear the waste material from the kerf, otherwise the waste cannot get adequately cleared and heats up the blade, which then softens and dulls it. That may be why some of us get mixed results with that drywall blade; trying to plunge it just jams up the waste and creates major friction on the large faces of the blade. Instead, light back and forth passes will work well with its radiused edge to push the waste up and away to the surface of the sheetrock. Here's my tip for those who, like me often work on lath and plaster walls, which are very different from sheetrock: I cut lath and plaster with the carbide grit grout blade because it is very tough and the carbide grit cuts a kerf wider than the blade body. The wider kerf allows the high sand content waste to move out more easily and this prevents heat build up and the blades last many times longer.

[@enduringcharm]

Yes, heat is a blade killer for all types of saws. Also true of drill bits.

[@johnchampion7819]

I've just bought a multitool and found your tips very helpful. Many thanks.

[@karento8098]

I just bought one of these to do some Reno work in my bathroom. Having never used this tool, I found your video very helpful. Thanks!

[@karend.9218]

It’s a great tool. Bought it for myself f4om an infomercial I was watching on my birthday, 10 years ago. Used it so many times since.

[@drago8613]

I bought one to use for repairing water damage on window frames outside. I have never used one. Not so scary after watching this video.

[@mjs3343]

Great camera work! Also, I like your detailed instructions and reasoning with pros and cons. I'm a retired professional engineer and appreciate your attention to detail and thorough instruction. I just subscribed to your channel.

[@enduringcharm]

Awesome, thank you!

[@corinachan8533]

Invaluable tips for a new beginner. Thanks so much.

[@tariqbokhari6435]

Indeed you are a very good teacher. Thanks!

[@orsoncart9441]

I have just bought a multi tool. Thanks for all the great tips.

[@Jeremy64444]

Just to say thanks. I had a very awkward job, where the bottom of an old door was catching a new carpet. I didn't want to remove hinges , because the screws would probably not grip, when refastened. I practiced your tips on old timber first and then did the job, came out perfect and saved me from dealing with a future sagging door. The tool I used was Erbaur 300watt corded. I choose this over battery, because I will probably use it , three or four times a year and the battery will just die, sitting unused. Thanks, you saved me a fortune..

[@enduringcharm]

That's great--glad to hear it!

[@rorycampbell6146]

I bought one of these tools a couple of years ago and until now, I could n't really see the value of it. Now, it makes sense, so thanks for that and I will be using it much more from now on

[@willarmstrong398]

That first tip is genius man. Don't care what you say. I just got my first Dewault and that will probably save me some money as a new diy woodworker-. Good video. Thanks.

[@cojimar54]

I had never seen so accurate review! Thanks

[@Fishstycz]

Useful tips, thanks. One of my first applications with my multi tool was removing carpeting from the inside of a small cabin boat. I used the scraper blade with astonishingly fast results. I can strongly recommend having one in the arsenal.

[@robscaife589]

Great video, thanks. I've found the scraper blade to be the perfect tool during a bathroom reno to break the seal between the vanity and the wall so I wouldn't damage the wall pulling the old vanity away. Also, loosening the caulked baseboard without damaging the drywall. In both cases the attachments came away cleanly with no tears or gouges in the drywall surface. Also, I'd suggest that homeowners using the tool occasionally buy the corded version, not the battery powered tool. Cheaper, and it will work just as well in 10 years. For someone in the trades or a heavy user the convenience of a battery version will probably make up for the cost and relatively short lifespan of batteries.

[@enduringcharm]

I agree, there are tradeoffs going with battery operated versions. I have both, and I'll grab the battery version for quick work. But, if I know I'll be using the tool all day. then the corded version may be a better choice.

[@artvandelay1099]

Great video. Great tips. I would add just this: if you need to cut a nail, a bi-metal blade is fine, if you absolutely can't avoid cutting a screw, be absolutely sure to change to a dedicated metal cutting blade. Then cut as you described. Going at a screw with a wood or bi-metal blade can ruin the blade instantly. This tip applies to reciprocating saw blades as well. The best thing you can do is remove the screw entirely, or use an angle grinder to cut the screw instead.

[@enduringcharm]

Yes, a lot of people don't realize that some screws are made with a harder, more brittle metal than nails. Drywall screws are a good example. They will ruin blades in short order, so I'll usually try to reverse then out or snap them off from the side with a hammer.

[@kevinxxx1387]

THANK YOU! I bought my first multi-tool a few days ago (I'll probably use it first today) and the FIRST THREE hings you showed are the first three things I'll need to do.

[@vereferreus5262]

Finally a usefull tip weather to get the expensive blades or not...And many more useful tips on the multi-tool. Top!

[@ilive4livemusic]

I’ve watched a lot of multi-tool tips videos and even so you made a lot of points none of the others did. Well done. New sub.

[@FullersDuck]

I really enjoyed that, my friend. I’ve just bought my first multi tool after having had a Dremel for thirty years. I’m looking forward to getting it and using it. I also enjoyed hearing an American use the phrase ‘bugger up’ - I thought that only us Brits used it :-). Happy to subscribe, and keep up the good work.

[@enduringcharm]

That's great. Don't give up on your Dremel, it still has plenty of uses, but the multitool has really become a must-have for carpenters.

[@FullersDuck]

@@enduringcharm Quick question - have you ever used a pocket hole jig? And if you have, are you a fan?

[@enduringcharm]

Actually, I have an older video on that subject! See below. Pocket hole joinery has it's place. For quick face frames on cabinets or built-in installations it can work quite well. I wouldn't use it for high-end furniture or anything that shows, but it can work in many other instances. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ-xanmclNmUm9E

[@youcanthide004]

FANTASTIC VIDEO!!!!

[@murphyr31]

I’m in need of this particular tool, I’m going to purchase one of them tomorrow in fact and found your video to be a good introduction and quite informative. Thanks for taking the time to film this video, it has certainly been helpful to me.

[@CharlesBrodheadIII]

Very much appreciate your thoroughness, thanks!

[@scabberdoug]

This is a great video, very comprehensive and easy to understand. Thanks for your work.

[@enduringcharm]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johngodwin4586]

Good video, all tips seem obvious as you're going through, but collectively well worth it . I luv the use of the English idiom "Bugger up ", not heard it used by American's unless they have some UK connection..

[@stellarhodes4162]

Excellent instruction: clear, concise, and ai learned a lot. Thx!

[@HotRod751717]

Great explanations with great video close ups! I need to cut a small rotted section of an eve so I can replace it with an equivalent piece of plywood. Watching you easily cut through the 2" x 4" convinced me that the oscillating multi-tool would be the best tool for that job. Thanks very much!

[@danchandler9381]

Round blade is good during tongue and groove floor repair. When you are removing a damaged plank, round blade helps you avoid accidentally cutting into the neighboring planks.

[@bethanyjolee]

Oh wow!! I'm getting ready to do this and that is exactly the type of tip I needed. Thank you!!

[@jr4750jr]

What a great video and very exploratory. Thank you very much. Cheers from Brisbane Australia.

[@richardhardaker4586]

Excellent video. Good demonstrations and intelligent observations and tips. Very grateful for things it would have taken me time to figure out and not sure I would ever have thought of using tool 'upside down'!

[@graememcdonald1547]

Excellent teaching. I learned a lot today. Regards from Brisbane Australia. 😀

[@tomflyinghat9122]

A great video for a complete novice like me. Very helpful thanks.

[@danalaniz7314]

Thanks! The tips are great and the whole video is really informative and your demonstrations are really clear. I love the tip about pointing the cutting edge backward when storing.

[@STohme]

A very instructive and interesting video. Many thanks.

[@MzVee106]

Thanks for all of the great information...I just received mine and am glad to have these tips before getting started on cutting some drywall wall.

[@iancollins8794]

Hello from the UK...thanks for the tips, just got one of these so all very useful. Have subscribed.

[@OhSoCheesy]

I've found that Diablo blades last the longest when it comes to cutting metal. I think Project Farm here on KZbin did a test back when I got my multitool and found they lasted a LOT longer and that has been my experience as well.

[@quinnkemp3654]

great job explaining everything! You seem very knowledgeable.

[@philarsenault8537]

Thank you John for sharing your experience and skills. My take away is that don’t be afraid to try new things after of course you see how the experts do these things. I appreciate you taking the time to train us neophytes!

[@gregheath2024]

Excellent, understandable and helpful video. Thank you.

[@corneliuslinneball9982]

Very nice explanation and tips

[@mikewilley732]

Your the first video I saw going to great detail on how to use the tool ..home depot has theses kit like 7 tools and this is one of them had no clue what it did.....thank you

[@enduringcharm]

I use mine almost every day--honestly, I don't know how we survived without them.

[@daxinventor3542]

Good job. To learn something new every day is wise.

[@jitendrarajgor8560]

Very well explained and super easy to understand super job buddy kind regards and thanks

[@brucewilliams6292]

I appreciate the video. These are things one wouldn't think about in the heat of the moment. I'll pay more attention in the future.

[@laverdajota8089]

I have had two parts of my life , before multitool and after multitool, best bit of kit I have (Makita)

[@davidburne9477]

Used to ride my brother’s Jota a fair bit........30 years on he still has it and it’s going back together after a Redax engine rebuild. On the subject of multi-tools, I bought one recently as overhead sanding by hand of my window frames was killing me. With the sanding attachment I achieved more in half an hour than I had in the previous 6 hours....used a few sheets, but still better than by hand.

[@laverdajota8089]

DB , the Jota was always my dream bike when I was 15 , always wanted one, never happened , other things took over my life , but I can still remember the first one at full chat down our road , me and my friend rushed down to see what it was . Still remember it , it was a silver one , then after that all I did was dream of having one , ah well , never mind . Enjoy playing with your multi tool.

[@raminybhatti5740]

So true. I bought one last year at the beginning of renovating my house, and 12 months on it's become my favourite tool ahead of my circular saw and a chop saw. It's so versatile.

[@erniehayden]

Excellent demonstration and discussion! Very useful!

[@kmwrites7456]

great demonstrations. Thank you.

[@oneanddonetzone3673]

Thank you well done! I’ve been wanting one of These saws for a while You’ve just helped Dewalt sell a product lol thank you again for your time well done!

[@chanwaichye1134]

Thanks for sharing, I am learning how to use the tool. Cheers.

[@michaellovell1368]

Some really great tips in here. Thanks for sharing

[@RuperScooper]

Great video so many tips and tricks and very well produced - The DIY crowd needs experts like you many thanks…

[@customer7903]

Thank you for taking the time to produce this video - really informative.

[@MichaelHarrisIreland]

Just bought one because I couldn't resist buying it from watching KZbin videos. Now at least I'll use it better, whenever. Tks, from Ireland. I know if I use it once or twice it will be worth it, I'm not a complete fool.

[@enduringcharm]

They become a necessary tool in short order!

[@jeffjones742]

Excellent tutorial 👌 great tips

[@jhollie8196]

Great video. Learned a lot from it

[@stephengrasser5478]

"bugger up" - my Dad's favourite expression!!

[@ghiagoo]

Thank you for the clean drywall cut tip. My electrician was quick and dirty with his cut. Need to clean it up, and repair the drywall

[@bekincai]

awesome video. these tips rock. thank you

[@e.samayoa3528]

Nice tips and tricks, thank you sir!

[@goodairin]

I needed to remove dried Gorilla Glue from a metal surface that I did not want to damage. After trying so many things, the scraper blade on my oscillating tool worked good. Thanks for the useful tips!

[@barbsahl1317]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@DavidHodgesKU11]

I use old blades to quickly and easily scrape up glue when removing glue down flooring. Works like a charm.

[@DavidHodgesKU11]

Don't throw out those old blades. They are extremely useful when repurposed.

[@watkinwilliams1]

Thanks for the video, just about to purchase one, your video is very informative thanks.

[@stephentaylor1568]

I used my new De Walt multi tool for the first time today after watching your tips and tricks video and was amazed at the results. Easy to follow and just as easy to put into practice. Many thanks.

[@enduringcharm]

Great to hear!

[@JM-sz4oi]

Nice video. I had to trim ceramic tile on a counter top to install a new stove. Straight piece of wood, double stick tape, for a nice straight cut, Bosch half-moon diamond blade, vacuum for the dust. Great result. In that exercise Bosch blade superior to two other brands.

[@enduringcharm]

That's a tricky cut! No going back if you screw up.

[@jesshothersall]

Thank you, that was a brilliant video. I learned a lot, as am about to buy one of these tools, now feel I'll get better use out of it, much appreciated video

[@jimmowers7675]

Great info. I’ve been doing things wrong. Thanks for the great tips.