How to cut plaster and lath for a new electrical box / outlet

[@Lvlover-mq1nl]

thank you lol been looking for some tricks online dealing with my first old home and have gone threw 2 blades on only a few holes fortunately it was plaster board but knowing how to deal with lath is just as important

[@keithanderson413]

Just wanted to say thanks-very helpful video that helped a complete beginner like me!

[@mikevaldez30]

I use a rotozip with a tile bit then i use the oscillating tool with a wood bit works like a charm

[@bethpersons7134]

Thank you for giving me assurance cuz my greatest fear is compromising the plaster and I sure didn't want to remove the wall

[@davidmurphy4263]

Beautiful , Best way I have seen . Thank you for Sharing 8 - )

[@timv3065]

I use a multi tool with a carbide blade. Cuts through plaster and lathe like butter with less mess.

[@jarrydee2799]

I have found the even with carbide I was going through blades every 4 boxes I cut in.

[@Bradley-tx6ed]

been there use the carbide to get through the plaster then use a different bit or tool for the wood maybe a rotozip for the wood

[@Bradley-tx6ed]

sometimes if the lathe is dry and brittle it works fine but hydrated lathe will smoke carbide blades out all day

[@wesharrison6360]

@@Bradley-tx6ed Well, you cut the plaster only with carbide grit blade, then use plunge blade for the lathe...easy peasy

[@TheCrusades1099]

Better way than chisel! Thanks!!!

[@BurtBowers]

There must be different types of lath plaster I know my 1950s home has thick 1-1/2" depth wall of sand gritt wall then a plaster board behind that.

[@chromerims]

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