Oscillating Tool Uses in the Woodwork Shop

Oscillating Tools are not common in most woodwork shops because they are used primarily in the DIY sector for various projects, especially flooring, but if you have one, there are some places they can work for you in the woodwork shop too, like cutting slots if you don't own a router and router table, cutting and trimming mortise slots is another great place, and just doing a lot of wood trimming, nail or protruding screws that need to be cut off and other odd jobs around the workshop that you often use other tools for, or struggle to find and easier way, it could be, the oscillating tool might be quicker, a handier tool for you to consider. In this video, we'll be looking at the best oscillating tool blades for use around your workshop!
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Oscillating Tool in the Woodwork Shop
0:00 Intro
0:17 Blade overview
1:19 Attaching different cutting blades
4:33 Cutting CNC tabs
5:37 Cutting through steel nail
7:19 Cutting through wood dowel
8:43 Cutting slots in natural wood or plywood
11:15 Cutting mortises with oscillating tool
10:24 Examining finished mortise cut
10:52 Conclusion and links to more oscillating tool tips

[@knecht105]

Watch my newest Oscillating Tool Tricks video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJWaoqtmd6d3fLM

[@mrlibowski493]

I remember when this guy coached Maximus Decimus Meridius before the games.

[@bklynff55]

LMFAO!!!!!!

[@jedidiahsun7400]

I logged in just to like this comment.

[@lorenzogabrieltan9072]

LOL!

[@sammobleyscottsdalerealtor6985]

OMG

[@makemarker]

Loool, well spotted

[@tomhill9833]

My Harbor freight multi tool has paid for itself many times. I originally bought it to cut some braces inside some kitchen cabinets where a chisel or jig saw would have meant destroying the joints and having to rebuild them. It was excellent for close spaces. Later, I had to put down 1,500 square feet of laminate vinyl plank flooring over a cement slab with 23 door openings. I used a scrap piece of the flooring to let the blade rest on, and cut the 46 door casings exactly the right height to allow the flooring to fit under them (I used up 4 blades, but it was well worth it). The tool was also very good at notching around corners, pipes, etc. Another use of the tool is using the scraper attachment to remove asphalt glue off a floor - it is MUCH easier than a floor scraper or a chisel. I still have the original tool I bought over eight years ago. Not all Harbor Freight tools are junk!

[@jesshothersall]

I bought some reclaimed wood block flooring with the tar glue still on, would this tool clean that off? The last lot I did with chisel and hammer, and it took weeks. I had thought I'd buy a small table saw, and shave off the tar glue, obviously along with a sliver of wood block, (but they're thick so there'd be plenty of depth left). Would the multitool be easier do you think, and if so, which blade please?

[@TheWoodStroker]

Yep, same exact story here. Well worth the few bucks it costs.

[@DavidSmith-fr1uz]

This is an unbelievably useful tool in home renovation and construction in general. You'll never run out of uses for it. I have a Fein Corded and a Makita battery powered. Well worth the investment.

[@Digging4evidence]

Thank you Colin for explaining the different situations that a multi oscillating tool can be used for. Might want to mention that those tools also offer grouting blades for tile grout and solid edge scraper blades for carefully removing tiles that you may need to save to reapply or keep for future projects. The smaller scraper blade is also very useful for removing caulking material from around window seals. The carbide one works great for copper lines that are difficult to get a saw blade in. Tip on getting a straight cut on those is to line up electrical tape at your cutoff point and wrap it carefully about 9 to 10 revolutions around the pipe. That gives a lip for the blade to ride as it cuts. Always fun to see what tips and tricks you offer. Thank you Colin. Sincerely, Beginner Wood Worker.

[@lisakelley9451]

I got an oscillating tool last summer when I was sheetrocking a new bedroom addition. I'm a totally novice DIY-er, and it really helped me clean up my cutouts for electrical outlets and switches! Thanks for suggesting we "think outside the box" with this handy little tool!

[@PaulScott_]

Thanks again Colin for sharing your experience and tips and tricks with us. My wife and I watched another maker on KZbin who put a regular hooked utility knife blade into the Oscillating tool and it cut carpet like a hot knife through butter. We were building a huge cat scratching post/house and it made easy work of cutting smooth curves and other shapes that we needed. You can buy a hooked blade that is made for oscillating tools which I will use in the future as the our blades sometimes fell out of the oscillating tool which was a pain. Note that with some tools with the adapters, the small holes in the utility knife blades actually fit some of the pins on the tool which help to secure it in.

[@larrybriggi9898]

Used mine last weekend to cut and old 1.5" copper pipe buried in between the studs under the kitchen sink. Used the sanding pad to clean it up before applying rubber coupling. Thanks for the video to expand our use.

[@mathmadedeadsimple]

"Electric chisel." This was my exact thought when I read that newer brushless models have trivial handling vibration. Been meaning to test out positions for optimal control, but now I don't have to spend time, blades, and wood 🙂. Also great idea with the hard plastic! Solves my other question of how to easily protect surfaces when making flush cuts.

[@rjtumble]

I use mine all the time and love it, but I've never thought about pointing the blade the way you did, great idea!

[@baconsledge]

Milwaukee Tool’s version is my favorite...it is an amazingly useful tool. Love it for cutting out temporary access holes in drywall. Cordless is worth it for the handiness of using it anywhere. Also used it as mentioned for cutting the tabs on CNC router projects!

[@nja3224]

Just used one for the first time while remodeling my bathroom. It is a must have. So many uses on all sorts of material with the right blade. It’s my new favorite tool.

[@goodairin]

Thank you for the quality overview. I just purchased a Craftsman oscillating tool and had never used one before. Your video gave me important information. You are appreciated!

[@louislandi938]

There are many knowledgeable people who are not blessed with the ability to teach. You have that gift and we’re lucky to have you! You explain in easy to follow words and do not ramble on. I own one of these tools but have never used it. Thanks to you, I will keep it near my bench. Thank you! ...Louis in NJ

[@jeffcanyafixiy]

I own the DeWalt dcs335 use it at work at least a couple times a week. Recently I've discovered it cuts lexan or plexiglass really well. With Covid-19 really had figure out ways to keep staff safe.

[@tracybrislin]

You are the best Colin! I was thinking about slots recently. You provided the solution! Ill use My Fein oscillating tool now thanks to you!

[@Peter-zu9wv]

I'm a boat builder and use mine every day for various functions. I've now got a few more to try. Thanks from the UK.

[@usrage0n]

Two points not mentioned, and possibly the most useful features, firstly, you can get a very good flush cut, and secondly, you can plunge cut without pilot holes. Love the channel Colin!

[@billytheweasel]

Plunge cuts with a sawzall are nasty. This looks much nicer.

[@starfishsystems]

The teeth have no set, which is very helpful in flush cutting.

[@LarryBinFL]

OMG! I have owned, and used, my oscillating tool for years on construction and demolition tasks, and NEVER thought to use it for some of the things you demo'ed today. Using it to cut down dowels gave me the thought of how much easier it would for cutting off the plugs for pocket screw holes compared to the flush cut Japanese style pull saw I have been using! I also liked the idea of using the thin blister-pack plastic as a surface protector; I usually just use gaffers tape (strong, thin, and residue free adhesives).

[@1pcfred]

My flexible flush cut Japanese pull saw trims dowels pretty good. If I'm doing that sort of work I'd never use an oscillating saw in its place.

[@lw7967]

I use a Kreg Jig all the time & that is a great idea for cutting off the plugs! Thanks. My old Harbor Freight oscillating tool (Chicago Tools Brand) is about 15 years old & still doing a great job. I am sure it was way less than $20. We use it for cutting out sheet rock, under doorways for flooring and trimming. For as cheap as they are, we all need one! It's not a battery operated one but still worth every penny!

[@shadowsonthecheap8361]

Great ideas as usual, Colin. Also, thank you for not deafening us with the motor noise which happens on many of these types of video.

[@willbrennan3840]

It’s not the motor that makes the noise it’s just how much the vibrate what they are cutting but that shit is deafening

[@gokblok]

@@willbrennan3840 it's definitely tool noise in most woodwork videos. It's deafening if you're wearing headphones. Kudos to Colin for muting that shit out.

[@DaffyDubzFPV]

One of the reasons I hate watching these types of videos, I think hes the only one to balance the sound. Which is sad considering the number of subscribers some of these channels have, its literally the easiest thing to do with any video editing software... also thanks for the tip on the plastic packaging!

[@thomasmelanson5852]

Is you watch made of wood ? And I really enjoy you tips videos

[@DMNKLR_official]

@@gokblok I believe that Will was speaking specifically to these oscillating tools. While most power tools are hella noisy, these osci tools are actually very quiet, until they start cutting, because then you just hear the sound of the blades interacting with the material (and friction + vibration = NOISY AF).

[@keithwoodcrest]

You said electric chisel and it really made it click in my head as to what this could be used for beyond removing nails and the common tasks. Great name for a band too lol

[@bwinston]

I was given one of these a while ago and it's just sat in a box in the shop because I couldn't really think of anything effective to use it for. I may blow the dust off it now! Thanks Colin!

[@mikecurtin9831]

This is my experience, too.

[@jum5238]

I had never even heard of this tool before a year and a half ago, when I paid a handyman to extend water lines and a sewer line from a laundry room out to the garage. Because it was cramped, I wasn't looking forward to try to use a razor knife to cut the sheetrock. He whips one of these tools out, and makes quick work of the sheetrock, and I'm like "What *IS* *THAT* tool?" He told me what it was, and I ran out and bought one. It sat there collecting dust. Then my neighbor comes over asking for a tool to help with cutting flooring near his tub, and I show him that tool, and he tries it, and he falls in love with it, and HE runs out and buys one. LOL.

[@bwinston]

@@jum5238 I think it's one of those things that is super useful but only when it's useful if that makes sense haha

[@tombauer5762]

I use mine all the time. Removing a piece of damaged siding is easy. Slide blade between the siding and cut the nails.

[@robertnicholson771]

I use mine with the carbide half-moon blade when setting tile. I use it to cut notches in the dried mortar for the leveler- spacers. Works great.

[@henryskinner1092]

I learn something new every time I watch you. Thank you Sir. Stay Safe and God Bless.

[@MrWayneploof]

I bought my oscillating tool over a year ago and maybe used it one time but now maybe I can get more use from it thanks for the video

[@bc8968]

An excellent way to describe it-automatic chisel. I had a root embedded in several pvc pipes recently, tried hard not to cut the pvc and yet get rid of the root. Would have been a great alternative choice to cut precisely around the pvc. Thanks Collin

[@t1mb0t]

Thanks for the new ideas, Colin. I just picked one of these up a few months ago and I use it all the time. I'm not sure how I got by without one before :)

[@sixty7sassyGirl]

As a newbie to home remodeling and repair and unfamiliar with many of tool operation thank you for your insight to using this tool in a way I have not seen demonstrated. I especially appreciate the short overview about the difference in wood cutting blade vs metal blade vs metal wood combo blade and how each cuts and why you will want to be sure to use the correct blade for the job. 👍

[@APJardine]

I love my oscillating tool - uses it for heaps of things inc sanding, and cutting plasterboard but plunge cutting second fix mostly. I can cut a very accurate 45 degree lap joint on existing skirting board for example by cutting a 45 degree block, placing it against the skirting and laying the blade of the tool against the block.

[@denniswhite166]

After un-bolting and removing a railing on my front porch I had four imbedded bolts protruding from the cement that had to be removed. Not wanting to mar the cement finish using a torch or reciprocating saw I purchased an Oscillating Tool from Harbor Freight (about $15). It did a quick and easy job of removing them. That was 5 years ago and I haven't used that tool since then. To me it was worth the $15 even if I never use it again. But like my Dad always said "You have to have the right tool for the job". Thanks Colin for showing us what other uses this tool is good for.

[@jamesanthony8438]

Bought mine for a specific job, too (walmart's Hyper Tough version of it). I break it out now and then when I'm bored because sometimes It's just fun to whittle on scraps with it. =)

[@MK-lh3xd]

I know this is an old post. Just curious. Could you not have simply used a hacksaw?

[@denniswhite166]

@@MK-lh3xd I wanted the bolts flush to the cement floor and leave no marring on the floor. So a hacksaw wouldn't have been able to do that. Also Just using a hacksaw blade would have marred the cement. My original post was 1 year ago and I still haven't used my Oscillating Tool since that first time.

[@MK-lh3xd]

@@denniswhite166 Makes sense. Thanks for replying.

[@paulramos6265]

I just bought one if these today for doing flooring and modification in my RV . I really enjoyed this video and if gave me an idea for some things to try of my own ! Thank you

[@charliegee5130]

The last two things I've used mine for 1) instant pocket hole plug (cut off 3/8" dowel in a pocket hole) 2) remove grout around a broken tile to easily remove the broken tile

[@ypres1917]

I just bought my first oscillating tool (Rockwell), good instruction and some nice tips here, thanks for posting!

[@curlytail55]

Thank you for introducing me to the multitool which I had no idea about until one was brought in for testing. Your video was so clear for me despite having hearing loss and you have a nice calm presentation.

[@mikekernjr5121]

It’s a great tool for cutting existing baseboard out when setting new cabinets against the wall. Cuts straight lines like cutting into butter.

[@jesshothersall]

Just about to build a fitted wardrobe and need to cut the skirting, your comment has come just in time! Thanks :)

[@sergiosotolongo7286]

This is a very underrated tool. It works great where you may need a grinder but you need to be careful. It allows for much more control and precision.

[@ralphlivingston894]

I thought that was great! I have Parkinson’s and using a chisel is… Challenging. I wondered if I could substitute an oscillating tool and you answered my exact question. Once again, thanks for making my woodworking easier and hopefully… Better.

[@jacksilverblue]

Wow! During an electronic door lock installation it was necessary to chisel into the wood to allow proper bolt operation, this video quickly came to mind and thus another job well done. Cheers!!

[@ToddfromCalifornia]

Good tips I recently bought one to under cut door jams for wood flooring but now I have other uses thanks

[@brettbarager9101]

I have been using mine for years and it is so handy for so many things . . . Even though I'm well aware that the blade angle can be adjusted . . . I never actually thought of it! Loved the demo. Duh me!

[@alexandermikhailov2481]

I've been using an oscillating tool for almost a decade now mostly in flooring installations. The tool is amazing but one word of advice from my experience. In my line of work it is important to be able to change the blade position without any tools really fast and have a lot of power. I tried multiple models and settled down on Bosch with StarLock GOP 55 as it checks all the boxes for me.

[@DMNKLR_official]

Finally, more and more companies are jumping on that bandwagon. It was a huge selling point, for me, when I bought my Dewalt one, earlier this year. Changing out blades is a super-quick and easy breeze.

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

I'm making a farmhouse-style end table and want to use those little z-clips to hold the table top down. I had resigned myself to buying some slot-cutting router bits but this video showed that could just as easily cut the slots with my oscillating tool. I'll buy the slot-cutting router bits in due time, but this will save me some money in the near term. I want to use some mortise and tenon joinery on the base of the workbench I want to build (for practice, if for nothing else) and I've gone back and forth on whether I will square up the mortise or round over the tenon. This video may have just ended the debate. Thanks for the tips, Colin. Well done.

[@mammothfilms]

Glad I watched this. I found one of those adapter plates on the floor the other day and had no idea what it was for. It must’ve fallen out when I was unboxing my fairly new oscillating tool.

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

I have limited storage space so I have temporarary/ permanen drawer. I have large pull out drawer. I store things that are unique. That has saved me stopping projectd. Things like cement chissels, funnels,electronic torque wrenches. At any given time I have.probabaly a.hundred things. This also stops things from getting thrown away.

[@ingotdearth]

Thanks, man! Never thought of that as an electric chisel before, nor knew about the angle change... just got one of these tools and now I have some other ideas of how to use it.

[@georgeburns7251]

Thank you. I bought one two years ago and haven't used it since. Forgot that I even had it. I think I'll try to find some uses for it.

[@woodylakkham4169]

I've owned a Makita one since 4-5 years ago. Now it will be used more often from now on especially as "electric chisel". Thanks for the ideas.

[@DEG1985]

Best teacher on the internet at this time, thank you for sharing your great knowledge with others, we appreciate the calm and detailed way of your videos. The other videos are very fast and you cannot retain what they are trying to teach.

[@willb1157]

Saw (lol) a great use of one of these Oscillating Tools recently. A guitar maker wanted to convert an acoustic guitar into a "bolt on" neck. He used the tool to take the neck off the body with hardly any gap (couple of mm max)by cutting the heel of the neck from the body. Was a beautiful clean job, even cut the fretboard under a fret where it met the body.. Lovely job, only made possible with a Japanese saw or...way faster, one of these. Time IS money. especially on you wooden watch!

[@deidremaria8910]

You have no idea what you've just done for me... THANK YOU!

[@kekoajk05]

I find myself pulling this thing out pretty frequently for finish carpentry applications, especially trim work... works great for flush cuts on relatively thin stock.. I’ve also used it with good results for following a template in plunge cuts, like cutting a new hole for in existing sheathing for windows.. pretty clean results if you can ride along a guide piece like a straight 2x4 or something.. Thanks for another great upload brother, don’t see much attention given to these things.. maybe not the most prized piece of a toolbox but handy little things nonetheless..

[@shawnr771]

I have been using mine to cut caulking between trim boards and walls. Even a dull blade works well.

[@jposton5235]

Thank you so much! I’m building my tool kit slowly so I have had to make do with few tools. This was super helpful.

[@sarahernandez8766]

‼️Thank you, I just got one, now I know I can use it on more ways than one ‼️

[@shaynecarter-murray3127]

Neat. I've always wondered what these were good for, and I just got a new tool set that included one. I had figured it would be must like the included flashlight and just sit on the shelf, but now I figure I'll get a lot of use out of it. Cutting slots looks easy with it.

[@andreacraik9757]

Ahhh.... Drill holes! Awesome, I'm restoring, up cycling an old chrome/Formica table. I've been held up on how to put a groove around the outside edge, for the wide chrome edge! This will do the trick.... Drill holes and my oscillation saw.... Thank you!

[@JeffreyWillis800]

Thank you for your video. Wow. I feel like I could learn so much from a teacher like you.

[@terrijefferson2962]

This worked out perfectly for me! i need to cut a slit into a piece of wood so I could insert a sign into it and I did it exactly as you showed! Thank you!

[@minicooperusaf4624]

I got one for Christmas, have yet to use . Thanks for the video!

[@HotRod751717]

Very informative video! I will using mine for the first time and will be cutting out a small area of water damaged wood on my house directly over my head. Thanks to your explanations I'll be able to take on that task soon. Thank you!

[@Lazarus-aap]

Thank you for this video! I have this tool, but I never use it, because I couldn't really find a use for it... Now I will definitely give it another try!

[@harryw9207]

Thanks for another great video. I have seen but never used one, but now I think I'll have to start pricing them out.

[@AndreiIR000]

Very nice tip with the plastic that prevents marring the wood!!! Thanks!

[@user-qg6fy4yp8t]

Thanks, i use my oscillator for different Jobs around the house. For woodworking I'm using it for s.o.s adjustments ( no more than 2 mm), and for making rough cuts. It can live burning marks.

[@LAP1050]

Mr. Libowski, Another set of good tips. The one using the plastic wrapping to protect surfaces is a real useful one. 👍 Thanks for sharing

[@jimmowers7675]

Good morning. Good idea, I never thought about that, and I have used mine may times. Thanks.

[@bazajow]

I am just a diyer from England and a pretty basic one. I have over time learnt an enormous amount from you about how not do it. I have now become quite competent with power tools and my wife is very pleased with the results. Many thanks for simply explaining the basics.

[@billytheweasel]

Wait, your wife is pleased with power tools? I, uh -did... nevermind

[@warrenscorner]

Works great if you’re installing flooring on top of old flooring and need to trim door jambs and casing. Cuts pvc pipe pretty good too.

[@American-Plague]

I use it for cutting old, existing PVC/CPVC all the time as when it gets old, it gets brittle and PVC cutters sometimes will shatter the pipe instead of cutting it cleanly.....then you're [possibly] in for a world of shit!

[@IsaKocoglu]

Good on ya Colin! Thank you for the advices you share with us.

[@amybrooke2467]

I love this wood working book *TopFineWoodworking. Com* . A few of the topics talked about in the book include wood working strategies, explanation on the development cycles of trees, and various lumber characteristics that craftsmen favor. I also provided my father another copy.

[@rosco1pug]

recently used mine to do a cutout to fit a petdoor in a hollow core external door, without removing the door. Made the job a lot easier, including trimming up the edges for a precise fit.

[@amybrooke2467]

*TopFineWoodworking. Com* is an amazing book about woodworking. I`m a graduate of a one-year carpentry course from a local tech college. Of all books I`ve read during my study about carpentry, I think this is the finest book I`ve read so far. It explains everything regarding woodworking as well as complements it with helpful photos.?

[@gregkimura5906]

Great tips on another use for my osc tool! Thanks for sharing.

[@martinschulz9381]

I saw a millwright at work using one of these yesterday...pretty amazing tool for just about any trade.

[@FieldGuidetoDIY]

Great tips as usual Colin. I especially liked the cardboard or packaging to protect wood.

[@ashagon]

Good video, I forget I even have one of these tools. I am going to start using it again.

[@rawalz1]

I use my oscillating tool everyday. Great video thanks for sharing

[@Thom4123]

In my opinion this is a must have tool weather you’re a DIYer or Pro this tool pays for itself quickly. It’s definitely a tool that you don’t relies how much it can do until you buy one. Awesome information. Take Care

[@FlashPaperGrind]

I discovered this when renovating my son's bedroom a few weeks ago! I was messing around with scrapers and other hand tools but frustration eventually bit me, so I went out and bought a DeWalt oscillating tool. Initially I felt like I had wasted money, but the second I turned it on, I knew that this thing would become my new favourite tool! took old paint off the walls, cut skirting, trimmed stubborn nails, cleaned up corners, cleaned up old cement on the floor etc etc etc. Definitely a tool with many uses and it deserves a spot in every tool cabinet!

[@ricdonato4328]

Hi Thom, In your sentence it should be whether not weather. Okay let us have some fun. Below, notice the list of words some sounding the same with unrelated meanings and usages spelled differently yet sounding almost identical: 1. Weather is about the climate. 2. Whether is used as a conjunction in our sentences and is usually used to introduce indirect questions, often dealing with choices between alternatives. is more about if. 3. Wether, it is a castrated ram. 4. Wither is used to describe ‘decay and gradual death’. 5. Withers. On a horse the ridge between his shoulder blades is more than the reference point for measuring height. English is much fun.

[@MM-ks7vs]

Thanks ! Very good information concerning my Fein oscilating tool!

[@MrFmiller]

Nothing better for cutting switch and outlet holes in drywall. Also great for cutting under jambs for flooring. I bought one when they first came out and ever since it has been the go to tool for tight spots.

[@rodneym1390]

Very good video. Straight to the point, easy to understand, and realistic use examples. Thanks!

[@jum5238]

Thanks Colin. I think there are more use cases you could have highlighted. For instance, I was cutting a piece of plywood recently, and had to cut 3/4" off either side, but not all the way down the length of the wood, and angling over at about a 35 degree angle. I used a table saw for the lengthy 3/4 in cuts, but the curvature of the blade prevented me going very close to the place where the angle cut would happen. Likewise, the small angle cut is traditionally handled with a jigsaw (or bandsaw if you have one), but in my case, I just saw the jigsaw blade curving and not making a perpendicular cut. My multi-tool has a wider blade, is stiffer, and I can cut from the middle of the cut to the outsides, and the closeness of the two sides of the cut help keep the blade from bending or flexing like a jigsaw blade would do, resulting in a cleaner cut. The slot example is great, and could be enlarged to be a square if one had to cut out the interior of a shape with straight edges. For instance to create an opening for an electrical box to be recessed on the side of a cart, or to custom chisel out some other shapes for molding around complex shapes, although a coping saw might be a good option there. Great idea about turning the blade sideways as it's easier to control that way. The multi-tool could also be used to clean up globs of dried glue pretty quickly. Thanks for the tip with the plastic or thin cardboard! I suppose someone will probably glue some sandpapaper to the end of a blade for narrow passage sanding if needed, or sanding down a small bit of flashing or bulging wood putty without sanding too far on either side. I'd be interested in hearing what other uses for a multi-tool exist!

[@bwinston]

Great additional info I'll definitely use some of those ideas! Plus glueing sandpaper to the back of the blade is pretty genius, I've seen it done to great effect with table saw blades.

[@jesshothersall]

Brilliant idea for old blunt blades to stick sandpaper to them :)

[@dwoodog]

Truly is a thousand uses for this thing. I built a shed and had to cut away some of the siding so I could put in soffits. Complicated to explain, but anyways this tool made quick work outta that job.

[@bassrun101]

Garry not Linda. Yes! I helped a guy install a replacement patio door. The trim was wider than the original by about 1/2" on both sides. When he pulled out the circular saw to trim vinyl siding I had him stop. I went to the van and got my oscillating tool to use instead. First of all the circular saw can rip big chips out of brittle vinyl siding and it won't cut all the way to the bottom and second it's big and clunky and hard to hold straight when cutting across the top. We snapped quick chalk lines around the opening and with the half moon blade made the cuts. It probably wasn't as fast but it was definitely cleaner, no flying vinyl chips and was much lighter to work with.

[@jdwht2455]

Great video. I have a corded Porter Cable that I bought when remodeling a couple bathrooms in the house. Great for whittling the door casings down for tile. I'll give the tight back facing angled blade arrangement you show and maybe even use the tool more often. The most useless thing I've found for my needs is the sanding function

[@MCsCreations]

Really great tips, Colin! Thanks a lot! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@ryanelliot5225]

Great video, those tools are jack of all trades

[@Sulkanator]

Excellent as always, Colin.

[@Sillyturner]

Recently I was changing out some door locks in a building remodel project and one of the screws had been so badly cross threaded it would not come out more then about half a turn. I was able to use my multipurpose tool to slip in behind the bezel and cut this screw off. This was a good win.

[@alastairdallas]

Thanks! I've never owned one of these and kind of wondered what they are good for.

[@martinoamello3017]

I never have owned one, but borrowed my sons to cut off a length of plywood in an area I just couldn't reach any other way. Watching this gives me lots of new ideas. I do a lot of chisel work, mortises and such. Right now we're having a very humid summer so wood is acting like a big sponge and chisels are only compressing the wood in a lot of cases instead of cutting it. I can see a bunch of uses. Last night I tried to cut a mortise lengthwise through a 2x4, something I've done many times, but because of the humidity it's just compressing too much to be efficient. A multitool might just remedy this. I'll experiment a bit and get back to you Colin.

[@Chuckplaysblues]

What perfect timing to see this video! I’ve just plugged a few pocket screw holes with a short piece of dowel. It is very cold in my garage this winter and the glue is not drying very fast at all. Every time I try to cut them flush with my Japanese pull saw the glue pulls loose. I’m going to try my oscillating saw next time… much easier and maybe the glue will hold! Thanks for the tip!

[@dez5]

An eye opener for a tool. Thank you 🙏 Love ❤️

[@secondaccount6716]

never done any woodwork, but i needed to cut some grooves in wood. you have shown me how. well done :D

[@Mazalgn9]

Use one everyday, I love these tools

[@SteveH-TN]

Appreciate your sharing this video and explaining the processes behind the construction in the workshop. I haven’t been able to work my shop due 2 strokes in last couple of years. I am hoping to begin to start again soon. 😁😔 Again you have inspired me to begin using my tools again appreciate your sharing your knowledge & experience. I am thinking replacing my corded tool with a new battery model 🪛🛠️🔧⛏️⚙️😁

[@mrwarlock5070]

Its a fantastic tool to have if you're fitting laminate flooring, I actually bought mine to undercut door frames and skirting boards that I could not remove so the flooring would go under, and it worked a treat.

[@joebrown1382]

Excellent use of this tool. My floor tile installer had a dedicated circular saw for this purpose but the oscillating tool would do a perfect job. Shim it up with a piece of 1/4 inch ply & it would cut the proper spacing.

[@mrwarlock5070]

@@joebrown1382 exactly, I just used an off cut of the flooring and it worked a treat.

[@kinkjarfold3816]

Ditto. I bought mine years ago and have installed several floors using it to undercut jambs and such. I've still got the same original blade which I file teeth into when dull.

[@joebrown1382]

@@mrwarlock5070 Yes good enough. My installer had a dull blade from cutting the nails in the jack stud.

[@spursrulelondon]

this video has been brilliant for me. thank you.

[@budgreen4563]

Thanks Colin......I've never liked that tool, but you're video has sparked an idea and I'm going to try my tool on a project. (it's been gathering dust for a couple of years) :)

[@barney2001]

I like and use my multi tool a fair bit when building my small sailboat. Epoxy has a habit of sticking and if I make a mistake, I use the multi tool to cut off and reposition the part and epoxy it back in place.

[@dangrimes5078]

Epoxy has a habit of sticking... thanks for that chief

[@fredkeogh9035]

Yes thank you for a very honest video, I will always check out u tube for interesting tips like yours, here in the uk there is very little on the TV stations giving such useful information.

[@36736fps]

You inspired me to try an oscillating tool for cutting plastic bubble packaging which is very hard to safely cut with a knife or sheers.

[@shamanic1]

Yes, although "EMT" shears do the same thing, without noise, or electricity. I am such a fan of EMT shears, I have one pair, in the trunk, of my car, and, maybe, three additional pairs, between the shop, and the home. Silent, safe, versatile, cheap; what's not to like/love?

[@jesshothersall]

Big Sewing type Scissors cut it beautifully?

[@THEfromkentucky]

I bought one after watching my coworker cut through Uni-Strut with a Carbide bit. I like DeWalt’s quick-change system.

[@garypautard1069]

Great for cutting flooring under baths etc. when installing wiring or pipe.

[@erkeltree]

I use mine for sanding hard to get at small areas, works better than any thing else I have tried.

[@track1219]

Do they make sanding attachments?

[@thesoundpainterbkny3465]

GREAT VIDEO!! THANKS!