20 Circular Saw Tips for Beginners

20 Circular Saw Tips for New DIYers
We have had a lot of new people come into the DIY community, and we wanted to help out many of those new to these tools. Many of these tips are simple but I wish I had been taught these back when I first started working with the circular saw.
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2 Corinthians 5:17

[@marblestone5408]

I'm a first starter to use Circular saw...glad that your explaination is so good .

[@Stiglr]

Bloopers!!! Your delivery got kick-back!! Seriously, though, thanks for this! I'm a nervous DIYer, totally out of my element and I need to work up the courage to use any power tool!!! 😆

[@NicolasCatania-kb6ti]

For quick and easy plunge cuts, treat it almost like a plunge router. Loosen the depth setting and raise the blade all the way up. Keeping the blade above the piece and holding the base down flat, you can slowly plunge through the wood. You can even clamp the base down to the piece depending on how large it is. After you are completely plunged, stop and adjust the depth, and continue. You could also use a wing nut and bolt as a depth stop and put it through the depth bar. It’s essentially using the circular saw as a chop saw. I’ve even created jigs to use it as a chop saw in places that I cannot bring one

[@larryp1938]

I used a circular saw for years and still learned something from this. Thanks for making this vid!

[@DiutoAjoku]

As a newbie to DIY woodwork, this video is absolutely AMAZING! Thank you so much, Mr. Clinton.

[@GI-JOEs]

Thank you for this. I'm a huge diy but i always used a hand saw. Just recently i got into bigger projects and decided to buy a circular saw and two horse saw. I learned a lot from your video and will keep practicing. Thank you again. 👍

[@stefaniaking3651]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you. I got my first saw in December and haven't used it yet because I want to learn how first. After watching your video I feel more comfortable to begin using it.

[@rafcich4855]

Great tips ! I'm from Europe and I love your tips and DIY. Thanks for that !

[@travishall67]

The last tip was the most important. Don't try to be a hero and cut without ear protection (or eye protection). I was exposed to construction noise at an early age helping my dad out on the jobsite and nobody ever even thought about covering our ears. I have terrible tinnitus now and some days it's almost unbearable. Hearing damage is cumulative. You think you're ok because shortly after being exposed to the loud noise your ears seem fine, but over time you will find that you were WRONG and you will regret it. My ears are ringing like crazy as I type this. Don't make the same mistake I did thousands of times.

[@SpecificLove7]

Thank you Travis for being upfront about some of the things you have learned from so that others don't have to.

[@fredzag2452]

Travis, read the Bible everyday and the ringing will go away. If you can't understand it get the Living Bible or Revised Standard or Modern Language Bible. Say goodbye to ringing ears, and any other ailments you have. Praise Jehovah God through Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

[@SeekAndDestroyTM]

As a pediatric audiologist, I want to say I'm so sorry there was not better education available to you when you were younger.

[@edcrutchfield3447]

Thank you ! Appreciate your time

[@user-ph7to8nl5y]

All good and useful tips. One more tip to add on in 20+ is, Wear a nose mask to avoid the tiny dust particles getting in.

[@micahmurray1466]

Great content! Buying my first saw this week for a DIY project with 2x4's and was honestly a bit nervous about using it. I feel like this gave me all the basics I'll need. Thanks!

[@seasicksquidlife]

Great, quick, comprehensive - this is really helpful.

[@jillianstulen4485]

Excellent, informative video!!!! Thank you! Can't wait to watch more!!!

[@oliverdelallama]

Great advice, thanks for sharing!

[@Wendy-lm5gb]

Always good to know!!! Thank you!

[@jaipalreddy8759]

Such a great instructor, thank you Sir

[@jondoe79]

Crystal clear and precise instructions 👍

[@Dlutheran]

Couldn't have said it better

[@scenicnomad8744]

Wow, what a great tutorial!! I just got my first circular saw and learned a ton from this. Hat's off to you for quickly getting right to the point on each tip - I learned a heck of a lot in 13 minutes!

[@bluzze6575]

Thanks for the information just got a circular saw have to cut an inch off a few sleepers. first one was so easy but had one with difficulties think it has lots of knots.

[@kellyhawthorne3629]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@danielestrada3624]

Great video. Very helpful for a new DIYer like me.

[@markrobinson9956]

Great video! Keep up the great teaching.

[@geoffregent9606]

As a mature newbie, thanks for your well detailed tips

[@MrJotay21]

Thank you for very informative tutorial and for safety guideline

[@linamartinez2552]

Excellent instructions

[@chokolokoish]

Excellent! THANKS!!

[@padgyalsuobao8176]

Than you very much! Very useful tips for beginners.

[@hoserlu]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@dianemoore2945]

Kickback was the word of the day!! Great video, I’m a beginner and learned a few things mostly about KICKBACK😂. I’m waiting on my circular saw to arrive and have been watching a few you tubes to get some instruction and tips, but I just subscribed to your channel because you give understanable instructions and you have a great personality.😊

[@larrykirk1]

Thank you. I learned quite a bit.

[@zeekflash6924]

Thxs for all the tips .. really helps

[@utubeblackbat]

Excellent! Thanks

[@RUSLexplorer2020]

Interesting ! Thanks for sharing !

[@CellarPhantom]

Great tips! I've been watching my step dad use his circular saw, and it was pretty scary and I could tell he was breaking several "rules", even though I haven't used one myself before. Will give it a try today.

[@toon-nagtegaal]

Thanks so much, very useful!👍👍

[@steveg9088]

Thanks bro. Love you.

[@MrAshokvats]

wow ! very educational for me as i am a beginner in woodcutting

[@creativegenius598]

Thanks for sharing

[@Mary-ee8nd]

Thank you for your video, I really enjoyed it. I'm diying a sofa = its a learn as you go project that I'm enjoying. Watching your video gave me some ideas!!! Thanks, again.

[@iamoutofcontrol5352]

Thank you!

[@tatjanasutube]

a really good video.. thanks

[@robertcarter4494]

Good video mate. Well done

[@arashy]

Wow! Didn’t realize… Thanks!

[@marionpaul9573]

Thank you ❤

[@libbyholt3863]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you. One more thing to consider about battery operated tools is that the battery makes any tool heavier. I'm not as strong as the average man and most of these tools were designed for men, so I find I often have to figure out ways to use tools that don't demand so much strength.

[@cornpop7805]

When ripping dimensional lumber (especially exterior grade or hardwood), it's best to use a worm-gear corded saw. They are expensive, but they have the required torque. Alternatively, still using your standard circular saw, you could do multiple depth cuts, maybe halfway through, then full penetration. On really tough stuff, go 1/3 through, then 2/3 through, then full penetration.

[@tonycrotti9916]

PP

[@Dlutheran]

@@tonycrotti9916 ?

[@calvinnieh8943]

@cornpop Would this apply to 1” to 2” butcher block? I have an old hand me down circular saw.. and cutting a butcher block bench top is the first project I’ll be tackling. Thx!

[@cornpop7805]

@Calvin Nieh Butcher block is usually maple. It's thick (usually 2" or thicker). Also, the grain from block to block alternate. You can cut some of it with a traditional circular saw, but if you're cutting it on the regular, choose a worm drive circular saw. I'm no expert on choosing saw blades, but I would suspect there's a saw blade that is specifically designed for the purpose. I'm sure an internet search will yield some advice on choice of blade.

[@TheDro]

thanks for posting this, I was actually just about to use one and happened to see this in my sub feed! I'm a lefty but have been trying to do more cuts using my right hand otherwise some of my tools just spit everything out to my face.

[@SpecificLove7]

You are very welcome. What kind of project are you working on?

[@mr.p9882]

I honestly detest a saw that has the blade on the right side, as I am right handed and find it hard to see where the blade is. I prefer to have a blade on the left side. Just my opinion of course :-)

[@mweber6382]

there is power tool like saws that are made for lefties just look at big name stores like home depot

[@miketaylor4221]

Thanks big dawg!!

[@julietalw]

Thank you 😄

[@stephaniejohnson2468]

This video WAS AWWWESOME!!!

[@seydoudia7828]

Thank you.

[@cornpop7805]

I would have liked to hear more about supporting the work, while cutting. Whenever possible, I clamp or screw down awkward part's, as I cut them. Certainly, prepare yourself for the sudden change in support or center of gravity changes that occur when the two pieces of wood separate! As well, prepare your mind to NOT suddenly grab for a piece as it falls, meaning while you're cutting. This reflex is the cause of many saw accidents.

[@SpecificLove7]

Those are some really great tips. Thank you for sharing them.

[@dianachurch4421]

Yes me too. As a beginner and being quite nervous I’ve watched a few videos and none seem to show how to support the wood other than laying it on top and I’m not sure whether it would move, especially as I’d probably need both hands for the saw

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

Thank you for the info sir. Safety never takes a day off sir .

[@SpecificLove7]

You got that right!

[@2990rick]

tip # 13 good idea ,,,, thanks

[@lw7967]

ALWAYS unplug or remove the battery when changing or cleaning the blade. I have a 4 inch x 8 foot piece of plywood for a straight edge which remains straighter than a 2x4. I also made a 4.5 foot runner board that fits my circular saw perfectly for cutting across plywood then I don't have to figure in that difference between the blade & edge. Thank you for all the great tips!

[@Dlutheran]

Great suggestions and good idea

[@bexxISM]

Great Great Video!!

[@kashel83]

I just discovered your channel a few minutes ago because I was looking for guidance on French cleats and found 2 of your videos. I couldn't be happier I found this channel. I'm gonna binge your videos this weekend

[@SpecificLove7]

Hi and welcome Fernando, I hope you have a good weekend.

[@Dlutheran]

Welcome to his amazing channel 👍

[@rg3291]

Good video! One tip to add maybe: I've used my circular saw to rip 2x4's and sometimes to wood closes in behind the blade. Good to have a wedge to keep the saw kerf open during the cut.

[@SpecificLove7]

That is an Awesome suggestion, thank you

[@Silent-G]

I use my pencil. Good suggestion!

[@Dlutheran]

Yeah 👍 good idea

[@TheLightHouseLady]

Great beginner Tips!

[@SpecificLove7]

Thank you

[@jimux1125]

brilliant

[@julio4771]

Drinking Game: Take a shot every time he says "kick-back"

[@frankartieta4887]

This a very good video

[@rochiellebevans1783]

Good video.

[@herbsu4330]

In your final point I would add (especially indoor sawing) Dust Mask.

[@JG24AJ]

Safety is the key to success, very informative tips and might I add in great timing. It's Deer Stand building time. 💡🤔 I've cut a cord once, thank God no emergencies. Stay Safe, God Bless All & Thanks for sharing 👍🏻

[@SpecificLove7]

Good thing you were okay! I don't even think about deer stands, good timing is right.

[@markrobinson9956]

I have also ruined a saw by cutting the cord to the saw with the saw. Circuit breaker saved me, but not the saw.

[@stephenwatson1873]

When you spoke of measuring from each side of the blade to each side of the sole plate, always measure from the teeth of the blade, and if you ever replace the saw blade re measure as the size of the saw kerf may be different

[@nigel6862]

Brilliant.. we're never too old to pick up new tips.. thank you

[@pleappleappleap]

You can deal with tearout by putting painters' tape along your cut line and make your mark on the tape. Wrap the tape all the way around the board to be sure.

[@francesparra22]

I love this video. All the questions I've had you've answered thank you so much

[@Borescoped]

Don’t know if it’s a good idea or not, but my father taught me that with a corded saw, to drape the power cord over one shoulder, that way it kept the cord up and out of the way, and if you were losing slack/extra extension cord, you’d quickly notice it moving or causing more tension/tightness on your shoulder as it tries to press down.

[@SpecificLove7]

I like it, good tip

[@csorrows]

I have taught myself to drape the cord over the side of a panel instead of the rear. For some odd reason, every saw brand I have ever seen has a large square edge on the plug that loves to grab the edge of the panel as you are cutting. If they tapered it, it would be less likely to catch.

[@giennefarcais6834]

By the end of this video, you looked just like Chris Evans to me. Thanks for the tips; first time using my saw and it's been, let's say, scary.

[@lawrencewilson2457]

A tip, at 9.58 loose clothing, remember to tuck your shirt in as there is a danger of loose clothes being caught in machinery and dragging the worker in!

[@paulsmith9341]

My buddy was using a circular saw that has the safety shield spring break and he didn't notice. He swung it to his side and took a 120 stitch 3 layer gash across his thigh. When you make your cut just leave it there until the blade stops!

[@SpecificLove7]

Ouch!!! That's a horrible story, but an excellent tip to follow.

[@daropl88]

Kickback

[@pip1723]

Personally I prefer the corded version the battery powered never seem to have enough power .

[@maniacalmonster2293]

wow I feel like such a moron and a rookie. From what I remember learning decades upon years ago, was to have your board that you're cutting supported on the outsides 🤯but this makes much more sense. lol

[@austinboynton8494]

Could you do a top tips on router bits and how to

[@SpecificLove7]

I plan on having a video on the router in a few weeks.

[@luqsmhmd7722]

🙏

[@fcv1967]

One tip to add. Don't put too much pressure downward on the saw because it flexes and makes your cut out of square.

[@craigsyson471]

what blade will work on a gumpole wooden poles and is it safe to use a circuler saw on this type wood

[@linamartinez2552]

Where do you get foam insulation-Amazon box filler?

[@samnewman5129]

Hi mate I am just learning and goi ng to hang 5 internal doors in my house and need to know best saw for good clean door trimming my doors here in the UK 35MM ?

[@DL-rm7zg]

my takeaway from the video: kickback is the devil 😃

[@charlesjackson3433]

I'm not sure whether or not the blade is mounted on my saw correctly. OUESTION: When making a cut will the blade be turning clockwise or counter clockwise ?

[@myhealthobs5290]

Total newbie question but where should the operator stand, to the side, or behind ? I'm thinking about kickback

[@SpecificLove7]

When possible, I always recommend staying to the side and use two hands for better control.

[@linamartinez2552]

Wanted to see you cut some wood. Thanks

[@pleappleappleap]

They make circular saws that are specifically designed for plunge cuts

[@austinboynton8494]

RIP my laser circular saw cord didnt pay attention once and tore it up thankfully breaker tripped and and anything can be fixed but will always have a taped up cord to remind me of that mistake

[@SeekAndDestroyTM]

I think there's another "two types of circular saw" - worm drive vs sidewinder...

[@csorrows]

When setting the saw down, make sure the blade has stopped spinning and the guard has returned to it's covered position. I have seen "professionals" say to set it down with the guard up and handle down. DO NOT DO THIS! If you happen to trip onto the saw, the guard could be pushed out of the way and your full weight could come down onto that blade. Even when it's not spinning, a sharp blade with that pressure on it can do quite some damage to your body!

[@SpecificLove7]

Thank you for the warning

[@hachiskyaikatv3572]

Im a woman and id like try FIY 😊

[@soulman3696]

I love it, they should call you the kickback king

[@mr.p9882]

I was cutting a birds beak into a roof rafter hip joint, and it was short, about 12" long. I got in a hurry, using a worm drive Skil, and held the board down by hand. Wrong choice. I now have about 1/2" of finger missing on left hand, due to the saw hitting a knot, it kicked out and up...I heard a little TINK, and it felt about like a paper cut. BUT---it sure did not LOOK like a paper cut. Took two surgeries to fix it. In hindsight, I should have nailed the short board down, used both hands to hold the saw, then made the cut. As others said already, SAFETY FIRST!!!

[@SpecificLove7]

Wow, sorry to hear about your accident, but thank you for being an example that others can learn from.

[@IMOO1896]

Good demo! I just watched another supposed “how to”, with no demo, which, in my book is ideal. Don’t tell me, show me!

[@wolfman75]

👍😎😃🙏👏

[@pratumpornchuanlom185]

How many RPM

[@juha2031]

Old, straight tuba :D

[@bluedragontoybash2463]

FYI : hanging your respirator by its rubbery cord is a bad idea. It will stretch the cord.

[@flexitv4434]

its good you mention eye and ear protection, but i think you forgot the lung protection sir, no body like to inhale all those very fine saw dust.. ..keep safe

[@SpecificLove7]

That's a very good suggestion, thank you