Table Saw vs Miter Saw vs Circular Saw Basics | How to Choose a Type of Saw | This or That DIY

[@danielslocum7316]

I was skepticle of a 20 volt circular saw. But I have several B&D 20 volt batteries and the drill Works great kzbin.infoUgkxjpBI8OOeUXib_iT7UomCrQ-uauwZJ62c . I saw the 4 stars and some glowing reviews so decided to purchase this saw. Well, leave your money in your pocket and run a cord because this little saw won't cut

[@salimr4718]

I’m a newbie. You’re saying a 20V circular saw is no good? It doesn’t produce enough power?

[@She_Tried_It]

You can cut degree angles with most circular saws by adjusting the degree angle (her curcular saw has a yellow almond-shaped tab handle). You can also set up a fence for a large straight edge angle cut. It is a good idea to start with a circular saw and work your way up. You'll end up using each if you really get into it. And these tools have a resell value of some sort so take good care of them and keep the original boxes and manuals. I usually collapse the box down, tuck the manual inside and store these flat in the garage. I do it for just about everything I buy, so when the time comes to sell for lack of use or upgrade, I can get a better resell dollar due to care and original packaging. BE CAREFUL, EYE PROTECTION, NO LOOSE CLOTHING, BE FOCUSED, AND GO SLOW, NO DISTRACTIONS. Great video @WelcometoTheWoods

[@wes-yt]

Your circular saw can cut angles. The front yellow leveler controls the degree. Thanks for the video. Very Informative! 😀

[@normandong4479]

The circular saw is a versatile tool, but to prevent kickback, avoid setting the cut depth lower than what is needed to cut the material you work with. Also, keep a sharp blade on the circular saw to get a clean cut and not have to force the saw through the material. If the motor is 15 amps, always better to use a heavier 12 gauge extension cord. Every tool can do its job, but to be safe and effective, never rush the work.

[@rezlivley]

I have to agree with some of the people who posted about some safety information and implementation from you in your videos. I have been a woodworker most of my working life and safety has always been a part of my work environment. As much as I appreciate your cute legs; your working in sandals and bare foot a lot of times is downright dangerous and could lead to a serious situation. Another thing that I find interesting is how you almost always work on the ground or garage floor when cutting with your tools. Another thing that can be and lead to a lack of control. As an older person; I worry about your back if you continue to work that way as long as I have done. Have you tried to put your tools on saw horses or on your great work winch you made in a video? I am not sure I have ever seen you use ear protection or a dust mask. I enjoy your videos and your design mind but as a foreman in big shops including in Antarctica; I have been in charge of osha run shops where safety measures are insisted on. I feel that some of the DYI people that watch you could benefit from some info and modeling of such subject matter. You may disagree; you make your own choices but I have seen too many injuries as a result of lack of safety measures.

[@Adanacon]

As a master carpenter myself….I couldn’t agree with you more. The video has good intention but is boarder line good information for inexperienced people looking for some advice.

[@deadliftdre5688]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@drdwgmd14]

She gotta show dem legs for da thirsty men!

[@Milaandlukeliketodostuff]

You’re right, she’s absolutely beautiful would be horrible if something happened

[@johnr.bonnett7159]

Your video clarified the purpose of all three saws--thank you. I've owned a circular saw like what you showed for over 30 years. I don't use it much, but wouldn't be without it. This year I bought a smaller, battery powered circular saw for cutting smaller lumber up to 2x4 in size. Given that the blade on these saws spin at 3,000+ rpm and cut off more than 4,000 fingers a year, there's no tool I respect and fear more than my two circular saws. I have watched countless KZbin safety videos on the precautions to take when using such saws, as well as the ones you demonstrated, including accounts from people who's lives were never the same after an accident with such a saw. That said, I would like to offer a humble, friendly suggestion that you consider redoing the table saw part of this video where you demonstrate its use with all the safety equipment in place and using proper handling precautions. Safety equipment includes as a minimum riving knife, anti-kickback pawls, blade guards, safety glasses, and hearing protection, while handling precautions on the table saw include push sticks that keep your fingers far from the blade, not standing directly behind the wood piece being cut, minimize distractions (put phone on vibrate before cutting), strategize how the cut will be done before doing it (i.e., risk assessment) and not allowing the wood piece as it's being cut to come in contact with the saw's fence where the wood could be pinched between the fence and the spinning blade causing a serious, split-second, kick-back injury that could be life threatening. Because your intended audience is a DIY beginner, you would be doing them a great favor to stress the fact that use of these saws, especially the table saw, come with far greater responsibility for safe use than any other non-cutting, power tool in their shop due to high risk of injury. Also, it would be good to mention that if they are working alone, they should have their cell phone charged and on their person in the event there is an accident and they have to call 911. Perhaps it would be helpful to include one or two of your favorite links to other KZbin videos for the safe use of each of the three types of saws you demonstrated. Doing so will give the viewers a greater appreciation for how beautiful and wonderful it is to have uninjured hands, and other body parts, and to not take such things for granted when using these powerful cutting tools. Thanks for your consideration. www.motherjones.com/politics/2013/05/table-saw-sawstop-safety-finger-cut/

[@M_M0109]

Save your breath. If you watch many of her other videos, you'll see many of the safety issues you point out with comments mentioning them. She still continues practicing unsafe power tool use. Hopefully she starts to take the repeated comments about safety to heart.

[@rebeccajohnson1368]

Thanks for taking the time to address this issue. No joking. These power tools are powerful!

[@DrCmoments]

@@M_M0109 exactly. this woman is ruthless and a tyical 'that' type of americans...

[@joythomson6436]

Thank you for saying this. I'm a total beginner with power tools. Yesterday I had my first lesson with how to use an angle grinder (🙈 don't laugh 😂) I had bought all the safety gear, and my brother who works in a very industrial industry, didn't want to put any of it on cos he's a pro (which he is) I refused to begin until he did - my logic is that it's the one time you don't wear a face guard or leather gloves etc, that something goes wrong in a permanent live changing way. I must admit I'm a little terrified of it all at the moment 🙈🙈😬

[@diycad]

After watching tons of mitre saw videos I finally got one and the first time we tried it, it started throwing wood pieces around! I ended up returning my brand new Dewalt mitre saw but I do agree these power tools can be dangerous and DIYers on KZbin make it look so easy. I really do think there was a specific problem with that saw and I’ll get a new one. But this time, I won’t try it without all my safety gears lol

[@Jako-fh8zg]

Please be careful with the table saw, don’t take any short cuts and get a micro jig or something similar for the table saw. I now have 9 1/2 fingers and 70 stitches where I thought the wood was wide enough to push my hand up to the blade, but kickback pulled the hand in

[@walterkaiyuenpang3556]

Wow !!! 👍✊

[@meisterbear5275]

Nice bro!

[@footcandy]

Ooof.. thanks for the warning. Hope you are ok

[@joythomson6436]

😔💔 hope you're doing okay

[@mastertheknife]

Sorry to hear but thanks for sharing. I wonder, did you have a splitter or a riving knife installed?

[@mohnouriemm7533]

An accident happens once but the regret remains the whole life. Please consider safety measures more seriously. ^Thanks for the video

[@thetazva]

not using the guard on a table saw is simply asking for an accident, use the guards, that is what they are there for!!!!

[@vpham92688]

Wait. The Circular saw can do some bevel cuts as well and you can change depth of blade.

[@curtzeek8818]

Agreed! I was about to post the same.

[@monalisahota]

Yes I do that all the time with my circular saw

[@DieselMike]

I am an avid DIY'r. In short time, you will realize you need all 3 (and then some)! The right tool (saw, in this case) for the job makes life a whole lot easier, as i am sure you know. Great channel by the way. Really enjoyed those composite front steps.

[@benjaminjoseph3392]

Diesel. Great comment. If someone is tight on space and budget, I recommend the circular saw and miter saw should be the first two buys (for most DYI house projects). Craft projects need all kinds of stuff, but that's another topic.

[@DRUmBEaTTS]

The only thing missing is safety glasses, earplugs, shoes and saw guards. 🙂

[@scrapeyhawkins5299]

36 yrs as a carpenter....my opinion is you should not be showing anybody anything with open toed shoes ...smh

[@stevesanders3992]

Have all 3, but always use a push stick on your table saw keep hands at a safe distance. Been cutting for 40 years and still have all my fingers. Plunge, or track saws are a great addition also

[@JC-og5bx]

Would you prefer a table saw or miter saw?

[@POOCHIESCLOSET]

Thanks for making this video. I only own a circular saw and I was thinking of upgrading to a miter saw but I honestly have not mastered the circular saw yet. This video was the confirmation I needed to keep my money in my pocket.

[@charlescaprez4322]

I own all three but the table saw is the most useful and versatile followed by the circular saw. They all have there special place. Great job.

[@dancahill9122]

Sandals and no safety glasses ? ? ! How long has this young lady been woodworking ? ?

[@philamburgey]

You have got to stop giving information out on things you don’t fully understand! The window screen video is why I make money, people watching vids like your then actually bringing it to someone who knows their stuff. “You can’t cut a long board with a 45 with a circular saw” , you are wrong. There is a knob , I can see it in the vid that angles the platen on the circle saw. The reason contractors bring a circular saw is it can do 90% of what the other two together can do. There is more than one way to skin a cat but bad advise is bad advise.

[@rcud1]

A table saw is my favorite tool of all IF you have the room to have a big table saw with an extended table. Then you can cut an entire 4x8 sheet of wood or a small piece of wood both with precision.

[@prettyyoungthing1008]

Which table should I get? I’m trying to buy one for my dad .

[@rcud1]

@@prettyyoungthing1008 Ask 10 people and probably get 10 answers. Depends on budget and needs. Lowes has a really nice Delta saw and HD has a nice Ridgid one. Also others like Skil, Metabo, Dewalt are good saws.

[@normandong4479]

Melissa, it makes sense to use and encourage proper stands for the table & miter saws. Much easier on the back. And wearing proper footwear & safety glasses would be advisable.

[@MrDaniel297]

um.... that circular saw CAN cut angles....

[@Tonys_Gabagool]

GODBLESS I THINMK I MIGHT HABVE TO DIVORCE BARB NOW!!11

[@elrynon]

If by "angle cut" with the circular saw you mean a bevel cut (like what you did with the table saw at the 8:30-8:40 mark) you can do those cuts with a circular saw. You just loosen the yellow knob on the front of the saw (you'll see the arched piece of metal with numbers on it) and adjust your plate to whatever degree bevel you need and then tighten the knob back down and make your bevel cut. If you mean miter cuts though you can make those as well. Just set your guide (like you do with a straight cut) and cut at whatever angle you'd like. :)

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Yes a circular saw is very versatile!

[@sth8559]

@@WelcometotheWoodsBlog "thank you for pointing that out Jared, I didn't know at the time of the video but thanks to commenters I do now"

[@meryl9846]

So incredibly helpful! I was initially gifted a miter saw but exchanged it for a circular saw since I’m a beginner. Stumbled upon this video cause I’m having doubts if I made the right decision. Thanks for sharing!

[@richardtrethewey3617]

You say the circular saw cannot be angled, but there is a knob to angle it 45 degrees right there on the front of the saw. You just angle the plate!

[@vapor9699]

Guards get in the way, yes that is the purpose. Please reconsider a guard and a correct width riving knife. Table saws can be so dangerous, so taking extra precautions is paramount to your safety. Love your channel, very creative and enjoyable.

[@NotQuiteFirst]

Lol her handheld circular saw can make angled cuts but she doesn't realize it. At least she has nice legs though.

[@fritz4345]

This young lady needs to improve here safety habits. Starting with sturdy shoes, safety glasses and the appropriate way to use all these saws. Please watch some other videos first how to use a circular or table saw first before you cut of your fingers.

[@rbharris2228]

Agreed. These videos are terrible examples on using power tools. Safety first. Learn from a professional.

[@driverslqqk7940]

A good replacement for your miter saw it's a radial arm saw that will allow you much longer cut and do the same purpose and makes excellent miter cuts I also recommend that beginners with a table saw to use the guard it really isn't inconvenient if you learn to use it with the guard from the beginning and as time goes on and you feel a little more comfortable the guard can be removed be sure with the table saw you also have a good push stick to push your wood through rather than running your hand along the wood in between the fence and the blade not recommended and always safety glasses very nice.

[@baxterenrife]

I'm a carpenter with 30 years of experience. Six years ago I chopped off my left index finger with a circular saw. Please be very cautious.

[@Karll541]

Ouch!

[@freddyfrog3192]

Can happen to anyone.. sorry for your loss

[@baxterenrife]

​@@Karll541 Precisely what I said at the time. Where you there per chance?

[@Karll541]

@@baxterenrife are you dense? is that your poor attempt at a joke? With your intellect would anyone actually be surprised if you cut off your other index finger?

[@baxterenrife]

@@Karll541 I've no idea whether or not they would. But I seem to have offended you. How is that?

[@wiggum1026]

really using any power tool in sandals please safety first there is ppe for a reason

[@dtasamurai6496]

Although I agree the blade guard on the table saw can be a pain to leave on all the time but you should use it if possible. BUT you should ALWAYS have the splitter/riving knife on the table saw ALL of the time to prevent kickback. Nice video - thank you from the UK : )

[@pesr0412]

I think this video is great but I would encourage you to add more footage about the table saw and the safety guidelines that are to be observe for a safe operation, the reason I ask you this is because anyone that buys a table saw must be made aware of the responsibility that comes with it, since it provides the least of safety guards as it is meant for people to use it to be fully aware of what the are doing (i.e. like never position yourself directly in front of the saw, or the best way to push the material to cut, etc...) the circular saw and or miter saw somehow represents a much more controlled and safety environment due to their own design, and while they also need to be handled adequately they are less dangerous compared to the table saw.

[@OpiumMonkey]

Great video. You’re very beautiful!

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Thanks!

[@monalisahota]

Nicely broken down! I have made a bunch of things just with a circular saw as I don't own any other saw except a jig saw which I hardly ever use. It's possible to use the circular saw but every little cut other than a cross or miter cut can be a creative problem solving exercise. It takes time and sometimes the cuts aren't precise but most of the time, I have been please with how neat the joinery looks. I have even ripped boards to the right width and thickness for my projects. With that being said, I am struggling with cutting neat rabets and grooves for some reason. Leaning towards going for a table saw only. Good to know it can make miter cuts too. Why do we need a miter saw of the table saw does the same?

[@zedwpd]

open toed shoes not suggested 0:56

[@jchan084]

My favorite is absolutely the circular saw. You can replace the miter saw with the circular saw and a square. You can also replace the table saw with a circular saw with a track. Plus it's much lighter and portable.

[@WarPigstheHun]

I didn't know they make square saw blade!

[@thegoldenland]

@@WarPigstheHun Square is not a saw blade. It's a measuring tool.

[@WarPigstheHun]

@@thegoldenland I will let you know how my stacked Dado Carbide tipped Square blades work!

[@LuxCheers]

Great video, but 6:24 gave me a mini heart attack. Also please put back the guard on your table saw Staysafe

[@cakepanda]

Yep agree super dangerous cuts! Also needs to put a riving knife on

[@VISATcomms]

Bit scary watching those cuts on a table saw with no guard or riving knife😵

[@Broncort1]

Guess you never watched New Yankee Workshop

[@hugasoul]

Exactly the info I was looking for - thank you!

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Awesome! So glad this video was helpful for you!

[@cashmoney7497]

Circular saw is definitely the best. I have all three but I use the circular saw the most. Not the most accurate but definitely the best

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

I agree, it's not the most accurate, but it's the most versatile!

[@legestrom]

great video - maybe use a mic for better audio next time.

[@bruceanable7739]

Good job explaining all these, I have never used a table saw or Miter saw. I mostly use circular saw or jigsaw or Hacksall. Measure twice cut once.❤

[@hasni0125]

i don't recommand begginers to use the table saw, it's the most dangerous machine ever, i myself is esitating to buy one from all the live accidents i saw on youtube, so my message for begginers, no table saw unless you use all the protactions and read a lot about safety.

[@justwam7619]

Look mom, no guards!

[@maliehakusain2188]

Great Video clip! Sorry for butting in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you considered - Schallingora Dexterous Programme Scheme (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is a smashing one of a kind guide for building any shed in no time with no experience without the normal expense. Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my friend after many years got astronomical results with it.

[@Charles-uc3hb]

Invest in a tool to push wood on the table saw so you don't lose those fingers lol

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

I have a push stick, but I've been wanting to get a gripper!

[@ronblack9615]

I just recently acquired a hitachi cr12 and a ryobi miter stand also have a skillsaw spt77 circular wanting to learn how to do woodwork. How would I go about learning how to put them to use. I'm a diesel tech used to nuts and bolts so wood is something new to me

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

@@ronblack9615 I am self taught. Read the instruction manual for your tools, watch some KZbin videos, and practice. My best advice is measure twice cut once. Best of luck to you as you learn!

[@gregdee530]

@@WelcometotheWoodsBlog I made a gripper for mine from a wooden concrete float with the plastic handle fitted to it, and glued some old Yoga mat to it, works well and when the rubber gets too cut/worn just change it.

[@dogcomb47]

Yet another video that fails to tell you and show you how to cut a miter for a floor base board. You don't just move the top part of the saw, you have to move the bottom part also???????????????????????????????????

[@Gaba-oo4qb]

Miter saw is perfect for quickly being able to cross cut relatively narrow pieces like a 2x4 to correct length. Table saw is good for ripping pieces like making them narrower and also doing jig cuts. Both have their place depending on what you need but table saw can be at times more versatile in the fact that you can rip and cross cut pieces of various dimensions with it. With miter saw you can only cross cut narrower pieces but it’s quicker to cross cut with miter saw and gives you straight cutting edge. Miter saws also have capability of doing angled cuts very easily.

[@DheeraVenkatraman]

A sliding miter saw can cut upto 12 inches in width, or 24 inches in 2 cuts. A good miter saw is much more versatile than most people think it to be.

[@Gaba-oo4qb]

@@DheeraVenkatraman never worked with a sliding miter saw. But I see your point. Question I have then, is there any reason why you would have regular miter saw versus a sliding miter saw? Are there any cuts you can perform with a regular miter saw that you cannot with a sliding one?

[@DheeraVenkatraman]

@@Gaba-oo4qb Basically no. A sliding compound miter saw is just a compound miter saw that slides back and forth. So there are no cuts that you are missing out on. It's slightly more pricey but I'd say it is extremely worth it. In general if a cut can be done on a miter saw I would ALWAYS pick the miter saw over a circular saw or a table saw, if at the very least for safety and ease of setup. I only reach for those other tools for cuts the miter saw cannot do.

[@Jimbo10250]

I think a high quality large sliding compound miter saw combined with a circular saw is a hard combo to beat.

[@mastertheknife]

Great video. But please, use a riving knife on that table saw. It prevents over 80% of the kickbacks. The table saw is a wonderful tool but its so dangerous, the 1st or 2nd most dangerous, competing with the chainsaw. Also, there is GRR-RIPPER pushblock which is a very convenient push block and safer than most push sticks. But yeah, i agree with the video, although i ended up buying all three because the the work is easier when you're using the correct tool for the cut.

[@alexisoliva4412]

As a DIYer, for me safety is foremost and hence my first power saw was a jigsaw. It was like a hand saw where I did not have to slog. Next I bought a hand saw because I found very good one at a good price. It was intimidating and all the videos on KZbin scared me. So I got a track saw. I like the idea that the blade goes to the wood so the kickbacks are not there. But for repeat cuts I think a miter saw is a safer tool but it cannot be used for larger cuts. So I am confused between table saw and miter saw. Since I also need to work with aluminium I think miter is a better and safer choice but who knows I might end up finally buying table saw as well. Please do a video keeping in view of safety point of view for a DIYer.

[@vinylmaverick8044]

Well there I was scratching my nuts and saw this thumbnail........She was very good!

[@tonycannonfodder369]

Hey y’all. I’m new to the channel but have been DIY’ing for a while(yrs). I just got my first table saw last week and of course, I pulled up a few videos on the Tube about my specific model and table saws in general. Well hell I’m scared to DEATH!! Almost every video goes on and oon and ooonn about the dreaded “kick back” and how the “Table Saw” is THE most dangerous saw out of all the old traditional saw types with its UPWARD mounted, user facing blade position. I had never even heard of these “Jigs” and “Push” blocks/sticks I’ve now got to acquire just to cut certain combination cuts like long tapered rips on pressure treated 2x6’s or 2x8’s. What’s the advantage of this damn death machine , the “Table Saw”? What good are they? Especially, if you get decent with a regular ol hand held? It’s only been a couple weeks but so far I’ve been disappointed and leery of this thing. Any tips suggestions appreciated. Thanks all! B

[@WarPigstheHun]

I hate the table saw its so bulky and noisy but it's so effective. I'm a beginner and I really hate that I'm terrified of my saw. I just bought the GRRR ipper but I'm still scared.

[@karencampbell776]

How would you make a long cut on a narrow board such as a 2.5" or 3" wide baseboard? The tiler took out only part of the baseboard in the utility room. Now I need to match the baseboard on the other wall with tile up to it. I need to cut a long narrow cut along the baseboard he took out where the tile goes up to the wall. I'm thinking circular saw and clamp down the long baseboard and carefully cut the long narrow cut with a circular saw. I don't own a table saw.

[@startoftext]

6:24 Please do not make cross cuts like that especially without a guard or riving knife. Kickback can happen before the human brain even has time to process what happened. You might want to live dangerously but you are teaching people in a way that can cause them to lose fingers.

[@tishcasillas8844]

Very education for us first time DIYers. Thank you so much!

[@bernieh6571]

Safety should always be 1st ! ..... She shoud've get more experience in woodworking before doing those clips... Watch April Wilkerson you'll see exactly what I mean....By the by that dewalt table saw is a worthless cheap toy !

[@garethheathcote4988]

It's not a worthless toy at all, I have the cordless flexvolt version and it's a very versatile site table saw. Is it big and powerful enough to do everything,no it's not but it's plenty good enough to accomplish most of the required tasks on site!

[@justsayinit6789]

Great video this helped me a buch. I was debating whether to buy a mitre or table saw as part of a deck rebuild. But you made me realize the circular saw good enough. It never occured to me to put a straight edge down as a guide for the saw. Once I started doing that it changed the value of my circular saw. Thanks!

[@gthomas4136]

Track saw replaces circular saw and table saw, much safer option to both saws.

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

I don't have one of those but I will look into it

[@Level-zb4jg]

@@WelcometotheWoodsBlog Incorrect information from Glenn. You will always need a table saw for the type of projects you do. Dedicated track saws are very expensive. Kreg makes a track saw kit for a std skill saw.

[@MightyMellow840]

Why is the riving knife removed from the table saw? There is no reason to have the riving knife removed for a through cut and it is a great piece of safety equipment. There are plenty of good youtube videos showing how important that small piece of metal is.

[@josecarlosalves4810]

I like your blog, because I identify with you because I like the same things as you. You're a brave woman. You have my admiration and sympathy.

[@GKganesan]

Thank you Very useful indeed.

[@judithrob1591]

Very important if you would like to saw with precision. (avoid torsion as much as possible)! Always choose a Miter saw with a handle positioned in a vertical line above the saw blade. Everything must be aligned, slide rails, handle, and saw blade, it is much better this way the blade will not tilt. Because there is some torsion in the aluminum housing . And choose an engine with softstart on it to prevent wear of the gear and worm shaft. It is very important that everything is aligned. Here are some examples to show how the handle must be positioned above the blade. Bosch gcm 800 sj / Bosch gcm 8 sjl / Evolution rage 3 / FESTOOL KS 60 / / HITACHI C12RSH2 / FESTOOL KS 60 E KAPEX / Metabo KGSV 72 Xact . (This also is the case with the Miter saw without the slide rails). If you want you can test it yourself at home if there is torsion in the aluminum housing. Step-1. First you make a saw cut from +-5 mm deep in to a flat piece of wood. To this with the normal handle positioned on the right side of the Miter saw. Step-2. Then repeat this by pushing the saw blade down with your hand (finger) on the aluminum protective cover were the saw blade is cased in. Just now only do this without the running engine. Step-3. Now you can see if the saw blade will be positioned in or next to the saw cut.If the saw blade is (+- 0,2 / 0,5 mm) next to the saw cut then there is torsion in the aluminum housing. Step-4. therefor it is much better to choose a Miter saw with the handle positioned vertical in line above the saw blade.

[@btrswt35]

Not to be to much of a safety Nancy but having open toe shoes while cutting or DIY-ing is not necessarily the best. Having worked with power tools for 30+years I can honestly say I have had a lot of things fall on my feet from cutoffs, to tape measures, and other fun things. Skinned, bruised, or broken toes aren't fun. Just saying.

[@Level-zb4jg]

So even with you being a safety nancy you still have had many injuries? Maybe you have not set your tables or projects up correctly to keep lots of things from falling on you feet over the last 30+ years. LOL

[@btrswt35]

@@Level-zb4jg I think you might be on to something. Something big.

[@MLaak86]

I'm terrible in terms of cutting wood straight with my circular saw, think either of the other options is pry what I need.

[@ERG842]

I've got a circular saw, what should I get next? Should I get the miter saw or the table saw?

[@chrissy212e]

Thank perfect beginners guide. I really like the mitre saws, but the circular saw will be much more versatile for me as a beginner. I will definitely get a mitre saw down the line as I like the whole set up with the fitted base. As for the table saw, they look a little intimidating tbh but a greatly space saving option. 😊

[@neildrachlen9149]

Love the BATTERY POWERED miter saw. Handy

[@starttofinishpodcasting3721]

Are Miter blades and Circular saw blades interchangeable?

[@stephaniep508]

Thank you, it truly helped me decide on my first saw♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@napaea9460]

Am I right that a table saw can pretty much do what those two can? Other than cut a long shelf in half due to the rip bar.

[@PWIZZLE7]

what about a chop saw ..jig saw, sawzall...or how about just a hand saw 😊

[@KLNYC]

I need the chop saw next.. The table hmm no room to put it ,

[@billschueneman7190]

Why did I have to notice her eye blinking....

[@DheeraVenkatraman]

Personally I find miter saws MUCH faster to setup than a circular saw. With a circular saw, if you want to cross cut a long piece safely at the middle you need to set up 4 sawhorses or some sacrificial material. If you want to cut straight you need to clamp some fence to the piece. With a miter saw you need none of that crap. If your cuts aren't longer than 60cm (can be done in two 30cm cuts) I'd just stick to a miter saw. It's also worth mentioning that the miter saw is BY FAR the safest of the 3 saws by far and it should probably the be the first power saw a beginner should buy. By the way, your use of the table saw is extremely unsafe. Also comments on 6:20: - Reduce your blade height to just barely clear your piece by a little bit. Your blade is too high. - Get a riving knife which reduces kickback - NEVER stand directly behind your piece, let alone squatting. A kickback can literally kill you. Mount that tablesaw at a reasonable height, stand to one side of the piece, use a push stick. Watch some safety videos.

[@olliebeagle]

Mouse at 8:26? Useful summary thanks

[@arcadion448]

6:22 - No riving knife or push stick? I too like to live life dangerously.

[@YouPlantTube]

For somebody who's interested in just building planter boxes would you say that the Miter Saw would be the most appropriate and safest?

[@jchan084]

I'd recommend the miter saw as it would be the fastest, safest, and most convenient.

[@sean_mc]

Without a doubt. Especially if you are working from narrower pre-sawed wooden planks and mostly just need to cut them to length rapidly. A sliding mitre saw will give you additional options for slightly wider wood too. They are even great for cutting angled or box steel with the right blade attached.

[@vijayprashant1]

Very well done ! Very helpful and exactly what I was looking for. Thank You !

[@DarkmooreSupplyCo]

So what youre saying is I need all three. 🤷‍♀

[@anthonyhitchings1051]

All three saws have their uses. I have all three.

[@mcrae777]

Nice safety sandals and invisible eye protector ! Please always wear protective equipment and use table saw with riving knife!

[@secondfirstsecond]

Can the table saw do crosscutting?

[@brucewelty7684]

Why did you not include the best saw type?

[@RyKnocks]

Awesome video. Get yourself a track saw. Well worth the money and it’ll change your life.

[@WelcometotheWoodsBlog]

Sounds good I'll look into it

[@mastershredder2002]

You really need a better microphone.

[@jeliarra]

UGH! I have a circular, but I loath the blasted thing. With the new thumb button added to the power trigger, well it makes me all thumbs. I didn't grow up with a "thumb" button. It throws me off, makes cutting extremely awkward for me. So I thought, I'll fix the circulars little red wagon by getting a miter. Sure I can't make long cuts, but a certain hardware store will do that for me. But when shopping for a miter with the Memorial Day sale I found a table saw for $10 more than the miter. SON of a BISCUIT! What to do!? Both are lightweight and on the small size. Table saw can do more, but I'm working in a very small area. Fell like I want to get the miter, then a project is going to jump up and I'm going to face palm myself for not getting the table. Back to the drawing board.

[@chriss4365]

Should I get a circular saw or mitre box? The saw would be better to also make straight cuts.

[@jouamua]

This is so helpful! Thank you for sharing!! Just getting started in DIY home projects!

[@nicholasschrader2399]

All my saws have a key that you pull out of the start switch. Then even if plugged in a child cant start the tool

[@pallashouse]

That's a great idea

[@caseykelso1]

I blame you for my wife's interest in My Hammers and My Drills in My tool box . 🤣🤣🤣🍸,thanks for sharing!

[@franciscorincon8027]

Love your vids keep it up!

[@martymodus7205]

Thanks! I've had a radial arm saw in my garage for decades (which I bought from the previous home owner) but I sold it because I couldn't justify the amount of space it took up (and far more dangerous than these). I've always had a circular saw, but never owned a miter or table saw, so this video is very helpful. I had no idea there were battery powered miter saws. Mind blown. That might be perfect for the small jobs I have to do.

[@QQ-wv1gr]

Lovely. Ok go circular saw

[@jegramat]

Thank you for the video. I have been trying to determine what to buy between the miter saw and table saw. Reason being that I want to be able to cut rabbet joint but also be able to cut angles. The only missing information is whether or not the table saw can be set up with a rabbet joint "blade".

[@saveamerica2896]

My husband is lazy and so I'm going to learn how to put trim up and other small things by watching KZbin videos. 👍👍👍

[@360videophoto]

I fall in love too easily... le sigh.

[@shaheen6054]

How are you like this

[@Birdlab]

I own that same table saw and I completely disagree with your comment that the blade guard gets in the way. I use it for 99% of the cuts I make and it does not limit my ability to use the saw. Please teach people to use the equipment properly.