Cutting a Straight Line with a Jigsaw
I am one of those people who can barely draw a straight line let
alone cut one with a jigsaw, but there is a foolproof easy way to
do this.You may find it easier just to study the photos. A picture
is worth a thousand words.
I have attempted to explain the procedure verbally here After you
have drawn the cutting line, hold the jigsaw blade at the line and
make a mark where the flat part of the jigsaw sits. Next do the same
where the cutting line ends, and draw a line. Clamp a steel ruler
along this line. When you are cutting along the line, hold the saw
snuggly against the steel ruler.
Keep your eye on the steel ruler, not the saw blade. See photo left.
Don't throw out the triangular pieces that were cut off. They can
be used for the inner third floor walls. For a better explanation
of this technique or more hints on using jigsaws, go here.
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