How to Make Angled Base Inside Corner Cuts With a Miter Saw

Making inline corner cuts to your baseboard molding is a simple carpentry skill once know the tricks of the trade. You can be the carpenter with the know-how to tackle corner cuts. Your work will be the envy of your friends and neighbors.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tape measure
• Baseboard molding
• Miter saw
• Protective eyewear

1. Measure to determine the lengths of baseboard molding you need to cut. These measurements are critical to achieving a professional finish. Most contractors suggest measuring multiple times to insure accuracy.

2. Set your miter saw to cut a 45-degree angle. Your inside corner is 90 degrees. Since you're joining two sections of baseboard to meet, they will each be cut at half of that angle.

3. Make an inline cut on one section of baseboard molding and set it aside. Pay attention to how you place the baseboard when making this initial cut.

4. Turn the other section of baseboard around and make another inline cut at a 45-degree angle. This cut should be in the opposite direction of the first baseboard.

5. Check to make sure the two sections fit. They should slide together snugly, creating a perfect 90-degree corner.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice your cuts for accuracy. It will seem as if you're cutting the baseboard exactly opposite of how you think you should. The bevels should be cut in such a way that the longest sections of baseboard are closest to the wall.