How to Use A Miter Box To Cut Trim

You don't need to cut trim with a power saw. Use a miter box to cut trim for a small project.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Trim
• Miter box with trim saw ($20-$40)

1. When you buy the trim for your project, buy a miter box and saw as well.

2. Measure your trim to size. Place the trim in the miter box and place the saw on the waste side of the cut line, so the edge of the saw just grazes the cut mark.

3. Using the miter box as a guide, cut through the trim with the saw. Use straight back and forth strokes.

4. If you want to cut the trim at an angle, use the angle slots to guide the saw. The 45 degree angle slot will allow you to cut matching corner angles.

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on 7/30/2009 7 on a 1-10 scale