5 Best Types Of Saws For DIYers

In the world of ready-made things, if you are someone who likes to make his own things in his way, then this article is for you. I personally love DIYers, and I am here to make their work super easy. In today’s article, I will be discussing the best types of saws that every DIYer should have. Keep on reading to find out!! Let’s start, shall we?

Introduction

A saw is basically used to cut wood and other materials like metal and alike. The wood can be of any type. Sometimes, certain types of wood need a special saw but let’s save that for later. 

If you work with wood often, then I should inform you that this article is going to be very beneficial for you. 

There are a lot of types of saws that are available in the market. One can be easily confused between them. But you do not need to worry as I am here to tell you all about it. This article is a beginner-friendly article, so if you have zero information about saws then, sit back and read this article thoroughly in order to know all of the essential information.

The 5 Best Types of Saws for DIYers

1. Reciprocating Saw

The first question that comes to our mind is, what is a reciprocating saw? Well, I will briefly explain it and then move on to the procedure. It is a machine-powered saw, and the cutting action is achieved through reciprocating (push and pull motion) hence the name “reciprocating saw.” This saw has a shoe that is placed near the workpiece in order to extend the blade’s life. What I loved about this saw is that you only need one blade to cut through your desired object or material. The only downside is that you have to learn how to cut straight with it. You will require some practice before using this saw on your actual project, so make sure to keep that in mind.

2. Circular Saw

If your work is heavy-duty, then I will highly suggest you go for this one. This saw will cut almost all types of wood. These saws come in two different types, i.e., Sidewinders and Worm Drives. Sidewinders are more compact and light. They have the blade on the left side, whereas its motor is on the right side. They are for light-duty work. Worm drivers are heavier than sidewinders. They cut faster than sidewinders. A Circular saw is ideal for cross-cutting, ripping sheet stock, or framing members, and alike. 

3. Hand Saw

The most commonly used saw is a hand saw because when you are using it, you are not bound to cut in a specific way. You can cut the desired material however you want to. Most of the hand saws are versatile; hence you can cut in different ways and scenarios, so that’s a plus point. If you are new in the world of DIYs, I would highly recommend you start with your journey with a typical hand saw. In my opinion, a hand saw is best for beginners because you have full control over what you are doing.

4. Hacksaw

These saws have thin and interchangeable blades, which make cutting saw very easy. Hacksaw is ideal for cutting metal pipes. My favourite thing about this saw is that you can change its tooth pattern according to the thickness of your desired material. It also has a tension nut that allows you to stretch the blade taut, which will make the sawing process even easier.

5. Folding Saw             

As the name explains that this saw is folding, which means it takes up less space and it is portable. You can take this saw while you are on the go. These are mostly used for campers and trekkers. So, if you are someone who is always on the go and needs a saw, this one’s it. One con is that it might not be as powerful as others, but it gets the job done. 

Wrapping it up

For choosing the right type of saw, you should consider the kind of work that you are going to take from it. Go for a heavy-duty saw if you are working with hard and sturdy materials; otherwise, look for a lighter and compact saw. Have a good day!