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How hard is it to cut MDF with a normal handsaw?

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Malenko:

its easier then loading it into a pick up truck; well for some people.

javeryh:


--- Quote from: CheffoJeffo on March 05, 2010, 04:15:34 pm ---You know what, with a GOOD handsaw and technique, you can cut straight enough. Problem is that the GOOD crosscut saw that I own cost me more than either of my circular saws did  ... and I would not use it for general cutting.

I would totally either rent proper tools or pick them up from a pawn shop.

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Really?  Maybe through wood but MDF would just ruin the tool real fast I think.  I'd rent too - pawn shop is another excellent idea.

sk8ersublime:

you can get a decent jigsaw for pretty cheap too

ark_ader:

Be patient or you will be cutting at a gradual angle. 

Get something you can line up your saw with and keep you cutting straight.

Kevin Mullins:


--- Quote from: Malenko on March 05, 2010, 04:22:21 pm ---its easier then loading it into a pick up truck; well for some people.

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 :laugh2:

But back on topic though...... you can most certainly pick up a cheap circular or jigsaw for about if not less than that sheet of MDF cost.
Can it be done with a handsaw..... sure.

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