5 Awesome Miter Saw Tips & Tricks You Need to Know

😎Check and adjust the blade alignment by using a square on the fence for straight and square cuts.

🤩Cut angles beyond the saw's capacity by using double-sided tape and a scrap wood guide.

🙌Create matching angles on different width boards by tracing and adjusting the miter saw's bevel.

🔪Make precise small cuts by lowering the blade and using the piece to push the blade slightly for accurate trimming.

🛠️Use a zero clearance plate and a small piece holder jig for better support and safety when cutting small pieces.

How do I check and adjust the blade alignment?

—Hold a square against the fence and adjust the base plate until the blade aligns perfectly with the square.

How can I cut angles beyond the saw's capacity?

—Attach double-sided tape to the fixed part of the base plate, place a scrap wood guide on top, and cut at a 45° angle to create a guide for larger angles.

How do I create matching angles on different width boards?

—Trace the boards on top of each other, mark one board, place the other board on top, and transfer the angle to the miter saw using a bevel gauge.

How can I make precise small cuts?

—Lower the blade and use the piece to push the blade slightly, ensuring the desired amount of material is cut without measuring.

How do I improve support and safety when cutting small pieces?

—Create a zero clearance plate for the miter saw to provide complete support and use a small piece holder jig to keep your fingers away from the blade.

00:00Introduction and overview of the five miter saw tips and tricks to be discussed.

02:06Checking and adjusting the blade alignment for straight and square cuts.

03:30Cutting angles beyond the saw's capacity using double-sided tape and a scrap wood guide.

05:32Creating matching angles on different width boards by tracing and adjusting the miter saw's bevel.

07:22Making precise small cuts by lowering the blade and using the piece as a guide.

08:56Using a zero clearance plate and a small piece holder jig for better support and safety when cutting small pieces.

09:09Conclusion and closing remarks.