How to remove tongue-and-groove floorboards with a saw?
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The curved front of a floorboard saw also comes in handy when you need to cut a tongue and groove joint that holds two floorboards together. | |
Tongue-and-groove boards before joining | |
Tongue and groove boards connected together | |
Step 1 - Insert the blade into the slotTo cut a joint, turn the saw upside down and insert the bent tip into the gap between two boards. | |
Step 2 - Move the blade away from youWhen you feel the blade making contact with the joint, begin to slowly push the saw away from you, applying very slight downward pressure in one long motion. | |
Step 3 - Raise the floorboardAfter the joint has been cut, you can lift the floorboard with a wide chisel. |
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