I just heard about it too, I need a pic of the angle set up. As with anything of this sort there is a learning curve and it just takes lots of practice.
Forum Responses In this tutorial, follow along with Bob Schmidt as he shows you how to cope with inside corners. Slowly move through the cut, paying attention to your guides for accuracy. I got a package of the bolt-on discs. After you cut the 45 degree angle, run the wood crossways the blade of the table saw.
sanding disk backer disk to fit yur RA or the T nut to hold the disk on to the RA only use two agressive disks back to back.... don't waste yur money on the DW accessories... they're not flat or round or something... go with Norton or 3M or one of the other better products... Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming.
I have seen a jig like this before and will consider any ideas. Become a member and get instant access to thousands of videos, how-tos, tool reviews, and design features. The cut piece should fit … I've had trouble getting mitered baseboard to fit nicely. By coping, you can avoid cutting 2 44.5° (e.g.) 3. Learning how to cope baseboard the right way creates the perfect corner every time. I'm wondering if my Roto Jip wouldn't be Safety always comes first, so check all the safety measures and the parts of your angle grinder before using it. I go back to the Collins coping foot for larger crown and base and use the grinder to clean up. An expert at home repair, remodel, and DIY projects for nearly 40 years. If you are cutting baseboard for an inside corner, put your pieces up together and see how well they fit (Image 1). November 19, 2005, KnowledgeBase: Architectural Millwork: Millwork Installer, KnowledgeBase: Architectural Millwork: Moldings. This takes a long time to cope around each profile.
A few more copes and I think I’ll have the hang of it. Cope the profile part, and miter the flat part. - Wallace Stevens.
miters.
Never remove the guard while you’re working. I think I may try 2 when I finish the baseboard trim in our kitchen. It is now the preferred method of coping for my outfit.
Cope the whole thing Rather than cope these inside joints, I cut standard inside miters and after I had all the pieces cut and fit, I counter sunk and glued and screwed them together from the back side.
This technique outlined below is perfect for corners that are both square and not square–as many are! Now Dennis spends his time on fine woodworking projects and tool comparisons. Smaller and has variable speed. I think I may try 2 when I finish the baseboard trim in our kitchen.
Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation, Job Opportunities and Woodworking Services, Most carpenters apply a whole range of specialized tools and methods, but everyone has a favorite approach. A coping foot is an all-in-one tool, and no dust, very little noise, and with a good jig saw, very little vibration.
Completely redone from the inside out, and restored to its original form, the home is a featured design by renowned Southern California Architect Cliff May, considered to be the father of the California Ranch Home. Take this part seriously, as even small mistake can end up harming you. It might even be dangerous. You got it.I'll try to take some pics when I'm out in the shop today if I have any base around.- KitTechnique is proof of your seriousness.
Then the only part you have to fiddle with is the top profiled section, plus you get a dead straight cut on the majority of the cope.Does that make sense?- KitTechnique is proof of your seriousness. .
Have had a n angle grinder for probably 16 years and never thought to put the two processes together. After coping about five of those built-up hard maple corners with my trusty old coping saw I couldn't even grip my hammer. Even if there's shrinkage, it's unlikely that a gap would open.
Not a lot of tension just a little. If it is not a tight fit, you may want to cope the baseboard. Yeah, dusty, but whatever.
If you’ve never used a coping saw before, practice on a scrap piece. His first experience came in completely restoring an antique home.
Applying too much pressure can affect the quality of the cut as the wheel can yank a piece of the wood. Take a good look at the wheel to detect any signs of damage. Is the baseboard mostly straight, or is it fully profiled (if that makes any sense). What a Ride!Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
I'll have to give that a try. I'll practice on scrap first, if I have enough scrap to practice on. Something had to be done, and since we were 5 hours away from any major cities and were staying in a trailer on site, going down to the tool store and buying one of those nifty coping devices wasn't an option.
I'm thinking about strapping the grinder in place on the bench and moving the molding through it. Learning how to use the angle grinder guarantees your safety and the quality of your job.
You can accidentally push the trigger, so you must make sure that your angle grinder has no access to electricity. It takes a steady hand and it also smokes a little, but I use this setup all the time now. I never got very efficient with that thing anyway. Instead of using a coping saw, learn to cope 1×4 baseboard with a miter saw. Don’t force the cutting process if you hit a knot in the wood. Home » Projects » How to Use an Angle Grinder to Cut Wood. Hay thanks all. Intricate profiles were no problem at all. Many accessories can go well with your angle grinder. From contributor F: We have 8" yellow pine with a ogee on the top, with flat stock below. Most rooms are not square, or square enough, coping allows for a margin of error. If the wheel accidentally shatters, the guard will protect you from the flying debris. After getting ready, it’s time to put your machine to work.
Bryan,After you cut the miter for your cope, flip your piece on the saw and cut down the flat section of the miter with the saw set about 10 degrees. What about making a 1/8" tracer with a router or roto zip from a good fitting pattern? SawsHub is a collection of DIY enthusiasts and woodworking experts. Cope the profile part, and miter the flat part. to fast for everything else. Does anyone have any thoughts?
Grab your coping saw and start cutting. It’s a good idea to secure your angle grinder to the workbench using clamps, for example.
Learn about the team! 1.
As you start to cut the wood, you need to apply some light pressure. I can confidently say that I expect to be a life-long subscriber."
Coped joints for baseboard look great, but can be time-consuming. Using a coping saw, cut out the miter at a back angle to create a negative cut (Image 2). I think I understand.
Hold your angle grinder with both hands for maximum control. The dominant hand will be doing most of the work. Edited 3/20/2008 7:40 pm ET by Biff_Loman. Maybe you've got a Mac? Since you said you would consider any ideas: Once in a while, like when I recently installed 6" tall base in a semi-turret that had a series of three walls running at 45 degrees to one another.
Here is how you can use the machine to cut wood. When installing baseboards, the inside corners are the trickiest part. I was convinced that if I used the proper technique, the Collins tool would do a great job. I still use the cope saw & rasps on smaller items. An airtight seam is a subtle finish to a room you take for granted.
However, I think that the technique could use some tweeking and when I get a little more time, maybe this summer, I'm going to fool around with it. The best angle grinders on the market will allow you to safely and quickly make a variety of cuts, including wood. After securing the angle grinder, hit the power button and let the machine reach its full speed. Angle grinders can be used for sanding, grinding, cleaning, and definitely cutting. WOW!!!
Of course for the big heavy 16' pieces I would do it holding the grinder. a bit more controllable. We use the coping saw for the decorative piece on the baseboard and then use a jigsaw for the straight part. Use a. Flap sanders tend to last about a month with heavier use. Went to despot to get disc and realized I had know idea what to get. Get complete site access to expert advice, how-to videos, Code Check, and more, plus the print magazine.
Forum Responses In this tutorial, follow along with Bob Schmidt as he shows you how to cope with inside corners. Slowly move through the cut, paying attention to your guides for accuracy. I got a package of the bolt-on discs. After you cut the 45 degree angle, run the wood crossways the blade of the table saw.
sanding disk backer disk to fit yur RA or the T nut to hold the disk on to the RA only use two agressive disks back to back.... don't waste yur money on the DW accessories... they're not flat or round or something... go with Norton or 3M or one of the other better products... Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming.
I have seen a jig like this before and will consider any ideas. Become a member and get instant access to thousands of videos, how-tos, tool reviews, and design features. The cut piece should fit … I've had trouble getting mitered baseboard to fit nicely. By coping, you can avoid cutting 2 44.5° (e.g.) 3. Learning how to cope baseboard the right way creates the perfect corner every time. I'm wondering if my Roto Jip wouldn't be Safety always comes first, so check all the safety measures and the parts of your angle grinder before using it. I go back to the Collins coping foot for larger crown and base and use the grinder to clean up. An expert at home repair, remodel, and DIY projects for nearly 40 years. If you are cutting baseboard for an inside corner, put your pieces up together and see how well they fit (Image 1). November 19, 2005, KnowledgeBase: Architectural Millwork: Millwork Installer, KnowledgeBase: Architectural Millwork: Moldings. This takes a long time to cope around each profile.
A few more copes and I think I’ll have the hang of it. Cope the profile part, and miter the flat part. - Wallace Stevens.
miters.
Never remove the guard while you’re working. I think I may try 2 when I finish the baseboard trim in our kitchen. It is now the preferred method of coping for my outfit.
Cope the whole thing Rather than cope these inside joints, I cut standard inside miters and after I had all the pieces cut and fit, I counter sunk and glued and screwed them together from the back side.
This technique outlined below is perfect for corners that are both square and not square–as many are! Now Dennis spends his time on fine woodworking projects and tool comparisons. Smaller and has variable speed. I think I may try 2 when I finish the baseboard trim in our kitchen.
Dust Collection, Safety and Plant Operation, Job Opportunities and Woodworking Services, Most carpenters apply a whole range of specialized tools and methods, but everyone has a favorite approach. A coping foot is an all-in-one tool, and no dust, very little noise, and with a good jig saw, very little vibration.
Completely redone from the inside out, and restored to its original form, the home is a featured design by renowned Southern California Architect Cliff May, considered to be the father of the California Ranch Home. Take this part seriously, as even small mistake can end up harming you. It might even be dangerous. You got it.I'll try to take some pics when I'm out in the shop today if I have any base around.- KitTechnique is proof of your seriousness.
Then the only part you have to fiddle with is the top profiled section, plus you get a dead straight cut on the majority of the cope.Does that make sense?- KitTechnique is proof of your seriousness. .
Have had a n angle grinder for probably 16 years and never thought to put the two processes together. After coping about five of those built-up hard maple corners with my trusty old coping saw I couldn't even grip my hammer. Even if there's shrinkage, it's unlikely that a gap would open.
Not a lot of tension just a little. If it is not a tight fit, you may want to cope the baseboard. Yeah, dusty, but whatever.
If you’ve never used a coping saw before, practice on a scrap piece. His first experience came in completely restoring an antique home.
Applying too much pressure can affect the quality of the cut as the wheel can yank a piece of the wood. Take a good look at the wheel to detect any signs of damage. Is the baseboard mostly straight, or is it fully profiled (if that makes any sense). What a Ride!Forget the primal scream, just ROAR!!!
I'll have to give that a try. I'll practice on scrap first, if I have enough scrap to practice on. Something had to be done, and since we were 5 hours away from any major cities and were staying in a trailer on site, going down to the tool store and buying one of those nifty coping devices wasn't an option.
I'm thinking about strapping the grinder in place on the bench and moving the molding through it. Learning how to use the angle grinder guarantees your safety and the quality of your job.
You can accidentally push the trigger, so you must make sure that your angle grinder has no access to electricity. It takes a steady hand and it also smokes a little, but I use this setup all the time now. I never got very efficient with that thing anyway. Instead of using a coping saw, learn to cope 1×4 baseboard with a miter saw. Don’t force the cutting process if you hit a knot in the wood. Home » Projects » How to Use an Angle Grinder to Cut Wood. Hay thanks all. Intricate profiles were no problem at all. Many accessories can go well with your angle grinder. From contributor F: We have 8" yellow pine with a ogee on the top, with flat stock below. Most rooms are not square, or square enough, coping allows for a margin of error. If the wheel accidentally shatters, the guard will protect you from the flying debris. After getting ready, it’s time to put your machine to work.
Bryan,After you cut the miter for your cope, flip your piece on the saw and cut down the flat section of the miter with the saw set about 10 degrees. What about making a 1/8" tracer with a router or roto zip from a good fitting pattern? SawsHub is a collection of DIY enthusiasts and woodworking experts. Cope the profile part, and miter the flat part. to fast for everything else. Does anyone have any thoughts?
Grab your coping saw and start cutting. It’s a good idea to secure your angle grinder to the workbench using clamps, for example.
Learn about the team! 1.
As you start to cut the wood, you need to apply some light pressure. I can confidently say that I expect to be a life-long subscriber."
Coped joints for baseboard look great, but can be time-consuming. Using a coping saw, cut out the miter at a back angle to create a negative cut (Image 2). I think I understand.
Hold your angle grinder with both hands for maximum control. The dominant hand will be doing most of the work. Edited 3/20/2008 7:40 pm ET by Biff_Loman. Maybe you've got a Mac? Since you said you would consider any ideas: Once in a while, like when I recently installed 6" tall base in a semi-turret that had a series of three walls running at 45 degrees to one another.
Here is how you can use the machine to cut wood. When installing baseboards, the inside corners are the trickiest part. I was convinced that if I used the proper technique, the Collins tool would do a great job. I still use the cope saw & rasps on smaller items. An airtight seam is a subtle finish to a room you take for granted.
However, I think that the technique could use some tweeking and when I get a little more time, maybe this summer, I'm going to fool around with it. The best angle grinders on the market will allow you to safely and quickly make a variety of cuts, including wood. After securing the angle grinder, hit the power button and let the machine reach its full speed. Angle grinders can be used for sanding, grinding, cleaning, and definitely cutting. WOW!!!
Of course for the big heavy 16' pieces I would do it holding the grinder. a bit more controllable. We use the coping saw for the decorative piece on the baseboard and then use a jigsaw for the straight part. Use a. Flap sanders tend to last about a month with heavier use. Went to despot to get disc and realized I had know idea what to get. Get complete site access to expert advice, how-to videos, Code Check, and more, plus the print magazine.