RotoZip GP8 1/8-Inch Guide Point Drywall Cutting Zip Bit, 8-Pack

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I chose to go with the Ryobi Cordless Orbital Jig Saw (after the one pictured above died during a silicone caulk accident…don’t ask haha) because it’s a great price and works with my existing tools and batteries – but whatever you manufacturer you choose, you’ll be just fine. They all make fantastic jigsaws! If you’re shopping for a multi-tool for drywall, you’ll also want to consider how you’ll use it for other projects. It’s versatility is what makes it one of the most useful tools in your collection! If you want one tool to do pretty much all your drywall cuts, a spiral saw or Rotozip is the perfect choice. It’s great at plunge cuts, freehand cuts, cut-outs, circular cuts, and pretty much anything else. You’ll likely still want a good utility knife ( like this one I mentioned above), but those two together make a great pair. What To Look For In A Spiral Saw or Rotozip to Cut Drywall Reciprocating saws are probably a little overpowered for drywall work, but they can certainly help you get the job done – especially if you use a specialty drywall blade like this instead of a normal reciprocating saw blade.

The blades on most handheld drywall saws are longer than what you’d generally need. I’ve not used them, but I know you can also find retractable drywall saws, like this one, that allow you to extend the blade only as far out as you need for your project. #3: Oscillating MultitoolCordless capability (unless you’re buying a Rotozip brand, then you’ll probably want to go corded since your existing batteries won’t work) Jigsaws are pretty intuitive to use, but I’ve found they’re best when starting from the edge of material, or within a pre-cut plunge hole – they don’t do plunge cuts very well. And start slow – remember, more speed isn’t better! #7: Hole Saw Cutter

Speaking from experience, if you go too small the first time, you’re going to have a LOT of trouble enlarging the hole since there’s no longer material for the pilot bit to guide the tool through. When you’re choosing your handheld drywall saw, look for one that has a sharp and pointed tip, like this one. This will make it easier for you to get the saw into the drywall in the first place and can save you from having to drill a starting hole in the drywall for your saw. If you already own a reciprocating saw and need to make a large volume of rough cuts (just make sure to get the drywall blade!) You will absolutely want to wear a great mask anytime you’re working with drywall – it’s one of the finest particles out there. So fine, in fact, that if you’re going to be doing drywall cleanup with a shopvac, you’ll need a specialty bag.A good utility knife or razor knife is essential to nearly every drywall project – even if you aren’t sure you’ll need it, make sure you have one on hand. What To Look For In A Utility Knife or Razor Knife to Cut Drywall Cutting drywall can be difficult, messy, and time-consuming, especially if you’re using the wrong tool for the job. But how do you make the right tool choice? Much like a utility knife, a drywall or jab saw is great for small, straight cuts into drywall. That being said, it can do rough curved cuts, you’ll just have to be quite careful.

To use a multitool to cut drywall, align your blade with the mark of where you want to cut on your drywall. Then, slowly squeeze the tool to start cutting- faster is not better. Use as much speed as you need to get through the material, and no more.If you are cutting a large hole in drywall, it may be easier for you to use a power tool, like a reciprocating saw, or an oscillating multi-tool. If you’re operating in a smaller area, such as cutting drywall for an outlet, you may opt for something lighter, like a utility knife or a keyhole saw. Another time that’s great for using a multitool is if you’re in cramped conditions – there’s really no other tool that can work in tight spaces like a multitool! What To Look For In An Oscillating Multitool Cut Drywall

Before you hang any of your drywall, you want to make sure that the power to any electrical boxes you’ll be near is turned off. To conceal the seams that pop up in between the sheets of drywall, you’ll want to spread joint compound or joint tape to bridge the gap. You can also use these materials to fill in any defects or imperfections you notice in the drywall sheets.

It might not be the first tool that comes to mind when thinking about cutting drywall, but it’s definitely one that I’ve reached for in the past. When To Use A Jigsaw to Cut Drywall If you’re working with drywall that is already hung on your wall, make sure to be aware of how far you are inserting your saw into the wall – you definitely don’t want to poke through the other side! Why? Because drywall is actually made up of gypsum powder sandwiched between two layers of heavy-duty paper, and you only need to cut through or score the paper to get a clean cut. In other words, there’s no reason to cut all the way through. With that being said, circular saws definitely shouldn’t be your first choice – using a circular saw to cut drywall will produce a TON of dust, and other tools can do it better. But, if it’s what you have on hand, it can certainly be done in a pinch. When To Use A Circular Saw to Cut Drywall A jigsaw is a very versatile tool – it’s probably one of the most used in my collection. You’ll want to think about all the ways you can use a jigsaw before purchasing one. In other words, don’t buy it just to cut drywall…think about all the other uses too!