Title: The Right Way to Cut a Hole in a Plaster Wall | DoItYourself.com
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The Right Way to Cut a Hole in a Plaster Wall
Step 1 - Mark the Area With a Pencil
Step 2 - Punch in the Center of the Area
Step 3 - Set up the Saw
Step 4 - Follow the Pencil Line With the Saw

Content: Remember, this wall is not made of paperboard. Plaster is much harder and heavier, and is going to require more force and effort. Step 3 - Set up the Saw
Once the opening in the center of the area is large enough for your saw blade to enter, it’s time to work with a little more power. A reciprocating saw is not very expensive but for a one-time job you may want to rent one from your local home improvement store. For a small fee you can have a professional tool without having to pay the full purchase price. The reciprocating saw is going to cut through the wall pretty easily. Attach a 6-inch wrecking or demolition blade to the saw. These blades are strong and thick, and designed to cut through nail embedded wood, metal, plastic, and other materials. They won't bend or torque as easily as all-purpose blades. Using a longer blade risks damage to the back of the wall on the opposite side of the framing.