Title: How to Cut Drywall in a Straight Line | Home Guides | SF Gate
Headings: How to Cut Drywall in a Straight Line
How to Cut Drywall in a Straight Line
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Content: Set the blade depth to about 1/8 inch more than the thickness of the drywall so you don't make deep cuts in the studs or contact any wires or pipes that may be behind the wall. 5
Draw the line on the surface of the drywall with a straightedge and pencil. Plunge the blade of the cutting tool into the drywall at one end of the line and push it slowly to the other end. ‒‒:‒‒
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Tips
When cutting a rectangular hole in installed drywall, cut about 1/2 inch past the corners to allow the off-cut to separate more easily. You can patch the small cut lines that remain in the corners with joint compound. You can also make straight cuts in installed drywall with a pointed hand saw called a drywall saw. It is more difficult to control, however, especially around studs and rafters. Warnings
Wear protective eye gear and a dust mask when cutting drywall with a power tool.