Title: 3 Simple Ways to Cut Drywall on the Wall - wikiHow
Headings: How to Cut Drywall on the Wall
How to Cut Drywall on the Wall
Method 1
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Planning the Cuts and Taking Safety Measures Download Article
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Method 2
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Cutting by Hand with a Jab Saw Download Article
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Method 3
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Using an Electric Rotary Tool Download Article
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Cutting by Hand with a Jab Saw
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Content: Prolonged exposure to drywall dust in your lungs may cause respiratory problems. Method 2
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Plunge the tip of a jab saw into the drywall where you want to start cutting. [ 2]
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Home Improvement Specialist Expert Interview. 24 February 2021. Place the sharp tip of the jab saw against the drywall, then wiggle it back and forth while applying strong pressure to push it straight through using your dominant hand. Use your non-dominant hand to push on the back of the handle if you need more force to get it through.