Title: How to Cut Open Plaster Lath Walls | Home Guides | SF Gate
Headings: How to Cut Open Plaster Lath Walls
How to Cut Open Plaster Lath Walls
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Content: By holding the saw at this angle, the tip of the blade glides over any framing members inside the wall. Cut along one of the pencil lines. 5
Cut the remaining lines of the outline in the same way. Remove the cutout portion of plaster and lath with a hammer. Remove any lath nails in the framing with a nail bar. Gather the corners of the dropcloth together to dispose of the plaster and lath residue. 00:06
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Hammer Zone: Cutting a Hole in a Plaster Wall
Home Depot: Reciprocating Saw Blades
Writer Bio
William Machin began work in construction at the age of 15, while still in high school. In 35 years, he's gained expertise in all phases of residential construction, retrofit and remodeling.