Discover the best saws for any job

Saws are great for a large number of DIY projects at home that require cutting of wood, metals or similar materials. As such, they are highly essential to have in your toolset. With many different types available, you are sure to find the ideal saw tool to take care of the job in question. Whether you are looking for circular saws, power saws, hacksaws or the always reliable hand saw, we have it.

Saws are important cornerstones of every toolbox

If you like to show off your handy skills or are simply a regular homeowner, chances are you need to have a range of tools lying around in case you need them. Here, having a saw or two will likely come in handy on more than one occasion. It might be that you need to do some renovations - big or small - build a treehouse for your children or simply trim the trees. Saws truly are a cornerstone of every proper toolbox or shed.

Discover a large variety of reliable saws at affordable prices

A saw is simply not a saw, as you probably already guessed. Both their construction, design, blade, size and use vary. Each type of saw tool is tailored to tackle a specific task. At vidaXL, you can explore an extensive range of saws for whichever project you have in the works:

• Handsaws are generally your go-to choice for cutting manually in wood, whether it be planks or lumber.

• Hacksaws are great for manual precision cuts. Often, they are also available as metal saws.

• Jigsaws are a favourite choice for cutting various shapes and curves in wood.

• Mitre saws are ideal for quickly and precisely cutting different angles, such as cross cuts, mitre cuts and bevel cuts.

• Backsaws are suitable for precise cutting in wood materials with a limited depth and are popularly used for woodworking.

• Circular saws are of great use for cutting precise, straight lines in dimensional plywood, lumber and other similar wooden materials. A favourite choice for framing.

Our range of saws surely includes the specific type of saw tool you need or prefer. No matter which alternative you choose, we offer durable and reliable saws at affordable prices. Don’t forget to check out our selection of saw horses to help keep the wood stable while cutting and ensure a comfortable working position.

How to select the ideal saw tool for your DIY-project

Many types of saws exist. As briefly mentioned, you can find saws that are generally suited for various specific tasks. Your choice of saw tool is not as simple as simply deciding whether you need a hand saw, hacksaw or something different. Still, there are other factors to account for as well if you want to ensure an optimal result and make the tool work with you and not against you.

For precision work or aggressive cutting?

The saw’s teeth play a central role in the type of cut you make. It all depends on how many teeth the saw has. Most saw blades are rated via teeth per inch (TPI), which range from 2 to 32. The higher the number, the more teeth your saw has. Saws with higher TPI ratings are ideal for precise, smooth cuts. Saws with lower TPI ratings produce a rougher cut but are quicker at cutting through the material.

Find a fitting saw for the material

Your saw naturally needs to be able to cut through the material in question without any unnecessary challenges. Your decision here mostly depends on whether you need to saw wood, metal, plastic or perhaps concrete. In any case, it is important to ensure that the saw is recommended for the material you need to cut through. That way, you avoid damaging the saw blade and wasting a lot of time and effort on getting nowhere. 

Consider ergonomic design features

When working on larger DIY projects, having a saw that is comfortable to work with and feels natural in your hand can make an important difference in the long run. As such, go for a saw with an ergonomic handle, especially when choosing a handsaw, hacksaw or backsaw.

Tips for making precise bevel cuts

A common challenge occurs when you must have two pieces of wood join together at an angle - a so-called bevel cut. Making a completely precise cut is necessary in this case. To make a precise bevel cut, you must:

1. Place the bevel angle up against the angle you want to measure and make your board fit.

2. Lock the bevel angle, and keep it on top of the piece of wood you want to cut.

3. Mark the angle on the wood with a pencil, and then begin to saw.

If you want to ensure maximum precision with your cut, you can opt for a mitre saw.