The back and forth motion provided by a reciprocating saw eases the process of cutting both small and large holes in drywall. Blades are specifically designed to cut through drywall without tearing the drywall's protective paper backing. The length of the blade allows for a wide range of movement while performing the cut, but the added blade length can cut through piping and wiring running behind the drywall.
Instructions
1. Secure a saw blade in a reciprocating saw. Ensure the saw is unplugged or the battery is removed in cordless models. Pull the end of the blade to extend it to its extended position.
2. Set a scrap piece of drywall on the extended blade. Push the drywall against the guard -- located where the blade enters the end of the reciprocating saw. Mark the drywall -- opposite the guard -- location on the blade with a marker. Remove the blade from the saw.
3. Cut the blade on the marked line with a pair of aviation snips. Install the cut blade in the saw. Plug in the saw or install the battery to ready the saw.
4. Press the cut blade on the drywall. Apply pressure toward the drywall. Depress the trigger of the reciprocating saw. Pull the saw along the wall to cut the drywall without damaging installed pipes or wires.
5. Make all cuts before attempting to remove the cutout section of drywall.
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