flush cut saw
1 of 1noun/ˈflʌʃ ˈkʌt ˈsɔ/
Forms:flush cut saws
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a flexible hand saw designed for making flush cuts or trimming materials close to a surface
A flush cut saw is a hand tool designed for making precise cuts close to a surface without leaving a gap. It features a thin, flexible blade that allows for cutting right up against edges or surfaces, such as trimming dowels, nails, or small bumps. The blade typically has fine teeth that help create smooth, clean cuts. Flush cut saws are commonly used in woodworking, carpentry, and furniture making, especially for finishing touches where a clean, even surface is important. The saw’s design ensures that it does not damage the surrounding area during cutting.
- The carpenter used a flush cut saw to trim the wooden dowels so they were level with the surface.
- When installing the cabinet hardware, the builder relied on a flush cut saw to make precise cuts around the edges.
- She grabbed the flush cut saw to carefully remove the nail sticking out of the doorframe.
- After gluing the pieces together, the woodworker used the flush cut saw to clean up the joints.
- He reached for the flush cut saw to cut the small bump from the surface of the tabletop before sanding it smooth.