How do you cut PVC pipe with string?
Instead: Dig a hole around the pipe large enough to slip a piece of thin nylon string under the pipe. Attach each end of the string to a wooden handle. Holding a handle in each hand, pull the string tight and use a back and forth sawing motion to cut through the pipe.Click to see…
Instead: Dig a hole around the pipe large enough to slip a piece of thin nylon string under the pipe. Attach each end of the string to a wooden handle. Holding a handle in each hand, pull the string tight and use a back and forth sawing motion to cut through the pipe.Click to see full answer. Also asked, what do you use to cut PVC pipe? CUTTING PVC The easiest way to cut smaller-diameter PVC pipe is with a PVC ratchet cutter. This tool can be purchased for as little as $10, and makes light work of cutting smaller (1½” diameter or less) pipe. For cutting larger diameter pipe, use a hacksaw.Beside above, can I use a Sawzall to cut PVC pipe? Sawzall/Reciprocating Saw As long as you have a long enough blade and some skills, you can cut up to 8” PVC pipe with a reciprocating saw. Also to know is, can you use a hacksaw to cut PVC pipe? The hacksaw or back saw are the most common methods to cut lengths of PVC pipe, as most individuals already have either one in their toolbox or garage. Hacksaws and back saws work well, but are somewhat time consuming and can cause additional work to de-burr the edges of the cut PVC pipe.Will Home Depot cut PVC?Anyway, regarding your question—Home Depot usually has a miter box and a couple of cheap saws over in the molding section, where customers cut their molding to rough/finish lengths prior to going to check out. These saws will easily cut PVC pipe as well.
