For softwoods, softer hardwoods (poplar, mahogany, alder, etc.), and sheet goods, run your jigsaw at its highest speed for most cuts. If you encounter resistance, back off the speed slightly. Dense hardwoods, such as cherry, maple, oak, and walnut, call for a slower blade speed to avoid burning.

Can you cut timber with a jigsaw?

The Jigsaw is a really versatile tool that’s great for cutting curved shapes in wood or anything else that is normally not straight – when scribing timber to irregular shapes for example. It is also great for cutting things like kitchen worktops for hobs or sinks and for cutting letterboxes in doors.

What are 3 ways to cut wood?

The most common methods are plain sawing, quarter sawing, and rift sawing. *None of these sawing methods can guarantee the same results on 100% of boards. See for yourself how each method can have a striking impact on the overall look of a hardwood floor. The plain sawing method is the most common.