Can this tool be used to cut laminate?
649763
While husband was really the purchaser I asked and he hasn't tried that but doesn't see why it wouldn't- seems like he is impressed with it.
649764
Yes it can cut laminate. I have cut formica with it but only small cuts and they were rough because there was no guide and the blades are not specifically for that. I did cut a sma;ll cut out on a formica counter top to allow for the electrical outlet.
1684888
Probably, but it is the wrong blade in the wrong tool for the job. You need a blade with teeth such as a small circular saw and blade or a carpenter's saw.
424649
yes, this cutter is perfect for that, have one at home, have one at work, use the one at work to cut laminated badges all the time, owned the one at work for about 1 1/2 years and so far have not changed the blade or the cutting stick. You will not be let down if you purchase this cutter.
553315
No. This is just for wood/laminate flooring purposes. I suppose if you find a tile blade that would fit the saw it would work for tile u to a certain thickness. As it is boxed it will not cut tile.
1367198
The main reason for using these shears is to not breathe the dust created by cutting hardi plank with a saw. It does a great job. With laminate flooring use a chop saw. I don't know if this tool will cut laminate.
1853684
No, neither will the Skill saw attachment. It'll work great on smaller pieces like laminate flooring, removing dried glue & putty to detailing a pine wood derby car. It's truely a novice's tool.
740979
The Tool Cuts 8 Inch laminate Reasonably Well. I Did Not Have Attached Pad, However I Don't Think The Blade Will Have Any Issues Will Cutting The foam.
332522
Pierce, yes it can, with some care! Makita makes a small plastic insert (comes with the tool) that clips in around the blade within the foot plate. This largely eliminates chipping. I also made a four-foot guide out of angle aluminum (created a channel for both sides of the tool) that enabled me to make reasonably accurate cuts across a sheet of plywood. Am very happy with my Makita!
2195067
Hello Diane, Yes, this tool would be great for the job you described. It even comes with a tile cutting blade. Hope that helps!
855071
Technically it probably could since it can do some cutting tasks but I would not recommend it. There are other tools much better suited to that job - like a coping saw.
1004952
Sure can but best designed purpose is to cut hard materials like metal. Wood cutting is a bit smoky and this cutter isn't really designed to cut wood. Use lower speeds on plastic and acrylic otherwise material will melt instead of cut.
2001530
Sure can. Make sure to use a high-quality ultra-fine finish blade when you rip it to width, and go slowly. You don't want to splinter the edges.
1061821
I just used this saw to install laminate flooring in my house. The blade cut the material fine. The cut was smooth even though I had already cut quite a bit of steel with the blade and it was somewhat dull.
155116
Not sure since I don't have laminate. But wirjs great in tile, therefore would assume it would work great on laminate.
1587470
With the right blade I am sure it can. I guess also depends on how much you are doing and how thick it is. If doing a little bit you will be fine but to me this tool is just a need here and there convenience tool.
1764556
I highly doubt it, but if so it would take a long time to do so. But in defense of the saw, such cuts are not the intended purpose of this saw. This saw is intended for smaller cuts in tight spaces where boards need to be cut flush. For the cuts you are doing you should use either a table saw or a circular saw. Preferably the table saw.
1139070
Yes. I do it all the time. I am a classroom teacher and I laminate everything. This is a workhorse and has lasted for many years. It does dull the blade so you need to change the blade every couple of months.