As any expert concrete cutters in Sydney will tell
you; if you want to perform the perfect concrete saw cuts, you have to have the
correct tools, the knowledge of how to do it and the practical skills to
undertake the job.
Concrete sawing
is a precision job and needs skill, care and attention to produce accurate saw
cuts to ensure that you don’t make costly mistakes that could potentially
result in delays, additional costs or injury.
So, how do you
achieve the perfect cut? Here are our top tips for perfect concrete sawing.
Choosing the Right Tools
Anyone
who’s ever carried out any concrete floorsawing in Sydney will know that the number one criterion for expert cutting
is having the right tools and that means having the right saw. Your choice will be either a diamond,
handheld, walk-behind or wet saw depending on the size and strength of the
surface you are cutting.
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You’ll
also need to consider the safety aspects of the job, so protective gear such as
gloves, earmuffs and protective eyewear are a must to avoid the dangers of dust
and concrete debris.
Choosing the Right Blades
Now you’ve
got your tools; you need to choose the correct blade for the job. If you use
the wrong blade, you may end up with poor cuts, or you may make the job more
dangerous as you may need to apply additional pressure to cut through the
concrete. Incorrect blades also increase the potential of generating more dust
and heat from the cutting work.
To choose
the right blade, you’ll need to assess the nature of the job and the cutting
depth. For example, deep cuts will need a larger blade, while extra strong or
thick concrete will require a diamond blade to produce the best results.
Preparation is Key
Just as
for any task, preparation is the key to good results. Start out by assessing
the concrete surface that needs cutting so that you can choose the right tools
and blade for the job. You’ll also need to check whether there are any utility
lines buried within the concrete slab. And don’t forget to mark the surface
with chalk to keep your cuts as accurate as possible.
Cutting the Concrete
Now it’s
down to business. Make a surface cut along your chalk marks to break down the
concrete surface and make the cutting easier. Avoid putting too much pressure
on the saw as you cut. The weight of the saw should be enough to create the
cut, allowing you to simply steer and guide the saw along the cutting line.
Don’t
forget that a lot of heat is generated during concrete cutting so retract the
blade every 30 seconds to allow it to cool and prevent it from overheating.
Follow Our Tips for Perfect Concrete Cutting
Follow the
tips above, and your concrete cutting will become more accurate, cleaner and
much safer. And that’s a win-win situation for everyone concerned.
