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can you cut this panel with a hand saw?

Jen_Andrew
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can you cut this panel with a hand saw?

https://www.bunnings.com.au/specrite-1200-x-405mm-18mm-timber-panel-merbau-fj-laminated_p8330195?pro...

Hi

 

I was thinking of making a small side table with this panel. But I only need it half the length. I want to build something like this desk, but half the length and no drawers. 

 

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/t5/How-To/How-to-build-a-desk/ba-p/61383

 

I don’t have any power cutting tools but I have a hand saw. It’s this Bahco saw

 

https://www.bunnings.com.au/bahco-550mm-hardpoint-hand-saw_p5710249

 

Is it possible to cut through such a panel with just a hand saw or will it be too difficult? And if I cut through it, how do I make sure the cut edge is straight? Will I need to sand it straight (I have an orbital sander).

 

Regards

Re: can you cut this panel with a hand saw?

Thanks @MitchellMc   How much does it cost btw? And can any store do it?

Re: can you cut this panel with a hand saw?

Any store can do it, and typically, the first cut would be free @Jen_Andrew.

 

Mitchell

 

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