Cutting a block wall foundation

sf340dvr · Joined: 05 Jul 2005 Posts: 57 Location: Appleton, WI

What's the best way to cut a block wall foundation? I want to put in a egress window, and a need to cut through the wall

jholmes · Joined: 23 Mar 2006 Posts: 80 Location: Eagan, MN

If it's just a cinder block wall, then I would get a diamond blade for your circular saw. There are different types of blades for smooth to fast cutting. I would get a fast cutting segmented blade for this job, they cost $25-$30.

Though, if your only going to use the diamond blade once, and not ever use it again, I would skip buying it and rent a masonry cutting saw for half a day. This will also save the life of your saw. If it's a poored wall, I would certainly do this!

Make sure to protect the face of your cirular saw with some tape before using it of concrete

webmaster · Posted: Mon Apr 03, 2006 2:39 pm Post subject:

You could also get a carbide cutting blade for your circular saw, they are only a few bucks, but they don't last as long as a diamond blade. They also wear out so you won't get a even cutting depth as you go.

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