harrycatcat1 Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) Whats the best way to cut part of a skirting board in situ. I intend to fit an electric fire flush up to the wall but dont want to take the board off and create a bigger job. I have looked at recipritating saws but not sure if they would cut flush. Whats the PW opinion please? Regards H edited to add if there are any electricians around "town" that want a little job of fitting two surface mounted sockets and wiring them up under the floor boards please pm me. Must be qualified please. Edited April 30, 2015 by harrycatcat1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grrclark Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 If you could borrow a fein multimaster that is the perfect tool for the job. There are a quite a few similar type things from other brands now too with Lidl often selling them. It is an oscillating multi tool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proud dad Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 http://www.toucantools.co.uk/fein_multimaster_talent_quickstart_fmt250q.html?source=googlebase&option_id=709&option_value_id=1635&kw=&fl=1000&ci=55752836678&network=pla&gclid=CJn_hNXZnsUCFYgIwwodSK0AVA Cheaper versions are available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konnie Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Don't know what they are called but we use those vibrating saws, (has a blade on it)when fitting fireplaces Possibly whats mentioned above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 I have a fein for reasons just like this, it paid for itself in a week cutting slots out of plastic architrave for door closers, and then got dumped in the shed for years, it occasionally comes out of hiding as it's a very specific tool, but sometimes nothing else will do the job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proud dad Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 You can also do it with a normal hand saw if you take it steady. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted April 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 http://www.toucantools.co.uk/fein_multimaster_talent_quickstart_fmt250q.html?source=googlebase&option_id=709&option_value_id=1635&kw=&fl=1000&ci=55752836678&network=pla&gclid=CJn_hNXZnsUCFYgIwwodSK0AVA Cheaper versions are available. Would this be the thing to do the job? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rhyas-Oscillating-Combi-Multi-Function-Tool-Sander-Scraper-15-FREE-Accessories-/351174642587?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item51c3a3cb9b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 a floor board saw will do it, if you're into scouring carboot sales there's usually one or two floating about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted April 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 You can also do it with a normal hand saw if you take it steady. I was going to resort to that but it would be testicle ache as its 6" skirting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proud dad Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Would this be the thing to do the job? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rhyas-Oscillating-Combi-Multi-Function-Tool-Sander-Scraper-15-FREE-Accessories-/351174642587?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item51c3a3cb9b Yes, that would do it. I'm not sure how well made they are but for the odd bit of diy I'm sure it would be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Would this be the thing to do the job? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rhyas-Oscillating-Combi-Multi-Function-Tool-Sander-Scraper-15-FREE-Accessories-/351174642587?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item51c3a3cb9b that's it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grrclark Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Would this be the thing to do the job? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rhyas-Oscillating-Combi-Multi-Function-Tool-Sander-Scraper-15-FREE-Accessories-/351174642587?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item51c3a3cb9b Yes, that is the very thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 This one has had good reviews, and if anything goes wrong with it, you have Amazon to back you up. http://www.amazon.co.uk/VonHaus-Oscillating-Multi-piece-accessory/dp/B00NC3968E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1430420774&sr=8-1&keywords=vonhaus+oscillating+multi+tool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oliver90owner Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Pad saw and some sharp chisels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blankfirer Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 hello pal multitool at bq mcallister 30 quid they do the job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 hello, i always used a pad saw cutting 2 small holes either end of required cut, dont forget HEATING PIPES/ELECTRIC CABLES, a digi cable pipe finder is a must. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grrclark Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 hello, i always used a pad saw cutting 2 small holes either end of required cut, dont forget HEATING PIPES/ELECTRIC CABLES, a digi cable pipe finder is a must. That's the benefit of the Fein type tools, super thin kerf, super accurate and no worry of cutting into something blind behind the skirting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuffy Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Sharp chisel will do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shropshire_Lad Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 The multi tools are amazing bits of kit. I have a Bosch and cut 12 9"x3" joists in place with tongue and groove flooring above for steels to slot up and in between, with a sharp new blade it took minutes and was pain free !! Ok you have to cut from both sides to get the depth but never the less it did it . For cheap good blades try Krop off that site :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LancsLad45 Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) I used a tenon saw last weekend to chop skirting board out to fit my gun safe. 2 cuts and done in 10 minutes. I've got 6" skirting boards as well. Edited April 30, 2015 by LancsLad45 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 A Dremel would do it easily-if you were nearer I would lend you mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chady Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Mark your line drill a hole 10mm or however big. So the hole edge is inline with you cut line. Then you can get a small saw in. Or drill the bottom of the skirting and use a copping saw or something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosd Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) If you don't want to buy any tools but have a drill. Mark your two lines, and simply drill holes as close together, touching if you can, from top all the way down. Use a drill bit at least 4 or 5 mm so it won't snap, and then work your drill all the way through the pre drilled holes wiggling it up and down connecting the holes until you cut through. Once you cut through both sides you can prise the middle bit out. Take your time and you will do a perfect job. Don't worry about the rough edge, a little filler or decorators caulk will make it right once you fit your fire places. Edited April 30, 2015 by Cosd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted April 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 hello pal multitool at bq mcallister 30 quid they do the job Thanks for all the comments, thats what I like about this site there is always someone that comes up with different ways to do the job and it helps big time. I think I will have a look at B&Q for a multitool as I need to sand the skirting boards down as well before painting. I am not good at buying electrical stuff off the internet as I worry about the logistics of sending it back if it goes wrong but I can stroll down to B&Q if it does. Thanks again for taking the trouble to reply. Regards H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grrclark Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 Thanks for all the comments, thats what I like about this site there is always someone that comes up with different ways to do the job and it helps big time. I think I will have a look at B&Q for a multitool as I need to sand the skirting boards down as well before painting. I am not good at buying electrical stuff off the internet as I worry about the logistics of sending it back if it goes wrong but I can stroll down to B&Q if it does. Thanks again for taking the trouble to reply. Regards H They are a brilliant tool and a great investment that you can use for lots of things. City Electrical Factors (CEF) had a great offer on blades that pretty much fit every brand of multi tool if they are close to you. Check out Lidl's specials too, they have them in fairly regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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