{"id":1169,"date":"2021-10-14T10:45:51","date_gmt":"2021-10-14T14:45:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=1169"},"modified":"2022-04-01T16:43:07","modified_gmt":"2022-04-01T20:43:07","slug":"how-to-use-a-hole-saw","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use a Hole Saw?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A staple in any tradesman&#8217;s or DIYer&#8217;s toolbox, the hole saw is the ideal tool when you need to create a perfect circle in wood, metal, PVC, and more. The simple design allows you to rapidly transform your power drill into a hole punching machine.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Hole saws are ideal when you need to create a cleaner and larger diameter hole than a <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/forstner-bit-vs-spade-bit\/\">spade bit or Forstner bit<\/a> will allow. This makes them popular for cabinet installations, cable management openings, and <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/what-size-hole-saw-for-a-doorknob-and-deadbolt\/\">installing door hardware<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The design allows you to create a clean hole without cutting into any of the surrounding material. It also supports cutting much larger diameter holes than traditional drill bits.<\/p>\n<p>Cutting clean holes with a hole saw takes a little technique and practice, so follow along for a step-by-step guide on how to use a hole saw.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump To:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65edd26453680\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65edd26453680\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Tools_Materials\" title=\"Tools &amp; Materials\">Tools &amp; Materials<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Using_a_Hole_Saw_%E2%80%93_Guide\" title=\"Using a Hole Saw \u2013 Guide\">Using a Hole Saw \u2013 Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#A_Word_of_Caution\" title=\"A Word of Caution\">A Word of Caution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Step_1_Mount_the_Saw_in_the_Arbor\" title=\"Step 1: Mount the Saw in the Arbor\">Step 1: Mount the Saw in the Arbor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Step_2_Secure_Hole_Saw_to_Drill\" title=\"Step 2: Secure Hole Saw to Drill\">Step 2: Secure Hole Saw to Drill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Step_3_Drill_Pilot_Hole_Optional\" title=\"Step 3: Drill Pilot Hole (Optional)\">Step 3: Drill Pilot Hole (Optional)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Step_4_Cut_the_Hole\" title=\"Step 4: Cut the Hole\">Step 4: Cut the Hole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Step_5_Remove_the_Plug\" title=\"Step 5: Remove the Plug \">Step 5: Remove the Plug <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/#Buying_Hole_Saws\" title=\"Buying Hole Saws\">Buying Hole Saws<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tools_Materials\"><\/span><strong>Tools &amp; Materials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/dewalt-dcd777c2-cordless-drill-review\/\">Drill\/Driver<\/a> (At least 18V)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Diablo-DHS14SGP-Performance-Drilling-Stainless\/dp\/B01NCMMTQY?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homeimprovementscout-20&amp;linkId=a2fb463ab40741cc60967f52a5c18699&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hole saw with arbor<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Clamps<\/li>\n<li>Eye protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_a_Hole_Saw_%E2%80%93_Guide\"><\/span><strong>Using a Hole Saw \u2013 Guide<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Word_of_Caution\"><\/span><strong>A Word of Caution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before you get started, be aware that hole saws can actually be fairly hazardous to the uninitiated. They create a good deal of torque and can kick back unexpectedly putting a lot of strain on your wrists. Use a firm grip with both hands while drilling, and if your drill has a side handle consider using it.<\/p>\n<p>While a hole saw may look like a drill bit, it functions like a saw and can create lots of splinters and sawdust. It&#8217;s also a good idea to wear eye protection to avoid getting these in your eyes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Mount_the_Saw_in_the_Arbor\"><\/span><strong>Step 1: Mount the Saw in the Arbor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first step is mounting the hole saw onto the arbor. Arbors \u2013 sometimes called mandrels \u2013 are the intermediate pieces that connect the hole saw to the drill\u2019s chuck. They also hold the pilot bit in place in the center of the hole saw.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-note\"  style=\"border-color:#c9c7c7;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\"><div class=\"su-note-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" style=\"background-color:#e3e1e1;border-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;border-radius:3px;-moz-border-radius:3px;-webkit-border-radius:3px;\">Arbors can have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ereplacementparts.com\/repair-center\/article\/3136\/Hole_Saw_Mandrel_Buying_Guide.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">several different designs<\/a>, with some featuring stabilizing drive pins designed to fit in corresponding holes in the hole saw base, and others that screw directly into the hole saw base. Typically, arbors designed for larger diameter hole saws will feature these drive pins while those for smaller diameter hole saws don\u2019t.<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Either way, you\u2019ll want to screw the base of the saw onto the arbor\u2019s collar screw. Hand tighten it until it&#8217;s snug, but don\u2019t overtighten \u2013 this can lead to the <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-unstick-a-hole-saw\/\">saw becoming stuck to the arbor<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1181\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1181\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1181 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/attaching-hole-saw-to-arbor.jpg?resize=800%2C521&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"attaching hole saw to arbor\" width=\"800\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/attaching-hole-saw-to-arbor.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/attaching-hole-saw-to-arbor.jpg?resize=300%2C195&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/attaching-hole-saw-to-arbor.jpg?resize=768%2C500&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1181\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Screwing the hole saw onto the arbor&#8217;s collar screw.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If the pilot bit feels loose in the arbor, you\u2019ll want to tighten it before you continue. You can typically tighten it by using a hex key in the slot built into the arbor\u2019s collar.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Secure_Hole_Saw_to_Drill\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Secure Hole Saw to Drill<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Next, tighten the arbor inside your drill\u2019s chuck.<\/p>\n<p>One thing to keep in mind when using a hole saw is that they require significantly more torque than a typical drill bit. That means you\u2019ll need a drill with at least 18 volts, preferably 20 volts. If you\u2019re planning on using a really large diameter hole saw (6-inch+), then you\u2019ll need to bust out the corded drill.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Drill_Pilot_Hole_Optional\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Drill Pilot Hole (Optional)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you need a perfectly clean hole with no blowout or splintering, then you\u2019ll want to drill a pilot hole all the way through your material before using the hole saw. This isn\u2019t necessary when you\u2019re punching holes in wall studs, but if you\u2019re installing a doorknob, then drilling a pilot hole first makes sense.<\/p>\n<p>Use a drill bit that\u2019s slightly small than your arbor\u2019s pilot bit to create the pilot hole.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Cut_the_Hole\"><\/span><strong>Step 4: Cut the Hole<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now it\u2019s time to cut your hole. Hole saws can create a lot of torque, so you\u2019ll need to make sure your workpiece is secured in place with clamps.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1183\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1183\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1183 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/starting-hole-with-hole-saw.jpg?resize=800%2C523&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"staring hole saw cut\" width=\"800\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/starting-hole-with-hole-saw.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/starting-hole-with-hole-saw.jpg?resize=300%2C196&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/starting-hole-with-hole-saw.jpg?resize=768%2C502&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1183\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Start the cut by gently plunging the teeth into the workpiece.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Grip your drill in both hands, and gently plunge the saw\u2019s cutting edge into your workpiece. You don\u2019t want to slam it in with too much force, as this can cause the blade to bind in the material and stop spinning.<\/p>\n<p>As you progress through the cut, you\u2019ll want to pull back every so often to allow the built-up sawdust to clear. Keep drilling until you can see the pilot bit poking through the opposite side.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1185\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1185\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1185 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/completing-hole-saw-cut.jpg?resize=800%2C511&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"completing cut with hole saw\" width=\"800\" height=\"511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/completing-hole-saw-cut.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/completing-hole-saw-cut.jpg?resize=300%2C192&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/completing-hole-saw-cut.jpg?resize=768%2C491&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1185\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Finishing the cut.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>At this point, you\u2019ll want to pull the saw out of the hole and finish drilling the hole from the opposite side. If you don\u2019t care about possible blowout damage, then you can simply drill all the way through without changing sides halfway through.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Remove_the_Plug\"><\/span><strong>Step 5: Remove the Plug <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One frustrating thing about using a hole saw is the <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-get-wood-out-of-a-hole-saw\/\">wood plug stuck inside your saw<\/a> after cutting a hole. This can be particularly frustrating when you need to cut a lot of holes in a single sitting.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1187\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1187\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1187 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/wood-plug-in-hole-saw.jpg?resize=800%2C514&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"wood plug in hole saw\" width=\"800\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/wood-plug-in-hole-saw.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/wood-plug-in-hole-saw.jpg?resize=300%2C193&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/wood-plug-in-hole-saw.jpg?resize=768%2C493&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1187\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Leftover wood plug.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The traditional way to do this is using a long screwdriver through one of the slots to pry the plug-free. This works OK but isn\u2019t very effective when you need to do it repeatedly.<\/p>\n<p>The other way you can do this is by unscrewing the hole saw from the arbor and then poking the plug out from below. This works a bit better, but can also be annoying if the arbor is difficult to separate from the hole saw.<\/p>\n<p>If the plug is seriously stuck and you can\u2019t get it out with the above methods, you can try driving a small screw into the plug from above and pulling it out with a pair of pliers.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in a quality hole saw arbor that\u2019s easy to clear the wood plug from, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Freud-DHSAR375-Diablo-Mandrel-Change\/dp\/B00X8RF4H6?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homeimprovementscout-20&amp;linkId=a608d39595dda678ef6830527a19d4ec&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Freud Diablo Quick Change Mandrel<\/a>. It features a quick-change attachment, so you can detach the hole saw from the arbor with the push of a button.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Buying_Hole_Saws\"><\/span><strong>Buying Hole Saws<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you browse online you can find a complete hole saw kit in the $20 to $30 range. They\u2019re typically made from carbon steel, which is cheap to produce but isn\u2019t very durable. These saws are OK if all you plan on doing is occasionally cutting holes in wood.<\/p>\n<p>Anything more than that and you\u2019ll want to step up a set of bi-metal hole saws.<\/p>\n<p>Bi-metal saws are durable and tough enough to cut through a variety of materials like metal, hardwood, and hardened plastics. They cost a bit more than their carbon steel counterparts, ranging between $35 and $100+ for a full kit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A staple in any tradesman&#8217;s or DIYer&#8217;s toolbox, the hole saw is the ideal tool when you need to create a perfect circle in wood, metal, PVC, and more. 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