How To Cut Concrete Block Without A Saw

This video describes the process of split and cutting concrete blocks.

How to cut concrete block without a saw. Cutting hollow concrete blockfirst score the line. I would also make a jig to cut the 45s. Reciprocating saws hold a straight blade by one end and move it back and forth to cut the material mimicking the action of a conventional hand saw. I only need to make 4 cuts.

Using a circular saw however allows you to cut right through the concrete making a smooth straight cut where needed quickly and efficiently. Cinder blocks are a common building material. Next proper safety guidelines and equipment are discussed. Usually you have to rent a cement cutter.

A 7 circular saw for instance can only cut to 2 inches deep meaning youll need to sledgehammer the rest of the concrete away. For splitting masonry blocks two types of blocks that are manufactured with splitting. Score the length of the cut three or four times with the chisel. As you cut the protective covering will be pushed back allowing more of the blade to contact the cinder block.

For splitting concrete blocks a hammer as well as a chisel are required. It will be gas powered and put out a lot of fumes. For cutting concrete blocks you can either use a skill saw with a masonry blade or a masonry saw. When fitted with a carbide grit blade reciprocating saws work well to cut and shape concrete block.

Can i do this with a circular saw and a masonry blade. Timestamps 004 list of required materials 018 cutting a block 023. Once its at full speed press the saw forward so it cuts through the cinder block. Made from cast concrete cinder blocks are hard and durable.

A 14 wet cutting blade attached to a concrete cutting. If the cinder block isnt quite cut though make another 2 or 3 cuts to finish bisecting it. We walk you through he steps for properly cutting retaining wall blocks. A circular saw with a masonry blade can also be used to either score or completely cut through the block.

If your cut doesnt need to be exact use a cold chisel and hand sledge to cut the concrete. The same qualities that make cinder blocks good for construction also make them difficult to cut. This saw will cut concrete without the expense of renting or buying a gas powered saw. I have some concrete blocks that are 4 inches by 6 inches.

I checked with a few rental places but it would be expensive to rent a big saw. One of the easiest ways to cut a cinder block is with a reciprocating saw that has a diamond coated blade.