How to Cut Down Plywood Sheets--Using a Circular Saw

I've had a lot of questions lately on how I cut down plywood sheets for furniture and cabinet building. It's actually a really easy task if you have the right tools.

I use a circular saw to quickly and easily cut down my plywood sheets. And I combine the circular saw with a Kreg Rip Cut to rip my sheets to the correct width and a Kreg Accu-Cut to cross cut my plywood to the correct lengths.

In this video, I explain how I use these guides and a couple FAQ about the process.

You can also find a step by step written tutorial here:

In this video, I'm using the following tools:
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[clcoley]

Thank you so much for responding so quickly, I’m staring at these saws and needed to decide. I love your channel! You have inspired me beyond my own imagination. You have a great talent for describing things simply and only what needs to be said. Too many YouTubers get side tracked and go on about things that do not pertain to the subject. You are indeed one of the best digital content creator!

[johnwilson]

This was one of the most helpful videos I’ve ever seen. No fluff. No “uhh” or “ummm” every other word. I learned a ton and feel way more prepared for next time. Thank you so much!!! ✌️

[CBBC]

Hard to find sensible cabinet construction using tools most people have. Thanks!

[Ruzlife]

Really helpful video on the Kreg guides, thank you for this! I got nervous when you held the saw with the battery in and hand on the blade when showing up the setup !

[jeaniemalone]

You are a natural teacher!! Impressive. 👍

[tamaraboyd]

Thank you for giving me the courage and information to use my husbands saw. I was nervous, but watching you showed me I could do it!

[ladyewo]

This was an excellent video. Very informative! I've been eying a table saw, I'm hoping this thing saves me some money. I'm a new Diyer and love discovering new tools.

[bobso]

you are my real hero in woodworking!!!

[anorak]

This is perfect! Rare to find a video that answers the exact question let alone be one of such quality!

[dmacko]

Thanks for the link to this video, now I have a better understanding and will be buying an accu cut.

[piastrellatore]

Great Shara ... Thank you for the inspiration from Italy! I love your way to work, simple, direct without any complexity ... Hope to see your new projects soon, bye bye!

[SawdustmakerLori]

Very helpful info Shara! I want to get these items so I went back through your video's looking for more information. Thanks so much for all the great tips!!!

[dorothylimbrick]

Perfect job explaining. Thank you. So, so much. I dread using my skilsaw. Because it will and does kickback every chance it gets.

[dennissmith]

Thanks for this great video! It is very interesting informative. I’ve been saving for a Kreg track saw but there are always thing that land higher on the priority list. Now I feel that these two tools are a workable alternative. I have a table saw but since I’m close to 70, 3/4 inch plywood is getting much heavier. Good job.

[UncleKrusty]

What I did, it took a punch and drill bit and made dents where the setting screws align. This helps hold it in place and accurate.

[ameeb]

Thank you for posting this video. It really helped me demo a "DIY" shelving unit the previous owners did in my garage. I appreciate you!

[lowethechamp]

I would like to thank u. I had the rip cut and didn't like it. I began to test it again and had success finally using it. Thx

[kennymysak]

Thank you for giving the review on the kreg jigs been thinking about getting them for my shop. Keep up the great videos

[dschlosser]

I noticed you are missing the stop block that should be in place on the baseplate to accurately reset the saw location if it's removed. I remove mine all the time & never had an issue with it's repeated accuracy. I have both guides & love them. I use mine to rough cut sheet goods so they are easier to handle & cut to final size on the table saw.

[SergioTrujillo]

Great job! One of the best and easiest explanation of ripping plywood!