How to Cut and Fit Wooden Skirting Boards Using Hand Tools | Step-by-Step DIY Tutorial

Description:

Welcome to our DIY guide on how to cut and fit wooden skirting boards using only hand tools! Whether you're looking to add a finishing touch to your room or replace old skirting, this step-by-step tutorial will show you how to achieve professional results without the need for power tools.

In this video, you'll learn:

Measuring and Marking: How to accurately measure and mark your skirting boards for a perfect fit.
Cutting Techniques: Tips for cutting skirting boards using a handsaw, including straight cuts and angled cuts for corners.
Creating Mitre Joints: Step-by-step instructions for making precise mitre joints with a mitre box and saw.
Coping Internal Corners: How to cope internal corners using a coping saw for a seamless finish.
Sanding and Smoothing: Techniques for sanding the edges and surfaces to ensure a smooth finish.
Fitting and Securing: How to fit and secure your skirting boards to the wall using nails and a hammer.

Materials and Tools You'll Need:

Wooden skirting boards
Measuring tape
Pencil
Handsaw
Mitre box
Coping saw
Sandpaper
Nails
Hammer

This video is perfect for beginners and DIY enthusiasts who want to tackle home improvement projects with minimal tools. No need for expensive power tools – just a bit of patience and the right techniques!

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[tonyefc]

I'm a retired joiner now, due to ill health, but I have used that method since 1979 when i began serving my time. An old school joiner Bob Wright, showed me it, and i think only you me and Bob knew about it. Works every time.
Great video.

[johnstidworthy]

Can't get onto a site these days without 3 grands worth of kit. I have often wondered how all the skirtings fit so well in victorian houses. Tape, saw, pencil 30 quid. Knowledge- priceless. Great video.

[bcrt]

FINALLY! A video that shows such simple steps. I’ve been putting off skirting for a couple of weeks now because the other videos have confused me. This is absolutely perfect and I’m going to skirting on Monday now. Thanks again :)

[kidxable]

Amazing, I only watched the video up till the point you showed the reflection of the skirting in the saw. Amazing, I wish I had a sensai like you.

[danielocallaghan]

My first reaction was "that'll never work" but I tried it today and it worked perfectly on ogee skirting around the base of a radiator cover. Many thanks for a great tip!

[ryanleepilkingtoneastham]

I've watched 12 videos regarding this, what a method this is, class mate fair play

[michaeltanner]

You videos are great, no bull shit, and good enough! I think people forget about decorating calk, filler and the bits no one actually sees.

[aurelia]

Brilliant helpful video, thank you so much.

[hadikaraki]

Amazing work, saved me a lot of time and headaches!!

[tonybennett]

Outstanding tutorial, every day is a school day . I've always struggled doing them . Not anymore hopefully 🤞👍👍

[timbarry]

What about a 22.5? And did all old carpenters have shiny saws capable of reflecting images? Great video

[kpatel]

Amazing thank you for sharing this video I appreciate your time 🙏🏻

[DavidCaldwell]

Fantastic. Never heard of this method using the reflection

[silkdfc]

10/10 bro. That’s the way, thanking you kindly

[donna]

Thats an external corner, ( i think!)....I'm trying to work out if you can do internal corners by this method

[Woozel]

If this works, it will be life changing for the DIY!

[jimlea]

Some great tips there but I'm just wondering how it works if your corner isn't exactly 90 degrees

[mechtechmechanical]

why did nt i think of this years ago, easy job

[skG]

Cool. Why I didn't learn that in College...

[sgtfoureyes]

Hi mate could you do a video on a room which has uneven floors.. I’ve heard scribing skirts can be a bit awkward when it comes to lining up the mitres