![]() Finish by sanding with 600-grit sandpaper. As the plexiglass becomes smoother, transition to successively finer grits.Start the process with 120- or 180-grit waterproof sandpaper, in combination with a wood or rubber sanding block.Note: You can use a handheld power sander, but manual wet-sanding typically achieves the best results. If the cut edge would be visible in your application, take the extra time to sand and buff out the imperfections. Whichever cutting method you choose, you may find that the cut plexiglass edge doesn’t look terribly attractive. Proceed accordingly, water-cooling the blade or pausing your work for a few minutes as needed. One note of caution: If the blade overheats, the material may chip or crack. Before committing to one blade or another, double-check that its teeth are evenly spaced, with no rake, and of uniform height and shape.Īfter readying your tool, measure and mark the plexiglass, then cut as you would any other material, clamping if appropriate. There are special blades designed expressly for acrylic, but any metal-cutting blade with carbide tips can do the trick. No matter which type of saw you choose for the task, it’s critically important to use the right blade. (To cut anything but a straight line, opt for a jigsaw.) RELATED: How to Clean Plexiglass How to Cut a Thick Sheet of Plexiglass (with a Circular Saw, Saber Saw, Table Saw, or Jigsaw)įor thicker sheets of plexiglass, cut with a power saw-be it a circular saw, saber saw, or table saw. Then, with sharp downward pressure, snap off the portion of the plexiglass that extends beyond the work surface. To finish, hold the scribed line to the edge of your work surface, and secure the plexiglass in place with a clamp. ![]()
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