I'm working on cutting a drop-in sink opening into a butcher block and I'm looking for a better jigsaw blade. Currently, I'm using Spyder blades which do okay, but my cuts tend to come out a bit off and I'm wondering if there's a thicker blade option that can help minimize any bowing during the cut. I understand that some imperfection is part of using a jigsaw, but any suggestions for a more robust blade that reduces deflection would be great. Cost isn't really an issue. Thanks!
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Unless you’re putting in an undermount sink, accuracy isn’t super critical. Just keep a little margin on your cuts since the lip will cover them. Take it slow and make sure you’re using the right blade for wood, and you should end up fine!
I’d suggest starting with a circular saw to cut most of it out, then use the jigsaw for the corners. That's usually the best method!
For drop-in sinks, the lip usually covers any small cut imperfections, so don't stress too much about it being perfectly plumb. Using a straight-edge guide while cutting can help keep the blade on track.
Totally agree! Use the circular saw for the bulk of it and save the jigsaw for those tricky corners. You could even use a hole saw for those only if you need to.