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What type of saw do you actually use? A miter\u00a0saw, table saw, or just a circular saw?<\/strong> It is very good if you are able to have several, as different types are better for different tasks.<\/p>\n

However, that is not what everyone thinks. People often make huge mistakes, mostly, because they are badly informed, or are just afraid.<\/p>\n

Recently, I talked to a guy that makes furniture for his house and to be honest, I was disappointed because of that talk.<\/p>\n

Why?<\/em><\/p>\n

Well, I couldn\u2019t believe that many people still stick to their circular saws<\/strong>. Don\u2019t get me wrong, circular saws are great tools, versatile and the best pick to start with, but if you are serious about woodworking you can\u2019t use only this type. If you don’t have a circular saw or need a new one\u00a0 I suggest that you read my review of the best circular saw under $50<\/a> and best circular saw under $100<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Circular saw has its limitations<\/strong>, which is why other tools such as the table saw should be considered.<\/p>\n

It is true that a miter saw is designed to make crosscuts, as well as miter cuts (angle cuts). Check out my review of the best cheap miter saw<\/a>.<\/p>\n

However, a miter saw is limited in the length of crosscut that it can make. So if you are trying to crosscut large sheets of wood, like plywood panels you can be left short if you only have a miter saw.<\/p>\n

The answer is a table saw with a crosscut sled.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many contractors or DIYers don\u2019t want to use a table saw because they believe that a table saw\u00a0isn\u2019t portable and can\u2019t make crosscuts<\/em>.<\/p>\n

In fact, this is only partly true, but those issues can be solved easily and you can enjoy the benefits of this great saw.<\/p>\n

There are table saws that are portable and can be easily transported to the job site. Check out this review of the best budget table saws<\/a>. Plus, with a simple crosscut sled, you will be able to make a perfect crosscut.<\/p>\n

Best Table Saw - Reviews<\/h2>

Looking for the best table saw you can check out my review of the best table saws here:<\/p><\/div>

Best Table Saws - Reviews<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n

Why is a crosscut sled needed when making crosscuts on a table saw?<\/h2>\n

Kickback!\u00a0<\/strong>Making crosscuts on a table saw freehand (without a sled of some sort) can be very dangerous! You are at risk of the table saw kicking back the wood at you or if you are holding the wood tight dragging your hand that is holding the wood into the blade.<\/p>\n

Cross cuts with a table saw without a sled should not be attempted. Watch the video to see why you never want to freehand a crosscut on a table saw.<\/p>\n