Measure and Make Initial Cuts

What happens in this clip

Using a miter saw, set the blade to the appropriate angle for the first cut. The video shows a piece of white skirting board being cut at an angle, likely to meet the existing horizontal skirting or the first vertical riser of the step. Hold the cut piece against the wall and the step to confirm the fit and mark the exact point where the skirting needs to change direction for the next step. This mark will define the angle for the subsequent piece.

Goal: Prepare the first few skirting pieces for the ascending steps.

What's used

Tools

• Miter Saw
• Jigsaw (less precise for mitered joints)
• Pencil

Materials

• Skirting Board
• Architrave

About the full video

This project details the process of installing skirting boards, also known as baseboards, along a staircase. It focuses on achieving precise mitered cuts to follow the ascending angle of the steps, ensuring a clean and continuous finish. The installation involves cutting, test-fitting, adhering the skirting to the wall, and then sealing all seams with caulk for a professional appearance.

Step 4 of 10: Measure and Cut New Skirt Boards

Measure the length of the wall where each skirt board will be installed. Account for any angles at the top or bottom of the stairs. Use a tape measure for accuracy. Transfer these measurements to your new skirt board material and mark your cut lines. Use a miter saw or a hand saw to make precise cuts. For angled cuts at the base or top of the stairs, use a miter saw or protractor to set the correct angle.

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Other videos for this step

• Measure and Cut New Skirt Board
• Measure and Rough Cut Skirting Board