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troyandmarsha
06-07-02, 12:42 PM
basically, what does it take to cut flagstone? good possibility that sidewalks in front will be replaced and i will have a decent amount of flagstone to build a patio.
twelvepole
06-08-02, 02:03 PM
"Invest in the right tools for the process and to observe the following guidelines:
Always wear goggles for safety before using tools to cut any rocks.
Those who want the "true professional's choice" should use a diamond blade that fits on a circular saw, which runs about $70. "If you have lots of cuts, it can save a lot of time," Alain says.
The diamond blade circular saw makes a straight cut. To achieve a jagged effect, "rough up" the cut edge with a Mason's hammer by sliding it along the edge of the cut or by chipping away at the edge.
For those who like to cut on the curve, use a grinder with a smaller diamond blade, which will cost about $40.
Score the stone with the grinder - the blade won't be deep enough to cut all the way through. Then tap the backside with a Mason's hammer to make the break.
Those who want a natural look, and are up to more exertion, can use a hammer and chisel at the spot of the desired break. "It's pretty hard to control the break," says Alain. "With a hammer and chisel, you're relying on the fissure in the stone."
Joske, A. & Clark, B. A Tropical Hideaway. HGTV. Retrieved 08 June 2002. http://www.hgtv.com/HGTV/project/0,1158,GALA_project_2711,00.html
Always wear goggles for safety before using tools to cut any rocks.
Those who want the "true professional's choice" should use a diamond blade that fits on a circular saw, which runs about $70. "If you have lots of cuts, it can save a lot of time," Alain says.
The diamond blade circular saw makes a straight cut. To achieve a jagged effect, "rough up" the cut edge with a Mason's hammer by sliding it along the edge of the cut or by chipping away at the edge.
For those who like to cut on the curve, use a grinder with a smaller diamond blade, which will cost about $40.
Score the stone with the grinder - the blade won't be deep enough to cut all the way through. Then tap the backside with a Mason's hammer to make the break.
Those who want a natural look, and are up to more exertion, can use a hammer and chisel at the spot of the desired break. "It's pretty hard to control the break," says Alain. "With a hammer and chisel, you're relying on the fissure in the stone."
Joske, A. & Clark, B. A Tropical Hideaway. HGTV. Retrieved 08 June 2002. http://www.hgtv.com/HGTV/project/0,1158,GALA_project_2711,00.html