Cutting pavers with a 7 1/2" handheld saw

[the_matrix_guy]

The right tool for the right job - is always the right thing to do. Harbor Freight sells a cheap one that would get you through what you need for something like $70. Add on a %20 off coupon and that's a pretty good deal. Especially for a specialty tool. Then you can get a decent blade and your off to the races. Either way, good luck.

$70?! I was ready to spend 700 lol

Kindly see my previous post, please.

I was looking at the Dewalt.

[ghilliesuit]

I did edit that post. The $70 model is rated for 1" thick material. Probably not enough. There is something more appropriate for 299 (aka 300). With a %20 off coupon your looking 240 for something rated to do, I think if i remember correctly, 2 1/4"

[Macdave06]

I am thinking of investing in a proper professional wet masonry block / tile cutter, to be honest. Cause we also want to re-tile a bathroom ourselves, i feel like its worth it. Especially considering that we would also do pavers for the front driveway eventually. It would make cutting way easier, cleaner, and precise. And cleaner in both regards, in the cuts and mess-wise.

If you're planning on doing tile you might as well buy a wet saw. You can do ceramic with a cheap tile cutter, but a lot of the options are porcelain and you pretty much need to have a wet saw. You can find one second hand for 100-150 bucks. A lot of people buy a new saw for DIY and sell them after.

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[ghilliesuit]

$70?! I was ready to spend 700 lol

Kindly see my previous post, please.

I was looking at the Dewalt.

How much you spend on the tool is really up to you. The more you spend the greater the time for your ROI. But the flip side is a more well produced product. I typically would consider Dewalt "contractor" grade - as such the products are made to work day in/out for years on end (hence the nice warranties etc....). For the homeowner who needs to make it through a few projects - the Dewalt will definitely work.

If you want a saw that will last for years - that you can pass on to your grandkids - get the Dewalt. That tool in a non-commercial setting will last a LONG time. If you are just looking to get through a few projects you may be able to get away with less. Even a used commercial grade wetsaw can be had for less and should get you through. The HF options will be lesser quality, but should get you through your projects. Totally up to you and how you envision your future usage of the tool. You could always sell your Dewalt after your done your projects to recoup some of the cash as well. Either way, good luck.

If it were me I would get the HF and then sell it when I was done. But thats just my preference. There is no right/wrong.

[the_matrix_guy]

Thanks again for all the help. you guys are awesome.

[the_matrix_guy]

Or not cut them, score them with a grinder and snap them off with a wide chisel. It is pretty easy to do and makes a pretty clean "cut".

I wound up getting a 4" Makita side grinder with masonry blades, I love that thing.

[Mps18]

Reading this reminds me of my projects I always end up getting a new power tool as an excuse to do the job more efficiently win win situation