Tip of the day: Cutting perfect 45° corners for skirting and trim

Gappy corners are the giveaway of a rushed job. A few habits make a big difference.

How to do it

1. Measure along the wall at the bottom edge and mark the long point of the cut on the trim.
2. Hold the trim against the saw fence exactly as it will sit against the wall.
3. Cut slightly long first, test the fit, then shave off a millimetre at a time.
4. Inside corners on uneven walls look better coped (shaped to fit) than mitred.

Pro tip: Walls are rarely exactly 90°. Cut two scrap pieces first to test the angle before cutting the good piece.

Watch how it’s done

Video by funbro1 on YouTube.

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