The cheapest way to cut metal roofing is with a pair of tin snips.
Smooth straight cuts in corrugated roofing.
Big advantage over abrasive cutting is the steel stays cool so no burning finishes or plating off.
And easier means an added touch of safety when working with sharp metal edges.
I show you a couple of quick methods of how to cut corrugated steel and to end up with a straight edge and not have it take you all day.
Straight tin snips can do some curved cutting but what makes it handy to have slightly offset snips around is that the offset handle means your hands are above the cut not in line with it and so it s easier to do long straight cuts.
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Works well on heavier corrugated roofing but modern light siding steel it produces a bit of distortion.
Fairly clean and fairly easy to clean up with a sander.
Ideal for professional roofers and metal workers who want quality work.
You want a pair of straight cuts or left or right handed pair for cutting both straight and around corners.
Best nibbler for corrugated metal.
The makita nibbler is a reliable durable and easy to operate tool.
Measure the length you need to cut starting at one end of the corrugated plastic roofing sheet.
It cuts effortlessly through corrugated metal doesn t jam and can easily cut straight lines and curves.
Makita jn1601 5 amp 16 gauge nibbler.