Lowes.com How-To Tip: Circular Saw Blades

One of the most important parts of a circular saw is the blade. Different blades are available for different applications. Here are a few common blade types and their uses:

Steel blades are inexpensive and work well for cutting softwood but they dull quickly in hardwood.

High-speed steel blades are harder than steel blades and stay sharper longer.

Carbide blades have carbide tips attached to their teeth. They are more expensive than other blades, but they stay sharp much longer than steel or high-speed steel.

Tile-cutting blades are specially designed for cutting ceramic tile. Better tile-cutting blades are diamond-tipped.

Masonry blades are made of abrasive material for cutting concrete, brick, cinder block and other masonry materials.

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