Finishing the Keyhole Slot<\/h2>\n

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The last step of the process is to finish the keyhole slot. To do this, you will need a jigsaw or coping saw. Start by placing the saw blade into the drilled slot and cut along the edges of the keyhole slot. Make sure to cut slowly and smoothly.<\/p>\n

Note:<\/strong> Do not force the saw blade into the slot as this can cause the blade to become stuck in the material.<\/p>\n

Once the slot is cut out, use sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges. Use a piece of wood as a backer to sand the inside surfaces of the slot. This will ensure a smooth finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

Tool<\/th>\n	Purpose<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Jigsaw or Coping Saw<\/td>\n	To cut out the keyhole slot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sandpaper<\/td>\n	To smooth out any rough edges<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n After the slot has been cut out and sanded, wipe down the area with a damp cloth to remove any dust and debris. Your keyhole slot is now finished and you can proceed with installing your hardware.<\/p>\n Ensuring the Keyhole Slot is Centred and Even<\/h2>\n <\/p>\n To ensure the keyhole slot is centred and even it is recommended to use a template. For this, use a piece of scrap wood, or cardboard, to draw an outline of the keyhole slot onto the piece of wood you are drilling.<\/p>\n Using a ruler and square, draw a vertical line and a horizontal line to indicate the centre of the slot. Then draw two \u2018V\u2019 shapes at the end of the lines to mark the two ends of the slot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Tool<\/th>\n Purpose<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n Ruler<\/strong><\/td>\n To draw vertical and horizontal lines<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Square<\/strong><\/td>\n To draw the centre of the slot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Scrap wood\/cardboard<\/strong><\/td>\n To draw the outline of the keyhole slot<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Once the template is drawn, stick it to the piece of wood you are drilling. Check the placement of the template is central, and that it is straight. Once you are happy with the template, you can start drilling.<\/p>\n Using a drill bit, carefully drill two holes at the two ends of the slot. Make sure these holes are the correct size and evenly spaced. Then, use a jigsaw or a circular saw to connect the two holes, creating the keyhole slot. <\/p>\n Keep in mind:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n Check the template is correctly placed and straight before drilling<\/li>\n Drill two holes that are the correct size and evenly spaced<\/li>\n Connect the two holes using a jigsaw or circular saw<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n This is the easiest way to ensure the keyhole slot is centred and even.<\/p>\n Alternative Methods<\/h2>\n <\/p>\n Table Saw:<\/strong> A table saw can be used to cut keyhole slots. Use a miter gauge and a thin saw blade to make a shallow cut. Adjust the saw blade to the appropriate depth and make multiple passes to create the keyhole slot.<\/p>\n Saber Saw:<\/strong> A saber saw can be used to cut keyhole slots as well. Use a thin saw blade and make multiple passes at the desired depth.<\/p>\n Drill Bit:<\/strong> A drill bit can be used<\/a> to create a keyhole slot. Use a drill bit to make a hole at the desired depth. Then use a saw blade to cut the slot.<\/p>\n Chisel:<\/strong> A chisel can be used to create a keyhole slot. Make sure to use a sharp chisel to create a clean cut. Make multiple passes at the desired depth.<\/p>\n Safety Considerations<\/h2>\n