Saw for limited space?

[prunila]

Hello! I need to cut a hole in a cabinet that is only 29 cm wide. The hole is for installing a ventilation unit. So I need to cut a hole approximately 15x15 cm on the right side of the cabinet. But the cabinet is only 29 cm wide and the hole needs to be in the middle of the right side. Attached is a picture of the cabinet.

What tool do I need? Is it possible to rotate the blade with a multi-tool or is there a handsaw that can be used for that purpose?

Grateful for any kind of tips.

 

[Genomklok]

Multitool with the saw blade to the side should work.

 

[Kane]

A multitool with the saw blade to the side should work.

For the horizontal cuts, yes. But for the vertical ones, it will be more difficult.

 

[Höghus]

For the vertical cuts, a saw blade on a Dremel should work.

/Höghus

 

[Stuff]

For the horizontal cuts, yes. But for the vertical ones, it becomes more difficult.

There will be plenty of room to make the vertical cuts as well if you remove the shelves first.

 

[prunila]

Thank you for your help! Just wanted to make sure it’s most likely possible with a multiverktyg before I get one. So I’ll try with one. Thanks 🙏

 

[z_bumbi]

If it doesn't work, there are blades for multi-tools that are angled at 90 degrees. But before that, you can drill at an angle along the line, start with a thin drill bit and then connect the holes with a thicker one, so you'll get a hole with a slightly uneven edge. If you want it even, save a bit more material and file/sand it evenly. But I guess what's important is that the hole isn't too big, not how it looks. You won't regret buying a multi-tool anyway.

 

[prunila]

If it doesn't work, there are blades for multi-tools that are angled at 90 degrees. But before that, you can drill at an angle along the line, start with a thin drill bit and then connect the holes with a thicker one, giving you a hole with a somewhat uneven edge. If you want it even, save a bit more material and rasp/sand it evenly. But I guess the important thing is that the hole isn't too big, not how it looks. You won't regret buying a multi-tool regardless.

Great info! Thank you so much