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How to cut using a slate and punch cutter?

How to cut using a slate and punch cutter?

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Back of slate The back of a piece of natural slate is smoother than the front, and the edges are straighter and cleaner.
Front of slate The front of a piece of slate has a bevelled or natural look to the edges.

Using a slate and punch cutter

Marking a slate for cutting with a slate and punch cutter

Step 1 – Mark slate 

Mark your slate on the back, using the edge of the slate and punch cutter itself or just a marker pen and ruler.

Cutting slate with a slate and punch cutter

Step 2 – Place slate in slate cutter 

Place the slate in-between the cutting edges of the cutter.

Cutting a piece of slate with a slate and punch cutter

Step 3 – Cut slate 

Squeeze the handles together and cut the slate to the desired size and shape. This action is similar to cutting with a pair of scissors.

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