Hand Saws & Blades

Learn more about hand saws & blades

Modern hand saws are highly engineered tools designed for specific materials and grain directions. The efficiency and finish of a cut depend heavily on the blade's geometry and tooth count. High-quality saws feature induction-hardened teeth that stay sharp up to five times longer than standard steel, along with low-friction blade coatings that prevent binding in wet or heavy timber.

 

Achieve clean, precise cuts every time with our trade-grade selection of hand saws, replacement blades, and mitre boxes. At Travis Perkins, we understand that the right blade makes all the difference to your finish. Whether you are rough-cutting heavy timber joists on site, slicing through plastic piping, or executing delicate trim work for a kitchen installation, our range delivers the durability and sharpness required by professional carpenters.

 

Typical uses

 

• First-fix carpentry: Using coarse-toothed saws for rapid cross-cutting and ripping of structural timber, joists, and studwork.

 

• Second-fix finishing: Deploying fine-toothed hand saws and tenon saws for pristine cuts on skirting boards, architraves, and decorative mouldings.

 

• Angled joinery: Utilising a mitre box to guide accurate 45-degree and 90-degree angle cuts for picture frames and corner joints.

 

• Intricate curves: Using coping saws with flexible, thin blades to cut tight profiles and shapes in timber or laminate.

 

How to choose the right hand saws & blades

The most important factor when choosing a saw is the TPI (Teeth Per Inch) rating:

 

• Coarse cut (7 TPI or fewer): Features larger teeth. Best for fast, aggressive cutting through softwoods and structural timber where a rougher finish is acceptable.

 

• Medium cut (8 - 9 TPI): A versatile, universal hand saw specification. Ideal for general site work, cutting chipboard, plywood, and softwoods.

 

• Fine cut (11 - 14 TPI): Features smaller, densely packed teeth. Essential for clean finishes on laminates, hardwoods, and plastics, minimizing splintering on the face of the material.

 

Before you order

 

• Before purchasing, consider the material thickness and the required level of finish. 

• If you are fitting skirting or coving, pairing a fine-cut panel saw with a durable mitre box is essential for seamless corners. 

• If your existing saw is dragging or binding, it may be time to replace the blade or upgrade to a hardpoint saw, as modern hardened teeth cannot be manually resharpened.

 

Explore our range of hand saws & blades

Browse our comprehensive selection below to find the exact TPI, blade length, and specialized saw for your next project. 

 

We stock high-quality wood saws from industry-leading brands, featuring triple-ground hardpoint teeth for rapid, frictionless cutting. From general-purpose universal hand saws to specialized tenon saws and coping saws, our collection ensures maximum control, ergonomic comfort, and long-lasting performance.

 

Order online today using our Click & Collect service to pick up your tools at your nearest Travis Perkins branch in as little as one hour, or select direct site delivery to keep your workflow on track.