Cutting back boxes in plasterboard

[pc1966]

I find myself in the position of having to fit a few back boxes in to plasterboard. In the past for the odd one I just used a hand plasterboard saw to cut out a hole, but I wondered if anyone here has used something like the square/rectangular cutter adaptors you get for multi-tools to do this sort of thing. If so, how well did it work?

Suggestions for make/model?

TL;DR tips for cutting boxes in plasterboard

 

[westward10]

Not that I do much of this anymore but a jab saw is most people's weapon, few holes and is done very quickly.

 

[pc1966]

Not that I do much of this anymore but a jab saw is most people's weapon, few holes and is done very quickly.

That is my current method, just wondered if anything easier for doing a dozen or so.

 

[nicebutdim]

Multitool would speed the process up a bit for 12 boxes, but don't use a good blade.

 

[timhoward]

You might have seen this

Yes, they work. I actually prefer a jab saw or a normal multi tool.
I’m sure it’s my own incompetence but I find it hard to get them straight with a box cutter.

 

[westward10]

Multitool would speed the process up a bit for 12 boxes, but don't use a good blade.

Have you tried it?

 

[davesparks]

I just use the multitool with a wide wood blade.

 

[nicebutdim]

Have you tried it?

I keep a scrap blade for that very purpose. Also never lend a multi tool to someone without knowing what they want to cut - at least not with a decent blade in it.

 

[westward10]

I keep a scrap blade for that very purpose. Also never lend a multi tool to someone without knowing what they want to cut - at least not with a decent blade in it.

Is it any quicker?

 

[nicebutdim]

Is it any quicker?

I would say no for 2 or 3 boxes, but would save a little time and effort on a dozen. Also less chance of damaging thin plaster board than a blunt jab saw.