Fretsaw

A fine-toothed hand saw with a narrow, replaceable blade held taut in a C-shaped frame, used for cutting intricate curves, scrollwork, and decorative fretwork patterns in thin wood panels. In cabinetry, fretsaws are used to create pierced decorative panels, delicate mullion patterns, and ornamental trim details that power tools cannot easily achieve. Fretwork adds handcrafted artisanal character to traditional and old-world kitchen designs.

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