Used Tired Raised Garden & Tree Ring

 by auntwrenny
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Step 5: Splitting the Tree Ring

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This step is optional depending on the size of your tree or shrub. If the plant is too large for the ring to go over it then you will need to cut the split.

Again I'd like to caution you about where your hands and fingers are placed. Make sure that you have the tree ring placed on a safe surface with an adequate work surface for cutting. Take time to make sure the electrical cord isn't in the way of your blade!

You will need to use a Dual Saw for cutting through the steel belting. It's usually a very narrow band of metal that requires cutting. Be prepared to feel a give and easier cutting after you get through the metal band. The most difficult part of cutting is the curvature of the sidewall. We suggest using a cutting surface that you can cut into.
 
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Iyer2711 says: Jun 28, 2009. 9:04 PM
of course your project is very nice but more so is your words of caution. Almost like a friend. Thank you :)
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