How to Cut & Rip Trusscore Panels

When cutting Trusscore Wall&CeilingBoard and Trusscore SlatWall panels to size, we recommend using a saw blade designed to cut vinyl products to avoid cracking or chipping the panels. See how to cut a Trusscore panel here.

Circular Saw Blade Recommendations

We recommend using one of the following blades: ​ 

Alternatively, we recommend installing a standard saw blade in reverse direction.

Do not use coarse-toothed blades.

In cold weather, move your saw through the panel slowly to prevent chipping or cracking. We recommend performing a test cut, if possible, to confirm the performance of your cutting tool. 

Jigsaw, Oscillating Saw, and Hole Saw Blade Recommendations

If you need to cut holes into Trusscore panels for electrical boxes, lights, taps, and more, we recommend using one of these jigsaw, oscillating saw, or hole saw blades:

Creating Square Cut-Outs

To create a square cut-out, take the following steps: 

1. Measure the location of the opening on the wall.  

2. Mark the perimeter of your opening on the panel.  

3. Drill a ½” hole in the corner of the required opening.

4. Insert the blade into the hole and proceed to cut out along your marked lines. If you’re making this cut after the panel has been installed, ensure the space behind the area to be cut is free of obstructions, electrical wires, plumbing, and any other object.​

See how to make a square cut-out in Trusscore here.

Making a round or circular cut-out? Watch this video instead.

When cutting or ripping a Trusscore Wall&CeilingBoard panel, place it with the finished/external-facing surface facing down and the pre-punched screw flange facing up.

Ripping Trusscore Panels

A rip cut is a straight cut parallel to the length of a panel, commonly used in woodworking. With Trusscore Wall&CeilingBoard, rip cuts may be necessary depending on your wall or ceiling layout. See how to rip a Trusscore panel here.

• Measure your wall or ceiling space and plan panel placement before installation to ensure even spacing.

• Only measure the exposed face of the panel, not the nailing flange. Refer to the Specifications section for exact face dimensions.

• Maintain a minimum width of 8” for any ripped panel.

In some cases, you may need to rip both the first and last panels to maintain proper layout.

• If cutting the first panel, remove the tongue side.

• If cutting the last panel, remove the groove (screw flange) side.

This approach ensures panels fit correctly while preserving structural integrity and even spacing.

For more information and installation tips for Trusscore products, download the product's installation guide on our Installation Help page.