Mitre box Dedra 1239-05 — manual angle guide for cutting mouldings and trim

Dedra 1239-05 mitre box is a compact manual angle guide designed to help make accurate angled cuts in mouldings, trim, skirting boards and small timber pieces. The tool provides fixed guide slots that align a saw for common cutting angles, enabling consistent 45° and 90° cuts without complex setup. Supplied as a single unit, this mitre box is intended for finishing work and light carpentry where straightforward, repeatable cuts are required.

Advantages

The mitre box offers a simple, low-cost solution for accurate angled cutting by providing stable, fixed slots that guide a manual saw. Its compact design makes it easy to position on workpieces and store when not in use. Because it requires no power source, the tool is portable and usable on-site or in a small workshop. The fixed 45° and 90° slots reduce measuring and marking time, improving efficiency for repetitive cuts.

Suitable for

• Cutting wooden mouldings and trim to length
• Making 45° mitre joints for corner fittings
• Cutting skirting boards and architrave for interior finishing
• Small woodworking and DIY finishing tasks

Key specifications

• Fixed cutting angles: 45° and 90°
• Designed for use with manual saws
• Suitable for lightweight timber, mouldings and trim
• Single-piece mitre guide, compact and portable

How to use

Place the mitre box on a stable surface and secure the workpiece inside the appropriate angle slot so the cutting line aligns with the saw guide. Hold the workpiece firmly with one hand or a clamp and insert a compatible manual saw into the selected slot. Perform steady, controlled strokes until the cut is complete. For repetitive cuts, keep the workpiece positioned consistently against the mitre box stops to maintain uniform length and angle.

Usage recommendations

Use a fine-toothed tenon or mitre saw blade for cleaner finishes on mouldings and trim. When cutting longer pieces, support the free end with a second support to avoid binding or deflection. Wear appropriate eye protection and follow standard workshop safety practices when using hand tools.