Prepare the Trim with Tape Guides

What happens here

Begin by preparing the trim for cutting. Lay down a drop cloth to protect your workspace from sawdust. Take a piece of white trim or molding and apply two parallel strips of green painter's tape to its surface. Ensure the tape is firmly pressed down and runs straight along the desired cutting lines. The tape will serve as a visual guide for the jigsaw and can help to prevent chipping of the trim material during cutting. Position the trim stably on the drop cloth, holding it firmly with one hand to prevent movement.

Goal: Create precise cutting guides and protect the trim surface.