The first step in making precise cuts is selecting the right cardboard. Not all white cardboard is good for cutting. Some are too thin and tear easily, while others will yield rough cut edges and increased difficulty. Zhenfeng has high quality white cardboards and weighs them from 200 - 400 gsm. There are no rough edges either, no seams, no flashing, and no cuts, and you don’t need to worry as you will not have inconsistent none roughness that will mess up all your cuts. Packaged boxes, greeting cards, and high end printed goods all are candidates for this white cardboard as well. At this step, you will need good quality material to avoid fixing edges issues in the later steps.
Choosing the right tools is equally important as selecting quality cardboard. For smaller cuts, a comfortable utility knife with a new, sharp blade is a good choice (blunt blades tend to smash the cardboard instead cutting it). For straight, longitudinal cuts, a metric ruler, preferably a metal one (to avoid bending), cutting mat, and surgical blade are all essential. For more complicated designs or multiple identical cuts, a die-cutting machine is the best choice. No matter which tool, make sure it is sharp and with good condition. Dull tools or flimsy rulers make it nearly impossible to achieve precision cuts, even with the best quality cardboard Zhenfeng offers.
Before you begin making cuts, it is important to spend adequate time defining the lines. Take a light pencil (, so you can erase if needed), along with a straightedge, to mark your lines. Stay away from dark makers that could bleed through the cardboard; this is even more important for a cover. Your marks will need to be dainty and delicate; not timber and rough, this is for the sake of the getting accurate cuts. If you have multiple pieces that need to be cut from Zhenfeng’s white cardboard sheets that all need to be the same size, take the first marked template, and use it to copy for the remainder. This will keep your pieces uniform, and you will not have to measure all of them out.
When it’s time to cut, take it slow and easy. For cutting the cardboard straight with a utility knife, put the knife parallel to the straight edge where the ruler is, making sure the ruler is placed down firmly so it does not slip, and move the knife along the edge of the ruler. You do not want to press hard in one go. Instead, slice the knife near the edge of the ruler more than once to ensure the cardboard does not split. If you are using a die cut machine, please refer to the machine instructions for the thickness and type of Zhenfeng white cardboard you are using. The majority of machines have the ability to cut different gsm weights, so adjusting it accordingly will keep the cardboard intact and undamaged. For curved cuts, use a small-bladed craft knife and carefully maneuver the knife along the marked curve while continuously swiveling the piece of cardboard to keep the blade where it must be.Handle Standard Cutting Issues
Even with the right tools, issues may arise. If the outer edges of the cut cardboard appear splintered, determine whether the blade has dulled. In the case of bent cardboard during a cut, the fault may rest with the ruler’s grip, or the cutting mat’s grip may not be firm enough. Cuts lacking precision are a common issue that results from careless speed. On major projects, it is critical to exercise a patient demeanor. Keep in mind, Zhenfeng’s white cardboard is intended to be sturdy, so it can withstand delicate cutting without tearing, as long as the operator avoids excessive force with the implement. If you want to learn how to cut cardboard, start with a practice piece before attempting your ‘real’ piece.
Once the cutting is done, take a moment tto fint and check the pieces. Us a small piece of sand paper (fine grit) and soften any rough edges. Be certain, this is what makes a project appear professional. Lay out the any trimmed pieces on the sanded surface to check hte size and shape of a pieces. Take the boxes, for instance. This is where you check how the pieces come together. Any rigid edges that are visible for the pieces is cut to shape with a cutting knife, more commonly known as a box cutter. Zhenfeng’s white cardboard pieces are easy to work with as they have a smooth surface. The cuts that are border will look nice and neat. There are many areas likes packaging, cards, and any situation piece where neat work matters. This simple step ensures that the work done will give the results that will amplify all the efforts.
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