Clean Cut Fire Hose

[Openboater]

I'm using lengths of fire hose to pad the cradles for a small sailboat on a tiny trailer. Cutting this stuff (both length and width-wise) has been a pain. Any recommendations on how to cleanly and evenly cut this stuff? Thanks. Tom

 

[12ozd]

To cut to length, I use a regular utility knife. Compress w/ speed square and cut.
For a lengthwise cut, use a carpet knife. (hookblade)

 

[PanelDeland]

I have always used a board under the cut.It can be slipped inside to cut for a single layer cut to give you wider pieces. I just use a utility knife with a new blade.

 

[Daniel Dudley]

A very big and sharp cleaver on a heavy block.

 

[Mxrcr]

It's a little stinky, but a chop saw works great.

 

[KRB52]

 

[ladderwell]

A Beverly Shear (or HF knock off) works well. I've cut 1 3/4", 2 1/2", and 5" supply hose with it.