What is the best way to cut toilet paper rolls without misshaping them

by Stacy Noel-Schirle

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I am trying to cut perfect circles from cardboard tubes and I can't do it without missing them...any suggestions?

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Kar28903899 on Apr 23, 2018

A paper cutter with a measurement guide will cut them square. You will have to gently fold the tube before cutting.

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Janet Pizaro on Apr 23, 2018

https://recordsetter.com/world-record/empty-toilet-paper-rolls-cut-half-minute/47077

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Hotheadzmarine.williamson on Apr 23, 2018

a razor knife is best

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Dysko7710 on Apr 23, 2018

Try pushing them flat first, then cutting across, then reopen it into a circle shape.

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John gill on Apr 23, 2018

I've never done it, but I would try finding a piece of plastic drain piping of the same circumference stick it in it draw a line to the size you want your piece of tube can cut with a sharp craft knife.

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MagnoliaMemories on Apr 23, 2018

Hi Stacy! I just read a great tip! Stuff them with a an old piece of cloth and then cut. They keep their shape. :-)

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Maria evans on Apr 01, 2020

I need to cut whole toilet rolls with tissue still on the cardboard how can i do this ?????

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Judy H. on Jun 14, 2020

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