How to cut timber benchtops - trestle table or workbench?

[Edgar]

I am replacing my kitchen benches with Kaboodle 2400 x 600 x 36mm Hevea Timber Benchtops. I will need to cut it to size myself as the lead time for special orders is a bit too long. Do I need a workbench or trestle table to do this? I'm an absolute beginner so all advice welcome. 

[EricL]

Hello @Edgar 

I suggest having a good look inside the blade receptacle of the jigsaw and wiping it down with a paper towel if there is excess lubricant. However, if while using it and more oil continues to come out, stop using it and bring it back to the store along with your docket and speak to the tool specialist and tell them what's happened.  

They will then assess the tool and find out if it is defective. If it is, the tool specialist will then process the warranty. In the meantime, I suggest using only timber offcuts while you practice using your tools. 

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric