Easies way to cut a circle in the middle of a MDF handy panel?

Question

I need to cut a circle out for the dryer hose outlet to vent through. It will need to be in the middle of the board so I can't just cut from a corner or something. It has to be in the middle because it needs to be a minimum height off the ground to be up to code. I was thinking of drilling a small hole and trying with a jigsaw, but I am just wondering if there is an easier or more sensible way to do it. Any help would so be appreciated! Thanx in advance!

Answer 1

unless you have the tools to make a perfect circle your thought is in the rite direction

Answer 2

use a***e saw you can get them in the right size for a dryer hose

Answer 3

You said the right way, drill a hole and jigsaw it.

Answer 4

Nail a very small nail in the center of the proposed hole. With a string and pencil make a circle. Plunge cut the jigsaw and follow the lines as close as possible.