bevelcut

Bevelcut is a term used across several crafts to denote a cut or edge shaped at an angle relative to a surface. It is most commonly associated with bevels in woodworking and metalworking, but can also refer to techniques in hairstyling and, in branding, to products and tools designed to perform bevel operations.

In woodworking, a bevel cut tilts the cutting edge away from perpendicular to the workpiece, creating an edge that meets another surface at an angle. Bevels are used to join boards, fit moldings, and create decorative frames. They are typically produced on table saws, miter saws, or hand planes, with common angles ranging from 0 to around 45 degrees depending on the joint.

In metalworking, beveling prepares edges for welding by creating a bevel groove. Bevel cuts can be V-, U-, or J-shaped and are produced with beveling machines, grinders, or CNC tools. The bevel angle and groove geometry influence weld strength and accessibility for inspection.

In hairstyling, a bevel cut describes a technique that softens the edge of a haircut by creating a graduated, angled line toward the perimeter. It is used to reduce bulk and help hair fall with natural movement, often in bob or layered styles.

Bevelcut also appears as a brand name for tools, hardware lines, or software modules that handle bevel shaping, edge routing, or CNC programming. As a term, it is not tied to a single standardized method, but rather to the general concept of angled edge work.

See also: bevel, chamfer, miter cut, beveling machine, weld bevel.