You may also want to wear earplugs or protectors if you are sensitive to loud noises.

If you’re cutting something that’s square or rectangular, make sure the tape measure or straightedge makes a 90-degree angle with the side of the granite so your cut is precise. [6] X Expert Source Gerber Ortiz-VegaMasonry Specialist & Founder, GO Masonry LLC Expert Interview. 10 March 2020.

Avoid drawing directly on the granite. If you make a mistake on the line, it will be harder to remove.

Stand to the side of the saw instead of directly behind to protect yourself from kickback. [11] X Research source

If you don’t have a partner, rent a wet saw. Wet saws spray water over the rock and blade as you cut. [13] X Research source