Joinery

Joinery hints, tips, and tricks to help you build better projects.


Cutting Long Finger Joints

Cutting Long Finger Joints

Here's an easy way to tackle making some extra-long finger joint. You do it with a combination of your table … Read More

Table Saw Tenons

Table Saw Tenons

The phrase “more than one way to skin a cat” is certainly overused. But when it comes to cutting tenons … Read More

Orderly Board Sizing

Orderly Board Sizing

Squaring up stock is one of those tasks that it's easy to lose track of what work has been done … Read More

Pocket Hole Jig Upgrade

Pocket Hole Jig Upgrade

A small, clamp-on pocket hole jig creates joints quickly and easily. Here's a way to make the jig even easier … Read More

Threaded Insert Jig

Threaded Insert Jig

Threaded inserts open up opportunities for creating knock-down projects or adding hardware to shop-built jigs and fixtures. The key is … Read More

Secret to Gap-Free Joints

Secret to Gap-Free Joints

Combine a hand plane and a miter gauge from the table saw to create a way to trim parts to … Read More

Top-Notch Tenons

Top-Notch Tenons

Here's an easy technique for building your hand tool skills and making tight-fitting joints. Read More

Pocket Hole Jig Base

Pocket Hole Jig Base

A pocket hole jig is a great way to build projects in a short amount of time. Take a look … Read More

Cut a Mortise on the Table Saw

Cut a Mortise on the Table Saw

Making mortises on your table saw is fast, easy, and accurate with the right approach. Read More

Box Joint Jig Helper

Box Joint Jig Helper

One of the challenges in cutting box joints at the table saw is seeing what's actually happening. Here's a clever … Read More

Dovetail Jig Setup Made Easy: Expert Advice for Perfect Results

Dovetail Jig Setup Made Easy: Expert Advice for Perfect Results

Struggling with your dovetail jig setup? Discover expert tips and tricks for routing perfect half-blind dovetails every time. From bit … Read More

Super Strong Miters

Super Strong Miters

A miter joint looks great but isn't the strongest option. But you can strengthen your miter joints with this easy … Read More

Biscuit Joinery Essentials

Biscuit Joinery Essentials

Solid, long-lasting joinery doesn't need to be complicated. A biscuit joiner simplifies the process. Learns the ins and outs for … Read More

Low-Cost Joinery Solution

Low-Cost Joinery Solution

Dowel joinery offers an easy, versatile way to build projects in a short amount of time. Here are two jig … Read More

All About Biscuit Joinery

All About Biscuit Joinery

A biscuit joiner is an all-in-one solution for building all kinds of projects. Take a look at what makes it … Read More