Dovetail Joints - Page 6 of 14

3 Steps to a Great Dovetail-Joint Glue-Up
December 3, 2012

Learn the right way to glue up through dovetails with a minimum of squeeze-out.
Fine Furniture from Reclaimed Wood
September 27, 2012

How to overcome the obstacles without losing the character
Perfect Dovetails on a Curve
September 27, 2012

Use nesting blocks to ease layout, clamping, and cutting of dovetails on mating curved parts.
How to Make Dovetail Keys
September 27, 2012

Q: I’ve built a few boxes with mitered splines on the tablesaw, and now I want to try my hand at dovetail splines. I know I can use a jig…
Designing Dovetails for Strength and Style
May 31, 2012

Are higher angles necessary when cutting dovetails in softwoods, and does the dovetail angle affect the strength of the joint? Christian Becksvoort has an answer.
Layout: When Pencil Beats Knife
December 8, 2011

For accurate dovetails and hinge mortises, you’re better off with the humble pencil.
Shopmade Hand Tools for Better Dovetails
June 2, 2011

Use a layout guide and small chisels for improved accuracy and refined looks when cutting dovetails.
Half-Blind Dovetails in Half the Time
April 7, 2011

Get the hand-cut look of half-blind dovetails with the speed and consistency of machines.
Proper Dovetail Layout for Hanging cabinets
February 10, 2011

Q: I’m making a hanging wall cabinet and would like to use dovetails to join the sides to the top and bottom. Should I put the tails on the sides…
When Sliding Dovetails Are Long, Taper Them
December 9, 2010

Q: I understand the difference between normal and tapered dovetails, but when should I use the one versus the other? Craig Bennett, Morgantown, WV A: Standard sliding dovetails are useful…

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