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Known for interlocking sections that start narrow and fan out, dovetail joints are elegant and dramatic. Well-made dovetails can elevate a simple wooden box into a work of art, and the mysterious swell of their interlocking joints always impresses non-woodworkers.
Dovetail joints often get used in woodworking. Artisans and carpenters, for example, utilize dovetail joints to build furniture, cabinets, and drawers. They also use this joint for carcass construction, log building, and timber framing.
To make a dovetail joint first you need to measure out the tails. When you are done doing that, using a dovetail saw cut the tails down to length. Afterward using a fretsaw cut them horizontally to remove the pieces from between and using a chisel square them up perfectly.
Consider these four types of dovetail joints for your next project. As with so many woodworking joints, the basic dovetail joint has seen several variations. They all join two pieces of wood together, but they have different characteristics that enhance specific designs.
Dovetail joints are a type of woodworking joint that is renowned for its strength and durability. They are created by interlocking wedge-shaped projections, or tails, with corresponding cutouts, or pins. This unique design creates a mechanically strong connection that is resistant to pulling apart.
Dovetail joints are a recognized mark of craftsmanship. We'll show you the fundamentals of making dovetails using a variety of methods including hand tools and dovetail jigs.
A quality dovetail joint is a hallmark of fine woodworking. Learn the various types of dovetail joints, and how to make tight-fitting dovetail joints.
By using a basic dovetail jig on a router table—rather than with a handheld router—you can turn out four perfect-fitting joints in about 12 minutes.
A through sliding dovetail extends from one side of the joint to the other, leaving the distinctive dovetail shape visible at both ends of the joint. It's the quickest sliding dovetail joint to make, and adds both visual interest and strength to projects such as display shelving.
In this article we’ll go over some dovetail basics, including variations in form and different methods for cutting dovetail joints. If you’d like to know more about anything, we’ve also included links to additional tips, tricks, and how-to articles and videos throughout this article.