Sep 12, 2005 · A miter joint is the division, into two equal parts, of an overall angle created by intersecting parts. Precision is critical: Because the two parts must join to create the desired angle, …

May 5, 2025 · Miters are simple joints, but gluing them up cleanly is tricky. The key is to apply pressure directly across the miter without letting it move out of place. Erik Curtis has developed three …

May 31, 2012 · This miter joint has been in use since the Ming dynasty, and it may seem daunting at first. But Andrew Hunter lays out all the steps to create the three-way miter, starting with accurate …

Oct 3, 2013 · Strengthen Miter Joints with Splines Additional reinforcement will bolster the integrity of your piece.

Oct 26, 2024 · For this, the lock miter joint, while functional, is just too much trouble. With a two minute setup on the table saw, I can cut a kerf in the miter face and insert a continuous or intermittent spline …

Strong and straightforward, the mortise-and-tenon joint has been securing wooden structures for thousands of years. Here’s a detailed look at this classic joint, from anatomy to layout to cool …

Jan 22, 2011 · I had to do it….. after attending the Williamsburg conference “Working Wood in the 18th Century”, I rushed to the computer to figure out that beautiful, interesting, complex, and strong 3-way …

Secrets to a Perfect Mitered Box Learn how to create a seamless grain match and gap-free joints for mitered boxes.

Splines are a well-known technique for adding strength to miter joints, but there are times when a visible spline spoils the look of a box; for example, when you have carefully matched grain wrapped around …

May 29, 2012 · Andrew Hunter's three-way miter joint is a staggering feat of craftsmanship. Learn how this complex joint comes together with this companion video clip for his article in Fine Woodworking …