Joint Research
Box Joint
Description: Joint commonly used for creating box/ cube objects. Done by creating multiple notches along the meeting edges of pieces of wood.
Benefits: Provides a square corner and excellent hold.
Tooling required: Table saw, box joint jig (directions to this jig can be found here http://www.instructables.com/id/Box-finger-joint-jig/)
Instructions to this joint can be found here: http://www.finewoodworking.com/how-to/video/how-to-cut-a-box-joint.aspx
Mortise & Tenon Joint
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| Mortise (located on left) and tenon (right) joint. |
Description: A mortise is an object with a precise shape cut into it. A tenon is an object with a piece sticking out of it that can fit in perfectly into the hole on the mortise.
Benefit: Very sturdy and is often used for framing, cabinetry, doors, and windows.
Tooling required: a square, knife and marking gauge, a fine-toothed saw, and a couple of sharp chisels and mallet.
Instructions: http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/Main/Articles/Skill-Builder-Hand-Cut-Mortise-and-Tenons-6648.aspx
