Woodworking Joints (INFO) Flashcards
What is an example of a joint that needs to be precise?
Dowel Joint
What is an example of a joint that allows movement during assembly?
- Spline
- Biscuit Joint
Which joints add STRENGTH to the connection point of two pieces?
- Dovetail Joint
- Dado Joint
- Finger Joint
How is a Dovetail Joint connected?
Mechanical Interlocking
How is a Dado Joint connected?
Mechanical Supporting
How is a Finger Joint connected?
Adhesive
What are examples of decorative joints?
- Box Joints
- Dovetail Joints
- Dado & Rabbet Joints
What is the use of DECORATIVE joints?
To highlight beautiful joinery or to hide methods of construction
What are examples of Frame Joints?
- Through Mortise
- Blind Mortise
- Slotted Through Mortise
- Double Tenon
- Dowel Joint
Where would you use frame joints?
- Window frames
- Doors
What is a Casework Joint?
It’s a joint used to connect and strengthen cabinet parts, boxes & shelves
What are common examples of Casework Joints?
- Dowel
- Dados
- Rabbets
- Groves
- Splines
- Biscuit
What is a Dado?
A three-sided recess that travels across the grain of a piece of lumber
What is a Groove?
A piece of lumber that runs across the grain
What is a Rabbet?
A recess that runs along the edge of a board and is open on one side
