Cabinetry is a job that novice woodworkers may find intimidating and avoid altogether simply because they are not familiar with proper assembley techniques. It’s not all that difficult, especially when you have the secret weapon of cabinet builders, the Pocket Hole Jig.
This affordable tool consists of a specialized clamp, drill bit and drill bit guide to allow for perfect joinery of two perpedicular wood parts, such as the sides of a drawer or cabinet trim panels. The jig allows the fastening screw to be hidden inside so what you end up with is a corner fastening with no visible screw heads. Pocket hole jigs are available in a variety of models from simple jigs priced around $50 to professional versions selling for between $100-$150. Read More…

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