Dove tail joint

Dovetail Joint

Dovetail joints are the largest form of corner joints used in cabinet work and other book-like constructions. These joints are made up of one or more dovetails cut in one piece and projections called pins on the other piece. The pin fits into the socket. The interlocking of the pin and socket provides an adequate gluing area. There are various forms of dovetail joints, including single dovetail joints, common/through dovetail joints, and lap dovetail joints.

Making a Dovetail Joint

Procedure:

Step 1:

Prepare the piece of wood to the required length.

Step 2:

Mark the position of the socket on the end of one piece and mark a depth equal to the length equal to the thickness.

Step 3:

Cut the sides of the tail or pin to the shoulder using a dovetail saw. Also, cut the sides for the socket. Place the tail over the position of the socket to flush on the sides. Use a pencil to mark where the socket should be.

Step 4:

Cut the sides by sawing along the waste of the lines, chop off the waste in the socket, and chisel to the required shape.

Step 5:

Assemble to be flush.