Through Dovetailing

: THE DOVETAIL JOINT

One of the simplest forms of the dovetail joint is shown in , where two pieces of timber are joined by the method known as "through" dovetailing. This method is used in everyday practice for joining the corners of frames, bracket trusses, and a hundred and one other articles.



and show the method of through dovetailing as applied to the making of boxes, plinths, and general carcase work; it is used in positions where no objection can be taken to the end grain showing

n each side of the finished work. In the case of plinths and furniture cornices the foundation frame is made of yellow pine or other cheap wood, and the more expensive and rare timbers are glued and mitred around in various thicknesses and shapes, thus saving the more costly material and strengthening the construction by the method known as laminating. In many cases all that is necessary is to veneer the face sides, thus covering and hiding any unsightliness.

















Fig. 269.—Dovetails for      Boxes, etc.

Fig. 269.—Dovetails for Boxes, etc.

Fig. 270.—Lap-dovetailing      for Drawers.

Fig. 270.—Lap-dovetailing for Drawers.





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