Q. I recall that you stated in your column that the adhesives we use for wood are stronger than the wood itself. True? If so, I need to know what factors are critical in making a strong joint. The ...

From timeless dovetails to modern rabbet joints, joinery is the heart of strong, beautiful woodworking. Choosing the right joint and tools can transform your projects from functional to heirloom ...

Choose a space you don’t mind getting some glue squeeze-out on, or protect your work surface with paper or plastic. Assemble your tools. Take stock of your project and the joint you want to make. Glue ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are a lot of methods for making a strong joint between two pieces of wood. Dowels or biscuits can strengthen a joint by adding an extra ...

These three basic woodworking joints — including dowel joints, biscuit joints, and pocket screws — bring beginner wood projects together. If you’ve got a vision for building your own furniture, ...