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THE CABINET

DOOR TENON LAYOUT

In this lesson, I’ll show you how to transfer the measurements of the mortise components cut in the previous lesson, to the rail components that will be cut in the next lesson.

LESSON OBJECTIVES

    - How to size the tenons
    - How to layout the tenons
    - How to plan for material removal
    - How to prevent twist after assembly

SUPPORTING MATERIAL

My 5 Favourite Tools for Hand Cut Joinery
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Want to know what my favourite tools are for hand cut joinery? This video will talk you through everything that I could not live without in my workshop.

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5 Tips to INSTANTLY Improve Your Dovetails
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If you’re looking for some extra little tips to help you with your dovetailing, there are some great pointers in this video that will help you to improve everything from your marking out to sawing to chiselling.

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How to Saw Correctly
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Unable to cut a straight line? Can’t make square cuts? Can’t get the saw started in the first place?! This lesson will help!

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