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THE CABINET

HOW TO CUT THE GROOVES AND REBATES (POWER TOOLS)

This is the first time in the free online school that we have used a router. While this is not a comprehensive overview on how to use one, it will give you a thorough understanding of how to carry out this operation safely.

LESSON OBJECTIVES

    - How to layout the groove / dado
    - How to bulk remove material
    - How to refine the joint
    - How to maximise accuracy

SUPPORTING MATERIAL

Cutting Rebates on a Lid
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This video will help when it comes to setting up the rebate plane and establishing a cut.

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Cutting Long Rebates
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This lesson shows you how to cut long rebates using a rebate plane and shows you methods of clamping your work.

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How to Sharpen a Plane
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This video teaches you how to create a cambered blade for your handplane. An indispensable addition when edge jointing.

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