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The Truth about Dovetails | Ask TWW 06

This article was originally posted on The Wood Whisperer.
Summary
A rapid-fire Q&A episode of The Wood Whisperer covering: whether dovetails are truly necessary for drawer construction, the proper table saw blade height, how to tell when a router collet should be replaced, what Marc does with scraps and offcuts, and quick tips for fine-tuning hand-cut dovetail joints. He also highlights a Tiered Plant Stand course and shares related resources like his Essential Joinery book and tools.

Do you consider dovetails essential for drawer strength and longevity, or do you prefer faster joinery methods for most projects?
  • 00:39 – Are dovetail truly necessary for drawers?
  • 02:24 – What’s the correct height for a table saw?
  • 04:09 – How to know if a router collet is due for replacement?
  • 07:01 – Tiered Plant Stand Course
  • 07:56 – What I do with scraps and offcuts during a project?
  • 09:11 – Fine-tuning a hand cut dovetail joint

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