How Do You Make A Sliding Dovetail Joint?
A very versatile joint in woodworking is the sliding dovetail. There are many variations of this joint and you can adapt each one to your particular needs. It’s relatively simple and fast to construct, especially when you have multiple joints to make at the same time. With a few basic tools and a little time, you will have this joint mastered. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself looking for reasons to use it in your next project. Mark the location of the dovetail slot on the wood with a pencil and straight edge. Carry these lines across the face of the piece and down one edge. This will help ensure your accuracy when cutting the slot. Score the pencil line with a utility knife or a marking gauge. Scoring the line will prevent the grain from tearing out as the router cuts the slot, resulting in much less cleanup afterward. Repeat this for every slot that is going to be cut. Measure the end of the board to receive the dovetail. Lay out the angled lines that will become the dovetail e
