Part of: Woodworking Techniques → Pocket hole joinery is the most accessible woodworking joint technique available — it requires one specialized tool (a pocket hole jig), uses widely available screws, and produces a strong joint that’s ready for the next step without waiting for glue to cure. The pocket hole joint consists of a precisely … Read more
Part of: Pocket Hole Joinery → A pocket hole jig is the fastest way to join two pieces of wood without visible fasteners or complex joinery. The jig guides a stepped drill bit at a 15-degree angle into the end or edge of a board, creating an angled pocket that accepts a self-tapping screw. When … Read more
Part of: Pocket Hole Joinery → The Kreg pocket hole jig is the tool that made pocket hole joinery mainstream. Before Kreg’s jig system, pocket hole joints required a drill press and careful setup — now a carpenter at any skill level can drill consistent, properly-angled pocket holes in 30 seconds. The jig guides a … Read more