Dowels are cylindrical wooden rods or pre-cut pins used in woodworking joinery to align and strengthen joints. When inserted into accurately drilled holes, they create a hidden and durable connection without the need for screws or nails. Dowels are widely used in furniture making, cabinetry, shelving, and general woodworking projects to ensure precise alignment and structural integrity.
Key Features of Dowels:
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Accurate Alignment: Keeps workpieces properly positioned during assembly.
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Strong Joints: Provides durable connections that resist shear forces.
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Versatile Applications: Ideal for edge-to-edge, edge-to-surface, and corner joints.
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Clean Finish: Allows for seamless joints without visible fasteners.
Dowels are an essential component in dowel joinery, offering woodworkers and DIY enthusiasts a simple yet effective way to achieve professional-quality joints.
