(Kreg Jig)

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Learn all about how to use the pocket hole jig – otherwise known as a Kreg Jig! Use this tool to make your woodworking strong and tight with (almost) invisible screws.

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What is a Pocket Hole Jig?

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Benefits of a Pocket Hole Jig

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What Does the Joint Look Like?

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How to Use a Kreg Jig: Make sure that your wood is cut with a miter or table saw set to 90 degrees so that you can have an absolutely smooth join.

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Clamp the Jig Flip the Kreg jig over after you’ve set it, and place it down where you want to join to be.

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Insert the Drill Bit – and Screw! You’ll start with one piece of wood – the wood that you want the holes to go into.

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(Kreg Jig)

How to Use a Pocket Hole Jig

Learn all about how to use the pocket hole jig – otherwise known as a Kreg Jig! Use this tool to make your woodworking strong and tight with (almost) invisible screws.

What is a Pocket Hole Jig?

You’ll use this tool to hide screws/screw heads and make strong, tight joints. This type of jig makes a woodworking project look professional.

Benefits of a Pocket Hole Jig

You can accomplish joins in a matter of minutes. No alignment issues when joining two pieces of wood – it’s one hole. No gluing required. No leaving your project clamped together for hours even if you glue.

What Does the Joint Look Like?

If you’re like me, you probably need it spelled out, so I’m going to start with a visual of a finished join we did using this tool. It’s probably going to look familiar to you:

How to Use a Kreg Jig: Make sure that your wood is cut with a miter or table saw set to 90 degrees so that you can have an absolutely smooth join.

Clamp the Jig Flip the Kreg jig over after you’ve set it, and place it down where you want to join to be.

Insert the Drill Bit – and Screw! You’ll start with one piece of wood – the wood that you want the holes to go into.

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