My lips are sealed!Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
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Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
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Thanks a lot, Lee, for sharing your top-secret tricks. But, aren't you worried that you will lose business, when all of us are as great a craftsman as you? (I only wish it were that simple…) ;^DGluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
I really appreciate those here who share their "tricks" with us. It has really helped me a lot!
Hi guys;Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Thanks for keeping a lid on this!
No I'm not worried Tom, I'm looking for a new career anyway! I'm going to become an astronaut once I get past my fear of height!
Lee
Thanks for the post, Lee. As always you are a wealth of information.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
I have used this on small pieces or when I needed to clamp an oddly shaped piece but it simply never occurred to me to use it on something as large as this. Duct and painters tapes can be some of the most versatile tools we own.
Thanks Lee, I too have used the idea on very small projects…. it never occured to me for large ones. Very ingeneous. I never told anyone either.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
THANKS! Dave
Interesting. It is just like making a mitered box. Hmmm.. Do you use just one board and then "wrap it" around the leg or post?Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Thanks guys;Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
John, it becomes the leg when using four pieces. This particular piece was a fluted pilaster on a fireplace mantle, which is why it only has three sides.
Lee
Good tip Lee.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
I see you prefer the blue tape as well.
There are times I wish it was a bit more tacky.
I also use a bit of rubber surgical tubing when things get a bit difficult.
Cheers
Bob
Lee - Great tip. I've been using tape for clamping for a long time. A lot of people overlook it.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Bob - Lee - Try this masking tape. There are different green tapes but this is the one to get.
It's for "For Hard To Stick Surfaces" and you can leave it on for 3 days with no glue residue.
The best thing about it is that it stretches a little allowing you to stretch it over a gap and it will pull
it together. It's part number 3M 2060. Sticker than the blue, but just as easy to get off. You just have to get it started.
Hi Bob;Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Yeah, I am definitely a fan of blue tape, as well as the Green, as Gary points out.
Lee
Thanks for the tip Lee. See you in 4 weeks.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
LumberJock Picnic at Lee's home June 21. First day of summer.
Thanks for sharing your techniques, I think you're a great asset to the LJ community.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Oh and I have to let you know that I'm tellin' everyone!
Hi Todd;Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Thank you for the kind words Todd.
I knew someone would spill the beans! It was bound to happen.
Just so long as it wasn't me! LOL
Lee
Hi Karson;Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
I guess I better tell my wife soon, huh!
I'll try to come with something interesting for us to do.
Lee
Lee-Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Thanks for the great blog. As they say, "a picture is worth a thousand words".
I guess it looks like I am going to become a leg man after all.
Dave
great tip lee , now to find some jobs to use it on , any tips on that ? lolGluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Hi Dave,Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Being a leg man myself, nothing wrong with that!
Hope this answers your question.
Lee
Hi Verne;Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
Things are a bit slow no matter who you talk to.
Just keep the faith!
Lee
Good idea and I really like your assembly bench.Gluing a mitered leg or post
In response to Dave in Texas's question on a mitered joint, I thought I'd show an easy way to make a hollow leg or post, without any splines.
This method works very well and is simple. Actually, it's so easy it seems impossible, but your results will be perfect. We use it on very high end work, with no problem as the joint is furniture quality along it's entire length.
This is a top secret trick, so don't tell anyone okay.
Lee
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