Question 1

Dovetail joint

Accepted Answer

A woodworking joint where a series of pins on one board interlock with a series of tails on another board, providing a strong connection.

Question 2

Mortise and tenon

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A joint where a protruding tenon on one piece fits into a mortise on another, creating a strong bond.

Question 3

Face frame

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A frame attached to the front of a cabinet carcass to hide its plywood edges and provide additional structural support.

Question 4

Rabbet joint

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A joint where a recess is cut on the edge of a board to receive another board, creating a flush surface.

Question 5

Kerf

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The width of the cut made by a saw blade.

Question 6

Jig

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A custom-made tool used to guide a cutting, drilling, or assembly process for consistent results.

Question 7

Cope and stick

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A technique for creating a decorative profile and a groove on the edge of a door frame.

Question 8

Veneer

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Thin slices of wood, used to cover a substrate for aesthetic purposes or to create plywood.

Question 9

Edge banding

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Strips of veneer or other material applied to the edge of plywood or other substrates for a finished appearance.

Question 10

Crosscut

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A cut made across the grain of a board.

Question 11

Rip cut

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A cut made parallel to the grain of a board.

Question 12

Pilot hole

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A small hole drilled to guide a screw or nail, preventing splitting.

Question 13

Biscuit joint

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A joint where two boards are connected with a small, oval-shaped piece of compressed wood.

Question 14

Grain direction

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The direction in which the fibers of a board run, affecting its strength and appearance.

Question 15

Finger joint

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A joint where a series of interlocking fingers join two boards end-to-end for increased strength.

Question 16

Bevel

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An angled cut along the edge of a board.

Question 17

Chamfer

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A cut that removes a 45-degree corner from a board's edge.

Question 18

Groove

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A channel cut into the face of a board to accept another board.

Question 19

Dado

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A rectangular channel cut across the grain of a board to receive another board.

Question 20

Miter joint

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A joint where two boards are cut at complementary angles, typically 45 degrees, and joined edge-to-edge.

Question 21

Cross-lamination

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A process where layers of veneer are glued together with alternating grain directions to create strong, stable plywood.

Question 22

Solid wood

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Wood cut directly from a log, with no added materials.

Question 23

Lumber

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Wood that has been sawn, planed, and cut to size for use in construction or woodworking.

Question 24

Plywood

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Engineered wood made from multiple layers of veneer glued together.

Question 25

Particleboard

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Engineered wood made from wood chips, sawdust, and glue, pressed together into sheets.

Question 26

MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)

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Engineered wood made from small wood fibers and glue, pressed together into sheets.

Question 27

Hardwood

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Wood from deciduous trees, known for its strength and durability.

Question 28

Softwood

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Wood from coniferous trees, typically lighter and less dense than hardwood.

Question 29

European hinge

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A concealed hinge, used in frameless cabinetry, that allows for easy adjustment and removal of doors.

Question 30

Butt hinge

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A traditional hinge, consisting of two plates connected by a pin, used in face-frame cabinetry.

Question 31

Rail

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A horizontal member of a cabinet or furniture frame.

Question 32

Stile

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A vertical member of a cabinet or furniture frame.

Question 33

Kick plate

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A protective panel installed at the base of cabinets to protect from scuffs and damage.

Question 34

Scribe

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A woodworking tool used to mark lines for cutting or shaping.

Question 35

Brad point drill bit

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A drill bit with a center point and sharp outer spurs, designed for precise drilling in wood without tear-out.

Question 36

Forstner bit

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A drill bit with a flat cutting edge, used for drilling flat-bottomed holes in wood.

Question 37

Countersink

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A conical hole cut into a board to allow a screw head to sit flush with the surface.

Question 38

Counterbore

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A cylindrical hole cut into a board to allow a screw head to sit below the surface, often filled with a plug.

Question 39

Router

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A power tool used for cutting decorative profiles, grooves, and other shapes in wood.

Question 40

Table saw

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A power tool with a circular saw blade mounted in a table, used for making precise cuts in wood.

Question 41

Band saw

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A power tool with a continuous loop blade, used for cutting curves and resawing boards.

Question 42

Jointer

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A power tool used for flattening and squaring the edges and faces of boards.

Question 43

Planer

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A power tool used for smoothing and reducing the thickness of boards.

Question 44

Wood glue

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An adhesive specifically designed for bonding wood, typically based on polyvinyl acetate (PVA) or aliphatic resin.

Question 45

Clamps

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Tools used to hold workpieces together during assembly or glue-up.

Question 46

Sandpaper

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Abrasive paper used for smoothing and finishing wood surfaces.

Question 47

Shellac

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A natural finish derived from the resin of the lac bug, used to seal and protect wood surfaces.

Question 48

Lacquer

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A synthetic finish that dries quickly, providing a durable and glossy surface.

Question 49

Polyurethane

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A synthetic finish that provides a hard, protective surface, available in water-based or oil-based formulations.

Question 50

Danish oil

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A blend of oil and varnish, used as a penetrating finish to enhance and protect wood surfaces.

Question 51

Wood movement

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The expansion and contraction of wood due to changes in moisture content.

Question 52

Expansion gap

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A small space left between components to allow for wood movement.

Question 53

Case hardening

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A defect in kiln-dried lumber caused by uneven drying, resulting in internal stress and potential warping.

Question 54

Kiln-drying

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A process of drying lumber in a controlled environment to reduce its moisture content.

Question 55

Air-drying

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A process of drying lumber in an uncontrolled environment, typically outdoors, allowing moisture to evaporate naturally.

Question 56

Moisture content

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The amount of water in wood, expressed as a percentage of the wood's weight.

Question 57

Wood species

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Different types of trees from which lumber and veneer are sourced, each with unique characteristics, such as color, grain pattern, and hardness.

Question 58

Sapwood

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The outer, lighter-colored part of a tree trunk, responsible for transporting water and nutrients.

Question 59

Heartwood

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The inner, darker-colored part of a tree trunk, providing strength and support to the tree.

Question 60

Knot

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A circular or oval-shaped imperfection in wood caused by a branch growing from the trunk.

Question 61

Grain pattern

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The visual appearance of the fibers and growth rings in wood, which can be straight, wavy, or irregular.

Question 62

Quartersawn

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Lumber cut with the growth rings at an angle of 60-90 degrees to the face, resulting in a straight grain and reduced wood movement.

Question 63

Riftsawn

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Lumber cut with the growth rings at an angle of 30-60 degrees to the face, offering a balance between appearance and stability.

Question 64

Plainsawn

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Lumber cut with the growth rings at an angle of 0-30 degrees to the face, the most common method of sawing.

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