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Posted on Published: January 30, 2018 - Last updated: May 17, 2021
The ultimate guide to pocket holes will show you everything you need to know about this simple joinery technique, from proper placement to the correct screws for the job. With a few handy tips, you can make your project look professional, even if it's your first!
Last week, I gave an overview of how to use a Kreg Jig and compared two popular models. Now that you have the right tool for the job, how do you use those pocket holes to create amazing furniture? I'll show you all the tips and tricks to making perfect joints so your project looks professional even if it's your first build!
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No matter which model of Kreg Jig you have, you can create perfect pocket holes. But it's how you use them that turns your project from amateur to amazing! I've had my fair share of sub par joints that gaped, twisted or lined up incorrectly. Hopefully some of these tricks will help you prevent those issues!
First, a bit of board anatomy . . . There are three faces: the end grain, the edge grain and the face grain.
When planning the placement of your pocket holes, keep in mind that the screws can go into the edge grain and the face grain, but not into the end grain . Imagine the board like a bundle of chopsticks. A screw will slip between the ends of the chopsticks (the end grain) without gripping, resulting in a weak joint.
So you can't use pocket holes to make a board longer by joining two together at the end grain.
But you can make boards wider ! Planking multiple boards together along the edge grain is a great way to create solid surfaces without resorting to plywood. I've used this method to make wooden signs , bench lids and a desk top. I'll show you my trick for getting a perfectly flat surface with pocket holes later on.
But the most common way to use pocket holes is a simple 90 degree angle joint. When combined with wood glue, this joint will be strong and secure for the life of your furniture.
If you're building with plans like the ones in my woodworking plans library, the diagrams will show you exactly where to place the pocket holes.
If you're creating your own design, a little planning goes a long way. A quick sketch of your idea will help you determine which ends will receive pocket holes, and where the screws will go. Hopefully this way you can avoid cutting the wrong piece, drilling the wrong pocket holes, and taking another trip to the store for more lumber.
Kreg pocket hole screws come in two thread varieties: coarse and fine . Coarse screws are made for soft woods like pine and cedar, as well as plywood. This is the type of screw I stock up on. Fine screws are for hardwoods, which I haven't used yet (but plan to soon!)
There are also two different types of heads: washer heads and pan heads . Most of the time, you'll be using washer heads. Pan heads are smaller, and are used for thin 1/2" boards or hardwoods, and won't stick out from the hole like washer heads can. This article goes more in depth into the different types of wood screws and heads .
The unique shape of both types of screw heads is what makes pocket holes work so well. The flat bottom rests on the shelf that is created by the Kreg Jig drill bit and draws the pieces together tightly.
The screw enters the wood at a 15 degree angle. This means more screw is in contact with the wood than if you drilled it straight on, resulting in a better grip.
The square shaped driver bit included with all Kreg Jigs prevents your drill from stripping the screw head. I've found that over time, the square corners start to round out and the bit will spin in the head. I always keep a spare one around, as well as a shorter 3" bit for those tight spaces.
Ok, enough talk! Let's get building!
The most common way to join two boards together with pocket holes is at a 90 degree corner. While you could try to use the brute force of your hand to keep the boards lined up exactly, it's soooo much easier when you have a few clamps to act as extra, stronger hands!
This handy right angle clamp is specifically made for assembling furniture with pocket holes at a 90 degree angle. One end is pointed, and fits perfectly in your pocket hole.
The other end is flat, and clamps the two boards together. I prefer to clamp everything to my workbench , so nothing moves as I drive in the screws.
Sometimes the boards will shift when the screw goes into the wood, even with those clamps in place. The answer: more clamps! Here, I've used scrap wood to block the rogue board's path of escape. Then it has no choice but to go where you want it!
If your boards aren't the same thickness, things can get a little tricky. Drill your pocket holes to the depth recommended for the thinner board, and use a screw that corresponds to that dimension.
If you want the backs to stay flush, use a spacer to fill in the gap while you screw them together. In the example below, I'm joining a 1/2" board to a 3/4" board, using a 1/4" scrap of plywood underneath as a spacer. (Normally you wouldn't join plywood this way, but it was the only scrap wood I had lying around that would work for this example!)
When planking multiple boards together to form a desk or table top, you want to make sure the boards are as flat as possible. Even a small shift that occurs when the screw enters the wood might result in a lot more time spent sanding!
One trick is to clamp both boards tight to the workbench right next to the first pocket hole. I do this at both ends. When I get to the pocket holes in the center, I press down firmly on both boards to make sure they're flat against the work surface while I screw them together.
As long as your boards have crisp, clean edges and aren't twisted or warped, you should barely be able to see the joint. With some sanding and a little wood filler, you might not be able to spot the seam at all!
You can even use pocket holes on mitered corners! I haven't tried this technique out yet, but Kreg Tools has a great video to show you how it's done.
Most of the projects on my woodworking projects page use pocket holes, and would be great for a beginner. Many of them also have plans in the woodworking plans library to make it even easier to follow the directions. The diagrams show you exactly where to place the pocket holes, so you just need to cut and drill!
If you're not sure which Kreg Jig is right for you, be sure to check out my side by side comparison of the two most popular models. It also teaches you how to use a Kreg Jig , so you can confidently tackle your first woodworking project!
If you have any questions, or want something covered in more detail, feel free to leave a comment below. I'll do my best to answer as soon as possible!
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Your information was more helpful than the Kreg folks! I thank you and just finished my first project - working with the K 5.
I have a pocket hole jig and use it often and with great success. It never hurts to get more advice.
This is a great tutorial and exactly what I needed for a future project. Definitely PINNED. Thanks so much for sharing at Happiness is Homemade.
This is very informative and great information for when we start making some tables. Pinning for later! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!
Thank you for an excellent post. I have had my Kreg Jig for years and have yet to use it!
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Pocket-hole joinery , or pocket-screw joinery , involves drilling a hole at an angle — usually 15 degrees — into one work piece, and then joining it to a second work piece with a self-tapping screw .
Modern pocket hole machines are capable of routing low-angle pockets - as low as 3 degrees - creating stronger joints by minimizing joint shift. [1]
Pocket holes can be formed by drilling a series of holes until a pocket hole is created, but pocket hole jigs make the process much quicker and easier. Pocket hole jigs allow the user to drill a hole at an accurate angle to get a good joint. Using a pocket hole jig also makes for a cleaner and neater appearance as opposed to creating a pocket hole without the help of a jig. [2] A pocket hole jig is generally made of plastic and has a metal insert that the drill bit is inserted through to drill the hole. A jig can be a stationary device that the wooden pieces are clamped into, or a portable device that is clamped onto the wooden pieces. [3]
When joining boards at a right angle, it is important that the cuts are precise and square to prevent gaps or un-perpendicular joints between the boards. Some woodworkers lay out their project before drilling their pocket holes and mark the face of the board that they want to drill to ensure the hole is in the correct location. Most pocket joints are made by screwing into the face or the edge of the board rather than the end grain because the screw will grab better. [4]
Self tapping pocket screws are used for pocket hole joints. Pocket screws are generally more expensive, but they are needed for a tight, strong joint. Pocket screws have a wide washer head to prevent screwing too far into the joint and cracking the wood. The self tapping screws will grip any type of wood, but coarse threads are needed for softer wood and fine threads are needed for harder wood. [5]
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