Dave Monk Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 I thought I would share the way I glue and clamp mitered sides for a box. I'm sure there are a lot of ways. This is pretty basic for many of you. If you have a better way please share it with me. dave 1. Make sure each piece is the exact same width. I use my thickness planer. 2. Each adjacent side the exact same length using a stop. 3. Lay against straight edge point to point. 4. Use painters tape to tape together. 5. Turn over and put glue in the V. 6. Fold up. MTCowpoke22, amazingkevin, Birchbark and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Dave, great minds must think alike, I do glue-ups the same way. Len Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Dave Like the way things work for you. The only difference is I spread the glue between the joints, Great Job Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Yup, that's how I do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 That's quite a production line there Dave judging by the pile on the left. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 I thought I would share the way I glue and clamp mitered sides for a box. I'm sure there are a lot of ways. This is pretty basic for many of you. If you have a better way please share it with me. dave 1. Make sure each piece is the exact same width. I use my thickness planer. 2. Each adjacent side the exact same length using a stop. 3. Lay against straight edge point to point. 4. Use painters tape to tape together. 5. Turn over and put glue in the V. 6. Fold up. I believe you just taught an old dog a new trick,Thanks Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Don't use that method because I have an adjustable strap but would use it if I DIDN'T. Roly Dave Monk and Loskoppie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loskoppie Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Thank you for the tips. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Thanks for sharing Dave ! Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonylumps Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Aha Festool Tracksaw.I just sold mine.A package deal 2 55" tracks and A Makita 118". Just did not use it anymore.Nice when I did use it.That is the first time I saw tape used.And I have been fighting clamps all this time.Thanks Dave 72 YO and I am still learning. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Well this way is brand new to dumb ole me, and I am so glad you posted it, Dave. I will definately give this a try very soon. I have had so much trouble doing this task. I will let you know how well it works for me.. Dick heppnerguy Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerJay Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Maybe now I won't have to be so scared to glue-up mitred joints from now on ..... .... now why didn't you post this 45 years ago ..... Thanks, Jay Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry1939 Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Thanks for sharing Dave. I have been doing that also. Just an added tip. After you have glued and wrapped the tape on the final corner & set it upright, take a ruler and make sure the diagonal measurements are identical. In case there is a slight difference, use a bar clamp or some heavy objects to force the "long" side to where it should be. jerry Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sycamore67 Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 I also do this and the tape is enough for tight joints. I will also shoot the corners with a plan and shooting jig to get precision corners. I also use tape on the inside of the box in the corners to keep excess glue off the wood and make clean up easier. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldhudson Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 That's how I was taught. I too noticed the Festool track. I purchased the Makita version and love it, so easy to break down sheet goods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 This system works well. I have used it for, one of a kind, boxes. I make box frames similar to this 20-30 at a time and I have made a jig/frame to hold the four sides upright. I apply glue as is shown in the photos, but then just set the four sides together and "clamp" this assembly with four rubber bands. No tape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandaideman Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 thanks Dave that is a good tip. Now if you had tips for making mitered corners I could try it. yes I use a miter saw but have gone to only using for cutting straight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton717 Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 I use this method too. Sometimes I will stretch electrical tape around the outside for a little extra pressure Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted September 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 Dan, Mitered corners are not hard at all. 1. Good blade 2. Miter saw fence at a right angle to the base 3. Perfect 45 angle 4. Material thickness and width on all pieces identical 5. Use a stop so all pieces are the identical lengthd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted September 21, 2016 Report Share Posted September 21, 2016 A sled/jig for a table saw will also work well to cut 45° miters. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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