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.
Perfect for DIY furniture and home improvement applications.
Have you ever heard of apocket hole jig?
Youll use this tool to hide screws/screw heads and make strong, tight joints.
This bang out of jig makes awoodworkingprojectlook professional.
And you dont need any experience to use one!
What is a Pocket Hole Jig?
If you purchase a Kreg pocket hole jig system, youre typically going to get a set pictured above.
It includes:
So why should you use one?
Heres what we love about our jig.
Benefits of a Pocket Hole Jig
What Does the Joint Look Like?
This join was created with one pocket hole, but we also use a two hole jig regularly.
This means the head will go down in the hole and be hidden.
Whether you use Kreg Jig screws is all about personal preference.
You dont want any gaps in the wood.
If your wood is two different thicknesses, set the depth for thethinnerboard.
The round, gray plastic piece above is where you will clamp the jig down.
I highly recommenda clamp as it frees up one of your hands.
Also, clamps prevent whoopsies.
You dont want your pocket hole jig slipping out from under you as youre drilling!
Insert the Drill Bit and Screw!
Youll start with one piece of wood the wood that you want the holes to go into.
Its easy to make straight holes without any issues missing the mark.
Repeat with the second hole if its a double pocket hole.
The thickness of the boarddoesmatter.
Are you ready to get started with a pocket hole jig?
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