Pocket Hole Joinery Tips

Pocket Hole Advantages

Fast and strong joints for casework. Hidden fasteners from visible faces. Requires minimal setup time. Adjustable for alignment during assembly.

Jig Setup

Set drill depth for material thickness. Position collar correctly. Clamp workpiece securely. Use appropriate screw length.

Joint Strength

Add glue for permanent assemblies. Face grain to face grain strongest. End grain joints adequate for casework. Not ideal for fine furniture.

Best Applications

Cabinet face frames excel with pocket holes. Plywood casework assembles quickly. Shop furniture builds fast. Table aprons to legs work well.