Joinery for Everyday Furniture

What this ebook covers

This ebook focuses on the joints that shape everyday furniture, explaining when to use each option and how to approach clean, reliable construction across a range of builds.

• Essential joint types: butt joints, rabbets, dados, lap joints, miters, dowels, pocket screws, and mortise-and-tenon basics
• Choosing the right joint: matching construction methods to tables, shelves, cabinets, and frames
• Accuracy and fit: marking, test cuts, alignment, clamping, and assembly sequencing
• Balancing strength and simplicity: selecting practical joinery without overcomplicating a project
• Clean finishing details: hiding fasteners, refining edges, and keeping the final piece visually consistent

Built for makers who want to understand furniture joinery in a straightforward, usable way.