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How to Cut Woodworking Mitre Joints
Q: How can I cut better mitre joints in the woodworking I do? Sometimes the results are nice and tight, other times there are gaps.
A: There are a few tips I’ve discovered over the years. Always use a knife to mark your cuts. A pencil is too coarse, even a sharp pencil. A mitre saw with some kind of light that shows where the blade will cut is another big help. One final tip is to cut your trim ever so slightly too large, then sneak up on an ideal fit if