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| A stopped chamfer with a lamb's tongue |
A decorative flourish in metal, wood or plaster that terminates
with an S shape often earns the name "lamb's tongue". It is, in essence, an ogee shape. In furniture,
a lamb's tongue is frequently used at the point where a stopped
chamfer changes into a sharp corner.
Making a lamb's tongue at the end of a chamfer intimidates some
woodworkers; however, it's simple work once you know the right
strokes.
Layout Is Everything
Precise work begins with accurate layout. The best way to lay
out a lamb's tongue is to make a small wooden template of the
shape. Trace the pattern onto both faces of the arris (the corner
made by adjoining surfaces) where the chamfer will end. Use
a cutting gauge to lay out the chamfer all along the arris.
The chamfer shown here is 3/8" x 3/8".
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| Pattern for making a wooden template |
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