Lee Valley Tools - Woodworking Newsletter Vol. 2, Issue 1

Woodworking Newsletter
Vol. 2, Issue 1
September 2007

Using Splined Miters in Frame-and-Panel Construction

Cutting the grooves for the splines.

Next, machine the spline stock, making it wider than the spline groove is deep. Resaw the stock so that it's thicker than the spline groove. Final dimensioning is done on the thickness planer. Once you are close to final thickness, plane a little off at a time and trial fit it until it slides in with just a bit of friction. Cut the stock into pieces oversized of the spline grooves.

To glue the splines into place, I use a thin applicator so that I can get the adhesive into the mouth of the groove. I also apply a little to the edge of the spline. Work quickly before the glue causes the wood to swell. You can lightly tap the spline into place using a small hammer. Ensure all the excess glue is squeezed out and the spline is set all the way in. You can use clamps to ensure a tight joint.

Once the glue is dry, trim off the excess spline stock using a flush-cutting saw and finish with a hand plane and scraper. Use a cabinet scraper to dress the front and back of the miters. I also like to use a cabinet scraper to remove the planer scallop and saw marks from the frame. Rout the outside profile, sand and finish.

Richard Carlson

Using a cabinet scraper to dress the front and back of the miters.

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