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    A Tried-and-True Finish for a Mitered Box

    In this video, you'll learn how to prep the box and apply a hand-rubbed oil finish.

    Aug 07, 2012

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    Videos in the Series

    • box making

      How to Make Mitered Boxes

      August 7, 2012

      In this introductory video, Matt Kenney previews two ways to make boxes: mitered with splines and with mitered dovetails.

    • resawing

      Resawing a Board for a Box

      August 7, 2012

      In this video, you'll learn how to get a perfect four-corner match for your box.

    • Grooves and Miters

      Routing Miters and Grooves for a Mitered Box

      August 7, 2012

      This video shows a router-table technique that will give you precise miters every time.

    • Mitered Dovetails

      Cutting Mitered Dovetails for a Box

      August 7, 2012

      In this video on mitered boxes, you'll learn a challenging new twist on dovetails.

    • Cutting the Top and Bottom Panels for a Mitered Box

      August 7, 2012

      Learn how to make floating panels to accommodate seasonal wood movement.

    • Assembly and Glue Up

      Assembly and Glue-Up for a Mitered Box

      August 7, 2012

      In this video on mitered boxes, you'll learn two ways to glue up a box: one with clamps and one without.

    • box hinges

      Installing Hinges and a Lift for a Mitered Box

      August 7, 2012

      In this video, you'll learn how to accurately install box hinges and a shop-made ebony lift.

    • Tight-Fitting Trays

      Making Tight-Fitting Trays for a Box

      August 7, 2012

      Learn how to cut and assemble small, piston-fit trays for the inside of a mitered box.

    • finishing boxes

      A Tried-and-True Finish for a Mitered Box

      August 7, 2012

      In this video, you'll learn how to prep the box and apply a hand-rubbed oil finish.

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    Comments

    1. Modernbeatnik | Jan 30, 2017 08:12am | #1

      Great video Matt. Certainly helps to narrow done some first tool choices to make some nice boxes.

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      Woodshrink | Feb 04, 2017 05:23pm | #2

      Thanks Matt. The hand and power tool jigs were especially helpful. I am inspired to make some boxes that will be good copies of your methods.

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      KeyWoodShop | Nov 09, 2017 01:12pm | #3

      Great video workshop Matt! Going to give the mitered dovetails a shot! Also, A+ on the subtle snark!

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      user-6906806 | Feb 16, 2018 09:32pm | #4

      Thank you. I’ve been making some small, crude boxes and was looking for something to inspire me to reach for the next level.

    5. user-7106104 | Aug 29, 2018 05:19pm | #5

      Matt, thanks for sharing your skills on this beautiful box. The fit and finish are top notch.

    6. user-3217816 | Sep 01, 2018 10:25am | #6

      excellent work and great presentation.

    7. user-7106104 | Sep 12, 2019 07:12pm | #7

      Matt, thanks very much for another great learning experience.

      Randy

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