One common joinery method used in wood working is the mortise and tenon. A mortise is basically a hole in a piece of wood and the tenon is another piece of wood cut to tightly fit in that hole.

Construct them with the ultimate in joinery, the mortise and tenon joint made with the router. Decorative woodwork is evident in the Swiss Railing. Angled panels and wrought iron hardware set off ...

Woodworkers have always been very clever about making strong and attractive joints — think of the strength of a mortise and tenon, or the artistry of a well-made dovetail. These joints have been ...