10 Helpful Pocket Hole Joinery FAQs For Beginners
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- Learn the basics of pocket-hole joinery and get answers to many frequently asked questions we hear from beginners. If you're new to pocket-hole joinery, this is the video for you!
This video covers the following FAQs:
00:00 Why use pocket-hole joinery?
00:42 What can you do with pocket-hole joinery?
02:33 What are the most popular Kreg pocket-hole jigs? How are they similar and different?
07:07 How do you adjust the settings on a Kreg pocket-hole jig?
07:47 How does a pocket hole work?
09:12 What type and size screws should you use for your project?
12:03 How far apart should pocket holes be spaced?
12:32 Why are there three holes on my Kreg jig's drill guide?
14:45 What kinds of joints can you make with pocket holes?
14:55 Should you use glue with pocket holes?
18:55 Where do you put pocket holes on mitered corners?
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Thank you to Matthew Peech for partnering with us on this video. Visit his TH-cam channel: / matthewpeechwoodworkin...
POCKET-HOLE JIGS SHOWN
▸ Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 720PRO www.kregtool.com/shop/pocket-...
▸ Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 720 www.kregtool.com/shop/pocket-...
▸ Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 520PRO www.kregtool.com/shop/pocket-...
SCREW SELECTOR TOOL
Not sure which Kreg pocket-hole screw to use? Use our free online screw selector to find the recommended screw for your project: www.kregtool.com/screw-selector
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Seeing Matthew Peech over here is like seeing a favorite character actor from a small TV show land a gig in the MCU! Well done, Matthew! And, good job spotting his talent, Kreg! He's a great teacher with a ton of enthusiasm. Love watching his builds.
Matthew is a great teacher and we're thankful for his support of Kreg!
Just had that same thought. I clicked to learn about the subject and was happy to see him teaching. He makes it easy!
Thanks Bender! Most don't know but I started this whole online teaching journey by giving tips on how to use the K4. I've been using Kreg tools for many moons! Lol. So of course I was honored when asked to be a guest teacher! Thank you for all of your kind words!
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Matthew is one of my favorite wood workers. He has a great gift for teaching and a passion for woodworking! Great Kreg products paired with a great teacher!
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I own a Kreg tool and it's the first time I get a really good explanation on how to. Thanks, you just got a new subscriber.
I watched because it was Peech before realizing I was on Kreg Tool page! Ha! Awesome to see him on here!
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Great to see Mr Peech as a Featured Creator!
We're glad to have Matthew as a guest on our channel!
this is one of the better pocket hole videos I have seen in a ling time... very informative and helpful to any beginner and someone that likes to watch a well made refresher .. thank you
We're glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching.
Thanks Steven!
Saw the thumbnail first, then channel. Nicely done! Love it when talent is recognized.
We're glad you enjoyed it, thank you!
Ive been intimidated by the kreg displays for years. Im an amateur wood worker that knows the luxury of what this tool can do but never knew which jig to buy. Thanks to this intuitive video it just took all my worries away. Ill definitely be buying a pro model in the near future.
You've answered all of the confusion I had over screw length choice for pocket holes, thanks Matthew
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WOW! Extremely informative! Thank you.
Fantastic video very straightforward and extremely informative..just what i was looking for!!!!..thank you Mathew.
Great tutorial on the Kreg products. I first purchased their pocket hole jig over 15 years ago and it is still working great and I'm working on a cabinet project so I just purchased their drawer guide jig. They are a great company
I am insanely jealous of your workshop!😀
Very informative and will be a great help for this old man learning new techniques for joinery!! Thank you.
Very informative video.
I have been intimidated about pocket hole joinery because of my lack of knowledge about it, this gives me the confidence to give it a try.
I saw Matthew's picture and knew I had to watch this video.I bought the M2 but I used it twice and I am setting it aside for the Kreg I also have that spot where my collet was set wrong nice to see that i'm not alone
Have used Kreg pocket hole joinery for about 5 years and yet learned some stuff from this video. Well done.
That's wonderful to hear!
Very helpful and encouraging!
Super helpful! Thanks Matt!
Thanks for watching!
Those "Mistake" holes sure do look factory made.... :-) Great education, thank you so much for your dedication in bringing content that benefits multitudes!!!
Best explanation I've ever heard. Great information.
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This was the BEST demonstration of pocket hole joinery I have watchged. Matthew is so clear in his explanation and makes it so easy to understand. I have subscribed to him as he is excellent in what he does and also a good guy.
Matthew is a great teacher! Thanks for watching.
This is about the third video that I have seen on the Kreg tool and out of all that I have seen I learned the most and found it very informative. Thank you
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Hey Matthew, I learned I could use the Kreg on a table for my utility room that will save me time but keep the strength in the project. thanks.
This is what I am looking for!!!! Thank you.
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What a great tutorial! This fella explains everything in detail and makes it easy to understand. Learned a lot just watching this one video. Thanks!
That's amazing! Thank you for watching.
Outstanding video! Nice to see Matthew here. I've learned enough from him and you guys to be making some cool stuff now. Thank you! Just ordered a couple track horses this morning.
Awesome, thank you for watching!
I have been fascinated by Kreg pocket hole makers for years. I bought asignlr hole jig years ago from a late-night TV commercial and an R3 a few years ago. I recently bought a Kreg 720 pro. I watched several videos including Kreg videos and had a few questions that remained unanswered. Everyone seemed to use the same size and type of wood for making connections. No one stressed the wood you are going into is the key to screw type, depth and length. YOU answer every single question. I have been dying to try these things for years. Thank you.
We're so glad this video helped answer your questions! For future reference, we have a new Screw Selector tool that will help you determine screw size for your projects if you're ever unsure: www.kregtool.com/screw-selector
Thanx man. That was awesome! Answered all my questions.
You taught me a lot right now and answered all the questions I had. Thank you. You are the 1st person that got me interested in diy projects. Thank you
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Excellent information! Thank you
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This is the best, most thorough, video on Kreg equipment I have ever seen. Kreg makes the tools look easy, this explanation makes actually working with the jig easy. There is a difference! Thank you! I will subscribe to see what else I didn't know I needed to know!
Thank you for watching, glad this video is helpful!
Great video. Been researching Kreg jigs and you just sold one to me. Very informative !!!
Wonderful! Thank you for your purchase, please let us know if you have additional questions once you get started with your Kreg Jig!
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Thank you soo much explaining how to use Kreg Pocket Hole Jig. Thank you.
We're glad you found it helpful!
@@KregToolCompany I'm new with pocket hole jig. I haven't had or even bought one. My question to you is do you have a discount or something to help or give to a new customer?
Awesome video... I've always been curious about pocket holes & screws! Thanks for the very helpful info!
Awesome, glad you enjoyed it!
great vid, thanks! Beginner question - what do you do if the collar is stuck on the bit?
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We're very glad you enjoyed the video, thank you!
I used the Kreg system for years and never knew some of the features you mentioned. Next time I'm in the shop I'll try them out!
Wonderful! Glad you learned something new🙌🏽
Excellent video! Even though I have used pocket hole joinery for a while, you explained it completely and it was a pleasure listening to the expression in your voice. Thank you!
We're glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks Gary. I like to explain things as if someone has never picked one up before. That way all skill levels are covered!
Great information thank you
Great video Peach, thanks brother !!!
Thank you so much for the awesome explanation! Totally going to be a Kreg pro now!
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Mind blown!!!!!!
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This was excellent. Thanks
Thank you this was very helpful
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You do very nice job with your videos. I bought my first Kreg jig back when it was all aluminum and only did one hole at a time.
That's awesome! Thanks for watching.
Fabulous video! Simple, (idiot proof😂) great choice on Having Matthew do this. I do not use my 720 a lot I forget sometimes what to do....this video will be played a lot!
Glad you enjoyed Matthew's tips!
Really like the video. Well done. I also added a couple of extra holes in my kreg jig on my first go.
Thanks for watching👍
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Thank you!
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Very impressive video. Learned a lot that i didn't know and that was really helpful. Thank you Kreg and to Mr. Peech for his narrative
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Thanks for watching Ron!
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We're glad to have Matthew as a guest on our channel today! Thanks for watching
Great vid! Thank you!
Thank you!
As a relative newcomer to the pocket hole world, and watching a few other videos on pocket hole joinery, I have found this to be the best one yet. I own a K5, which was all that I could afford at the time and it has served me very well. Since I have access to several drills, I have decided that I am going to purchase a couple more drill bits and collars and have them set at the various depths and never change them, that way I can't make a mistake and forget to set the collar properly. I thoroughly enjoy your method of getting the point across. Straight to the point with no frills. I've been binge watching your videos from the beginning and I'm learning quite a lot. I can make projects and set them up on my front lawn, as I live on the main access street into my small town in Alberta. Keep up the great work.
Amazing idea to set up a few drill bits for various depths!
Legend thanks again just fantastically explained. You have a great gift for explaining things nice one
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love my Kreg tools got my Kreg pocket hole jig long ago. Looks like I may need to update to a newer version. I personally believe Kreg choose the prefect person to make this video. I follow Matthew on TH-cam and enjoy all his builds. My project shop was destroyed by 2 different hurricanes, so I been storing all my tools in back of my 2A shop until recently. I just built a temporary workshop because my 12 yr old daughter has recently asked to learn how to word work. Her and my 14 yr old nephew help me put this shop together in 2 days and moved my tools in. So Matthew is fixing to make a few coins off my with his etsy shop.
Thanks for making this video.
Thank you for watching, we're happy to have Matthew on our channel! Glad to hear you have a new shop set up, can't wait to see what you build.
Thank you very much for very informative tips
Thank you!
Very well done and helped me a lot. I bet your other videos will be just as good so I subscribed. I keep drilling too deep on my Kreg Forman. Thank you
Every question I had about pocket holes answered. 👍
Fantastic!👍
This is so helpful! Thank you!
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This video is so incredibly helpful thank you!! :)
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Excellent video! Just wish I would have taken the time to watch it BEFORE I started my current project.😊
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Thank you for an excellent well thought out presentation and explanation. Nice work.
Thanks very much!
I'm about to dive into making a TV stand, I thought about solid construction, but now I think Pocket Joints are the way to go. Making it have no visible screws, and appearing finished is what I'm looking for. Great video, especially since I myself can be classified as a beginner. Thank you sir :)
We're glad this video was helpful! Excited to see how your project turns out.
very helpful, you do a great job a explaining things
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Excellent and informative
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One of the best explanation video's i've seen! Thanks Matthew! I just purchased the 520 kit for my DIY studio desk made out of Acacia wood. I am building a 2nd tier for my monitor and speakers. And I'm kinda worried of using my 520 kit not to screw up my wood! lol But your video explains everything nicely.
Very glad Matthew's video was helpful! Good luck with your desk project🙌🏽
Great vid - I’m making big drawers for a camper - I see you box joint screw to the outler piece - always though screw from the front to give more bite?
Any thoughts
Thanks a lot for the inspiring video
You're welcome!
Very interested 👌
Thank you so much for your help with this video. very good video
You're welcome!
Appreciate the informative video.
Question: when I am using 1/2” material, the screw head protrudes, it becomes a little proud of the piece. Is there a solution for this? A web search shows this to be a problem and I haven’t found an answer.
This man creates some amazing pieces of art. Good grief at the talent. And sounds just like Billy Bob Thornton. Lol
Peach!!!! Always great videos from him. I have never done any pocket holes and am interested in starting. Which jig should I get to start? 520 at orange box store comes with a bunch of screws for starting. It doesn't look like 720 does. Thanks for any advice.
This was a really good informative video. I’m a new DIYer and I’m learning about new tools every day and your video was amazing!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
That's fantastic, we're glad you learned something! Excited to see what you build!
Wow this is one of the most interesting video I have ever seen. Great job and thanks for the info.
Thank you, we're glad it was helpful!
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Great video Matthew, very informative and you make things easy to understand. You got a new subscriber. All the best.
We're so glad you enjoyed Matthews's video!
Great video. Basic and clear regarding all. Making picnic table for 2 year old. Thanks. Other videos not nearly as informative.
We're very glad it was a helpful video! Good luck with the picnic table project!
This is very helpful. Ty. I purchased 1-1/4 screws before seeing this I got them to do pocket holes in 1/2 plywood Will they still work all right or do I need to return for 1". By the way I just purchased 50 cedar pickets and at my big box store there $4.98 ea. Keep them coming
awesome video had to look you up and subscribe
Thank you for watching!
Thanks so much I was just taking a break from cabinet making and one question how can I get the collar to stay locked on the drill bit? I’m not getting it tight enough. Should I just permanently affix it to bit and buy separate ones? Thanks for tips!
Make sure you are getting the set screw tight on the stop collar and use a standard drill. These are not rated for an impact driver so if you are using that, switch to a standard cordless drill. If you continue to have problems, our support team is happy to help troubleshoot: kregtool.com/help
Great presentation. I need help deciding between the 520 and the 720 that will be used to join butcherblock countertop using a butt joint technique. Which model would be best for that? And furthermore what kind (or length) of Kreg screws would I use since this is thick hardwood? I have seen the recommendation for the use of fine-threaded screw to join hardwood material.
It sounds like you have a fantastic project ahead of you! I will leave links to a couple of helpful resources here, and also feel free to contact our Technical Support team and they are happy to talk through your project and help you select the best tools and screws.
Pocket-Hole Jig Comparison Guide: kregtool.com/comparejigs
Screw Selector: www.kregtool.com/screw-selector
I have the K4 jig. I might upgrade to the 720 later.
how often do you find a need for the micro jig?
When using two different thicknesses of wood you said to use the screw for the thickest but do you set your jig to drill for the thickest piece of wood?
We recommend that you attach the thinner piece to the thicker one whenever possible. That means you’ll drill the pocket hole in the thinner piece. So, use that thickness to set your pocket-hole jig and drill bit. Learn more about this here: learn.kregtool.com/learn/why-material-thickness-matters/
Hey Matthew I’m a subscriber to your channel. And I have my notifications on! How come I’m not getting notifications on your shows?