How To Make Perfect Half Lap Joints On The Table Saw

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  • Half laps joints can be used for all sorts of joinery tasks and mastering them can open the doors to some more creative joinery options as well. This is just one of many ways to cut half lap joints on the table saw, but it's a good one.
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  • @InspireWoodcraft
    @InspireWoodcraft  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    HEY! If anyone needs a quick and easy way to make the blade-width shim, here's a quick and easy way that's ACCURATE! th-cam.com/video/nsw5qlrdx2A/w-d-xo.html

  • @harveysburger
    @harveysburger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Awesome how he gets straight to the point. No time wasted, precise clear instructions then done. In and out in few minutes

  • @javiermachin1
    @javiermachin1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Jodee: “I can put a man on the Moon, without making any marks or measure anything.”

    • @vjtiengineer5496
      @vjtiengineer5496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      NASA could use Jodee so there are no metric vs. imperial confusions ;-)

  • @kevinb6102
    @kevinb6102 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow that blade height trick is just what I needed thanks !!!!

  • @jfoy.99
    @jfoy.99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been watching videos to improve my woodworking for 3 years now, how come i'm just now finding your videos? All of them are amazing. Thank you.

  • @jrmakawoody
    @jrmakawoody 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for adding the less expensive alternative blade!

    • @InspireWoodcraft
      @InspireWoodcraft  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching and acknowledging that. I'm glad someone noticed!

  • @fastlap2
    @fastlap2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just wanted to tell you I used this method today for the first time and it worked perfectly.

  • @josephhargrove4319
    @josephhargrove4319 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A nice, elegant use of direct measurement to size the pieces correctly. Use of the shim is a plus and the step I've been missing. I gotta make me one of those!
    richard
    --
    “Everything that needs to be said has already been said. But since no one was listening, everything must be said again.”
    - André Gide

    • @InspireWoodcraft
      @InspireWoodcraft  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely love that quote. I need that on my wall in the shop!

  • @NWGR
    @NWGR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome dude. Your vids are quickly becoming my "bag of tricks" go-to.

  • @tonyh5429
    @tonyh5429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is by far a very cool technique; I think I have watched this video several times which mean I plan on using it- thanks

  • @mattbowers5342
    @mattbowers5342 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent, and with paired to the video on making the perfect shim it is unbeatable!

  • @vjtiengineer5496
    @vjtiengineer5496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You are incredibly talented AND have a knack of sharing that knowledge with no-nonsense, to-the-point concise videos. Truly INSPIRATIONAL. Keep up the good work - love to watch and learn.

  • @davidyeo4302
    @davidyeo4302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video!
    Always breaking it down and giving great, and useful, information!!
    Thanks

  • @TheWestmonster
    @TheWestmonster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You make things so easy and it only motivates me to learn more about wood working. Great video! Thanks.

  • @toonybrain
    @toonybrain 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I always appreciate your videos of expected cleverness, but never as much as when I’m working on a project which involves one of your topics. It’s then that the relevance and usefulness of your information shines. I can’t wait for morning to start on my half-laps. 😁

  • @JohnSmith-or7re
    @JohnSmith-or7re 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tried this today and it worked perfectly the first time!! Thanks for this.

  • @chuckmaddox6725
    @chuckmaddox6725 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Flat bottom blades make the woodworking world go round

  • @jrosenste
    @jrosenste 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amateur woodcrafter. I used this technique tonight in some half laps I'm using for cabinet doors. Worked INCREDIBLY easy. Definitely recommend using a flat tooth blade as I had some extra sanding to do with the blade I used.
    Thanks for the great content. Earned a sub, for sure!

  • @APCDTBSYLDOMN8
    @APCDTBSYLDOMN8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazes me how much more acheivable a tight half lap is from watching this video. looking forward to scrolling through your other videos! Thanks mate!

  • @bruce7595
    @bruce7595 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done video! You sir are a good instructor. Thanks for posting.

  • @jeffmoon6230
    @jeffmoon6230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was very simple and helpful. As a new woodworker, I appreciate the tip.

  • @natesgt
    @natesgt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Another great video! You could probably save a little time by drawing an 'X' from opposing corners on the end to find the center. I would just use the shim as a straight edge to draw the lines and that should get me dead on center or really close.

  • @hansdegroot8549
    @hansdegroot8549 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfectly explained. Thanks for sharing. I'm going to try this.

  • @libertyvilleguy2903
    @libertyvilleguy2903 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good instruction; short and to-the-point. Thank you.

  • @davesmith4957
    @davesmith4957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicely done, and so much simple than a Kerf maker!

  • @michaelbyron1166
    @michaelbyron1166 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent demonstration and presentation. I learned a lot from you today. Please keep these wonderful, helpful videos coming! Thank you ever so much for your time and efforts.

  • @rosevan5485
    @rosevan5485 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a great teacher. Thank you.

  • @stephenrichie4646
    @stephenrichie4646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yup. Figured that out a couple of years ago. The blade-thick spacer is the key. Works like a charm. Good video. Thanks.

  • @gdreclaimed5442
    @gdreclaimed5442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That is a great way to do half laps! I like it because I use a lot of reclaimed wood and the pieces are never the same width. I always flatten a reference side any way so thickness is never the issue.

  • @earlmorton1216
    @earlmorton1216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool! I really like half-laps, but have struggled to get them accurate. I've always thought that there should be an easier way, and you just provided it. Thanks! I also like that special saw blade. I have not seen those and will have to look for one.

  • @puckhugh
    @puckhugh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Clear and to the point that’s why I subscribed to your channel

  • @TheKrietjur
    @TheKrietjur 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great tips and tricks, love it!

  • @naeemmoolla6903
    @naeemmoolla6903 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a mil bro - this was the best explained and shown method. Wasted the last hour until I found this!

  • @tidesign7625
    @tidesign7625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always learn great tips from you Jody, thanks!

  • @robcoulter6019
    @robcoulter6019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Terrific idea! Wish I’d seen this and the 1/2 lap vid two walks ago. Would have saved me lots of head scratching and scrap making. Many thanks!

  • @rayray31583
    @rayray31583 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is a great video.
    I’m a novice woodworker and I decided to try this technique on a “hidden” frame for a project I’m doing. Great opportunity to try your method because any mistakes won’t be seen. But it turned out way better than I expected

  • @khosrowmkh2554
    @khosrowmkh2554 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you Jodee. That is an absolutely fantastic tip.

  • @Sebastopolmark
    @Sebastopolmark 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very well presented. This is a GREAT - NO MEASURE technique. Will get that shim made and make some half laps! !! !!!

  • @mightymorka
    @mightymorka ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, I’m literally inspired by all your videos!!!

  • @traebien8972
    @traebien8972 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your the man Jody! Thanks for the great tips!

  • @robsandstrom9854
    @robsandstrom9854 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done. Will look forward to the right project to try half laps.

  • @g.m.fallon3135
    @g.m.fallon3135 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, your a great teacher. You might include in a future video lesson that," The reason you need the shim is because your saw is calibrated to the Right side of the blade". I look forward to getting notifications of your new lessons.

  • @joshuamartin7443
    @joshuamartin7443 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the videos. As always super helpful

  • @waelbu-holigah9308
    @waelbu-holigah9308 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so very much, you finally made it so easy 👌

  • @bobsmith3790
    @bobsmith3790 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was great. I’m always grateful for what you share.

  • @wayneduncan5656
    @wayneduncan5656 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have now watched three (3) of your instructional videos and very impressed with your presentation and content.

  • @ghanymesley1382
    @ghanymesley1382 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you man it's the easy way to do it bravo. 🎩 ghany from Algeria.

  • @ilive4livemusic
    @ilive4livemusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yet another clear and helpful video. I really like your approach

  • @TheMikeNan
    @TheMikeNan ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely BRILLIANT !!

  • @pemtax557
    @pemtax557 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jodee ... Once again a fantastic video!! I always learn something new with every video you make. Your time and effort is truly appreciated. Cheers Mate!

  • @whomadethatsaltysoup
    @whomadethatsaltysoup 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Superb! I'm an old shopfitter who has been pottering around in my ever developing garage workshop. This is an absolute gem of a tip. Easy to execute and virtually free. I went ahead, a while back and bought the Banggood kerf-doofer when it was on sale at £15 Sterling. Well, it absolutely works, and I cannot complain with the quality of the accessory which is excellent - especially for the price!
    However, your tip makes half laps, dados and grooves a breeze on the table saw.
    Thank you for sharing! You have a new subscriber! 👍

  • @makermark67
    @makermark67 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great tip. Very useful. Thanks!

  • @ladykenja2700
    @ladykenja2700 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    - It WORKED VERY well. Helpful video. Thanx 4 sharing.

  • @billdodson207
    @billdodson207 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    best best best video, script, and approach on this topic

  • @mzbreski
    @mzbreski 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Thanks for posting

  • @UncleSarkis
    @UncleSarkis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video, thank you for sharing!

  • @user-qg6fy4yp8t
    @user-qg6fy4yp8t 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always, good and practical tips!!!!

  • @Alan-hd6vc
    @Alan-hd6vc ปีที่แล้ว

    Very very good instructions!!! Thank you! Appreciate it! Learned a very valuable technique.

  • @buzzpatch2294
    @buzzpatch2294 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    as always pleasure to watch your vids

  • @mikedisimile2478
    @mikedisimile2478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job explaining everything thank you

  • @gordroberts53
    @gordroberts53 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    More brilliance! I think the most challenging part of woodworking is getting the measurements correct...problem solved. After only two clips I'm ready to put you in the top ten woodworking channels on YT. Thanks for sharing!

  • @mariolombardi3864
    @mariolombardi3864 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tip. Thank you.

  • @PedroGarcia-lp3we
    @PedroGarcia-lp3we 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome tips, thanks for sharing.

  • @charlieodom9107
    @charlieodom9107 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is perfect! I'll be using this method with my dado stack to create my half laps instead of a router and having to build some complicated jig.

  • @johnvodopija
    @johnvodopija 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was very helpful. Thank you 👍😎🇦🇺

  • @josephvalenzi7791
    @josephvalenzi7791 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant! Thank you

  • @jamalhassan3810
    @jamalhassan3810 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great and useful tip using shim...

  • @eddiel1538
    @eddiel1538 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much, I enjoyed your video, woodworking is my hobby and this is very useful. 👍👍👍

  • @eatdrinkwineguy
    @eatdrinkwineguy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so good. For those trying it be aware not too push to hard against the shim/fence with your piece. My first fits were so tight I could barely get them together but I stopped trying to be the Hulk for a second and they ended up fitting perfect. Hope that may help someone.

  • @RPDCH1
    @RPDCH1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jodie....excellent !

  • @chasewhatmatters8730
    @chasewhatmatters8730 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So many great tips, thanks man

  • @georgegri
    @georgegri ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!! love your videos!

  • @pteddie6965
    @pteddie6965 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a great method. Thanks for sharing it with us.
    I'd like to see you make an arts and crafts style picture frame using this method. Thanks again.

  • @markmcgarrey8655
    @markmcgarrey8655 ปีที่แล้ว

    Game changer for me thanks a bunch

  • @GrantOakes
    @GrantOakes ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the simplicity

  • @kennyg6482
    @kennyg6482 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, as always.

  • @wolfman75
    @wolfman75 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You Sir!!! Great info!!! Much appreciated!!! 👍😎📏

  • @EduardoTorresDeMadera
    @EduardoTorresDeMadera 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tip. Thank you for sharing.

  • @SchysCraftCo.
    @SchysCraftCo. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wowsers that is Very helpful video thank you so much. That turned out very smooth look on that half lap. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend keep making greatness.

  • @BruceEEvans1
    @BruceEEvans1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I knew there had to be a way to do this. Thanks.

  • @barrykery1175
    @barrykery1175 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I liked how you found center. I use a radial arm saw but the principal is the same.
    I'll have to remember to use the correct blade. I have both flat tooth and tilted teeth on some blades.
    Thanks, Barry

  • @magictj2
    @magictj2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is really good stuff! Thanks!

  • @andrewbrown8148
    @andrewbrown8148 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic technique~! I wish I'd seen this video before now, but better late than never. Thanks for sharing it~!

  • @JDDupuy
    @JDDupuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job. Great that you showed using a single blade. I have dado stacks but like the flat grind single blade method and the use of spacers to ensure a quick fit without all the nudging etc. With all the blades I have it's time to add a couple more 24tooth flat top grind blades. Will use the link you provided which is much appreciated.

  • @carlb0666
    @carlb0666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video man. Thanks!

  • @justinthomas4442
    @justinthomas4442 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s amazing brotha! Dude you’re coming thru with some great tips. Thanks man!

  • @gypsydildopunks7083
    @gypsydildopunks7083 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very useful, thanks

  • @diycharger1760
    @diycharger1760 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. Thanks for sharing

  • @lorenmeyer5290
    @lorenmeyer5290 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @scottcates
    @scottcates 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like this technique a lot.

  • @johnnyz7752
    @johnnyz7752 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great tip, thank you

  • @lloydjohnston5382
    @lloydjohnston5382 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    very good video, I ALWAYS HAD TROUBLE WITH THEM . THANKS,lloyd

  • @bookkeeper9902
    @bookkeeper9902 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, Well done. Thank you

  • @rosevan5485
    @rosevan5485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m 52 yrs old. Never worked with wood. Bought a lot of Festool but using my small Dewalt table saw scares the shit out of me because of kickback….. I bought many jigs to safely use it but I’m still scared… I need to do cross lap joints in the middle of a workpiece….. Can I still do it with a sliding miter saw or with a router… ?
    A lot of woodworking seems to be done with a table saw…… I’d like your opinion. By the way I am subscribed to your channel and I think your way of talking and explaining is exceptional. You are a very good teacher for old Newbie’s like me…..

  • @fuerzalatina134
    @fuerzalatina134 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    very interesting...thank you!!

  • @jeffreyt7177
    @jeffreyt7177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nice technique, thanks

  • @41laureen
    @41laureen ปีที่แล้ว +54

    You do have to spend some time setting the saw up... blade, fence, etc. But once done, the saw is great. Fairly compact which is Nice th-cam.com/users/postUgkxXh-4_3-ZT1fFWP91ZV7iVqzElr0lEb-a I did get an Incra Miter Gauge which takes some setup as well. The stock miter gauge can be adjusted in the miter slot with a little painter's tape... this tightens up the side to side play a lot.

  • @stevehubner560
    @stevehubner560 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks i watched this video this morning, Went out to shed and tried it out both on sled and miter gauge was very surprised at how neat they both came out definitely a worthy way of doing things wont be using the ruler now lol

    • @InspireWoodcraft
      @InspireWoodcraft  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's Awesome! Thanks for coming back and commenting on how it went!

  • @andrewbrimmer1797
    @andrewbrimmer1797 ปีที่แล้ว

    Smooth operator

  • @tributetomama
    @tributetomama 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome. Very useful info.