What Pros Know About Butt Joints That Beginners Don't.

Woodworking is all about options, especially when it comes to joining two boards together. Ask 10 woodworkers, and you'll get 20 opinions on the right way to do it. In this video, we’re breaking down some of the best butt joints, when to use them, and—most importantly—how strong they actually are. That means breaking some stuff… all in the name of education, of course. And yes, there will be dramatic joint failures, questionable decisions, and maybe a few bad puns. So, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this video might just change the way you look at butt joints forever. THANK YOU to all 18,519 awesome people who chose to subscribe to our channel. Thanks for coming on this journey with us; it wouldn’t be the same without you! Affiliate Links: Titebond Wood Glue: https://amzn.to/3FCMkbC Corner Clamp: https://amzn.to/4iskNIu BESSEY DUO30-8, 12 In. DuoKlamp Series: https://amzn.to/3R4Y7BY Dog Hole/MFT/Track Saw Ratchet Clamp: https://amzn.to/3FHGPsw Polished Finishing Nails: https://amzn.to/4iEbgy0 Claw Hammer: https://amzn.to/43HMEjk PORTER-CABLE Cordless Drill/Driver and Impact Driver Combo Kit: https://amzn.to/4f0TBis Milescraft 1333 Dowel Jig Kit: https://amzn.to/43J8YsV Rockler 3/8” Doweling Jig: https://amzn.to/3FtEUYo Self-Centering Dowel Jig: https://amzn.to/4bTmKez 100 Pack 3/8" Wood Dowel: https://amzn.to/41ZsobL Forstner Drill Bit 3/8-Inch: https://amzn.to/3Fv71GI Plug Cutter, 3/8": https://amzn.to/3DsH4a9 Mica Powder: https://amzn.to/4inuEPO Starbond Super Fast Thin: https://amzn.to/4kQcGXN UV Flashlight: https://amzn.to/4bN0Ucy UV Resin Trio Bundle: https://amzn.to/3R8EsRG Alcohol Ink Set: https://amzn.to/4kOyfbh Kreg Pocket Hole Jig: https://amzn.to/400Ngih Link to my shirt: https://www.etsy.com/listing/58775998... #woodworking, #houstonwoodworking, #carpentry, #Woodworker, #woodworkingprojects, #DIY #smallbusiness, #slab, #epoxy, #BeginnerWoodworking, #Woodworking #Joinery #ButtJoints #DIY #WoodGlue #WorkshopExperiments You can follow us on Instagram:   / fiveduckstudio   Facebook:   / fiveduckstudio   00:00 Intro 01:01 Wood and Glue 02:35 Nails and Glue 03:40 Dowels and Glue 05:40 Screws and Glue 10:54 A Quick Rant 11:31 Hidden Dowels 13:55 Pocket Holes 15:32 Wrap it up!