Joining boards together and achieving a professional look and strong joint will require a doweling kit. If you didn't know, dowel joints are popular in wood joinery. You can find them used for cabinet frames, cupboard drawers, and tabletops. By using a quality dowel jig, even amateur woodworkers can craft precise joints quickly.

Doweling Jig Kits

Whether you're a DIY hobbyist or someone who works regularly with doweling as a carpenter, these doweling jig kits will help you achieve quick and accurate results every time. Read this article to discover the best doweling jig kits available that will help you make professional-looking doweled joints quickly and accurately.

What is a Doweling Jig Kit and What Are Its Benefits?

Using dowels greatly increases the strength and stability of each joint, meaning your wooden pieces fit better than if joined together with screws or nails alone. Furthermore, doweling allows the woodworker to join wood more easily when working at off angles and harder-to-reach places. A dowel jig kit is an essential piece of equipment for any carpenter, regardless of experience level. With a dowel jig kit, wood joinery becomes much easier.

It's no longer necessary to measure, mark, and drill accurately every time to form a professional joint. A dowel jig kit will pay for itself quickly and provide accurate results with less time and effort.

The Features You Should Look for When Purchasing a Doweling Jig Kit

There are many options on the market today when it comes to purchasing a dowel jig. Doweling jig kits come in different configurations, from simple dowel jigs with basic accessories to more sophisticated dowel systems, which feature multiple positions for creating perfect joints. The best kits will be fast and easy to set up. Here's a list of items that should be part of any professional kit:

  1. A one-piece jig
  2. Supply of hardwood dowels in multiple sizes
  3. Wood glue
  4. Drill bits of varying sizes with adjustable stop collars
  5. Guide bushings for precision marking
  6. Dowel centers to help with alignment

How to Use a Doweling Jig Kit to Create Accurate and Professional-Looking Joints

Dowel jigs can be used to make 3 types of joints: end-to-end, 90-degree, or at an angle. End-to-end joints are used when joining boards together by their edges - either on the ends or sides. 90-degree joints are typical when attaching shelves to a side support board. Angle joints are found in cabinetry and other custom woodworking projects.

  1. The edges that will receive the dowels need to be smooth and square.
  2. Use the jig to center the location of the dowel pins in the wood and make the appropriate size hole.
  3. Insert the dowels and glue in position.
  4. Place a dowel center on the end of each dowel.
  5. Slide the board with the dowels up to the board that will receive them, and gently tap it to make a mark with the dowel centers.
  6. Set the jig over the new marks and drill the holes to receive the dowels.
  7. Dry check the fit, and then apply glue and clamp.

Types of Doweling Jig Kits Available

General Tools carries doweling jig kits and associated products to help make the process smooth.

Pro Doweling Kit Item #840

The #840 Pro Doweling Kit helps create professional-quality edge-to-edge, right-angle and edge-to-surface joints that can be press-fit or glued. It features:

  • Different drilling positions for 1/4 in., 5/16 in. and 3/8 in. stock
  • Steel stops adjust the depth of the cut
  • Revolving sintered turret that accommodates six drill bit sizes
Pro Doweling Kit Item #840

E-Z Pro Doweling Jig Kit # 841

General Tool's professional-grade #841 E-Z Pro Doweling Jig Kit assures the proper alignment of dowel holes and pins. It helps create edge-to-edge, right-angles, and edge-to-surface joints that can be press-fit or glued. It features:

  • It accepts 5/8 in., 3/4 in. and 1 in. thick stock
  • It automatically centers the drill bit
  • Compliant with Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC-C101767)
E-Z Pro Doweling Jig Kit # 841

3/8 In. Dowel Accessory Kit Item #841038

3/8" dowels are popular in the woodworking business, so this kit is a great addition to your tool bench. The #841038 3/8 In. Dowel Accessory Kit complements the #840 Pro Doweling Jig Kit and the #841 E-Z Pro Doweling Jig Kit.

3/8 In. Dowel Accessory Kit Item #841038

General Tools is a Leading Manufacturer of High Quality Doweling Jigs

General Tools has the doweling jigs and accessories you need to ensure your woodworking projects are done right. Their top of the line doweling jig kits ensure your wood joints are accurate, smooth, and professional-looking. You'll save time and effort in creating joints that will last for years to come.
Their knowledgeable staff is always ready to answer any questions you may have about the different doweling systems available, so you can make an informed decision when it comes to selecting the best kit for your needs. For more detailed information on all their hand tools and digital tools, contact us today!