Classes

Description: The aim of this module is to learn the basics of Box making so that a participant can then confidently design and build wooden boxes to their own requirements.Wood will be supplied that has been dimensioned to the required thickness and height. However the use of machinery the Jointer and Thicknesser will be discussed so students understand the procedures required to ensure correctly dimensioned stock.

Cost: $240 for two days, includes all materials

 

Outline:

Design Concepts
Purpose

  • Box Dimensions

  • Lid Styles

  • Wood Selection

  • Material Selection

  • Solid Woods

  • Veneers

  • Selection of Joints

  • Mitre Joint

  • Dovetail

Construction

  • Material Preparation and selection

  • Grain Direction

  • Milling of Stock

  • Lid Construction

    • Cutting of lengths on drop saw

    • Perfecting of Mitres

    • Groove for panel

    • Sizing Panel

    • Routing of panel

    • Glue up

  • Carcass

    • Discussion of machinery

    • Cutting of lengths on drop saw

    • Perfecting of Mitres

    • Groove for panel

    • Sizing Panel

  • Fitting of Hinges

  • Lining

  • Finish

  • Traditional Finishes, shellac, oil

  • Spray Finishes and why not to use them on boxes