A half-blind dovetail joint showcases interlocking fingers visible from the side but concealed on the front face. Unlike through dovetails, where fingers extend through both boards, the half-blind variation prevents the fingers from fully protruding, keeping the front surface smooth. This design allows for the inherent strength and resistance to pulling that dovetails are known for, without revealing the joinery on the primary face.
Commonly used for drawer fronts where a clean appearance is desired, this joint offers a balance between durability and aesthetics. The half-blind dovetail has become a hallmark of quality craftsmanship, signaling both precision and functional design.
Half-Blind Dovetail Wood Joints have 2 to 4 joints and joint depths of 1/2. Wood joints are typically used in wood members with widths between .75”-1.5” (1.9-3.8 cm) and depths between of 1.5”-3.5” (3.8-8.9 cm).
A half-blind dovetail joint showcases interlocking fingers visible from the side but concealed on the front face. Unlike through dovetails, where fingers extend through both boards, the half-blind variation prevents the fingers from fully protruding, keeping the front surface smooth. This design allows for the inherent strength and resistance to pulling that dovetails are known for, without revealing the joinery on the primary face.
Commonly used for drawer fronts where a clean appearance is desired, this joint offers a balance between durability and aesthetics. The half-blind dovetail has become a hallmark of quality craftsmanship, signaling both precision and functional design.
Half-Blind Dovetail Wood Joints have 2 to 4 joints and joint depths of 1/2. Wood joints are typically used in wood members with widths between .75”-1.5” (1.9-3.8 cm) and depths between of 1.5”-3.5” (3.8-8.9 cm).
