Kreg Joint

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Chris sulkey

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Does or has anyone have experience with this system? I am seriously looking at purchasing this to build some simple shelves, tables, a hope chest for my daughter and maybe dressers. It looks like a fairly easy system to use with some practice but looks can be deceiving. As much as I hate infomercials,they make it look like anyone can build most furniture. I do have most of the tools needed or access to them in or to build what I want. Again just curious if anyone has comments or experience with the Kreg joint system or is this another unworthy piece of junk. Thanks.
 
I assume you are talking about the pocket screws? It is a pretty good system, the only warning i Will give is make sure everything is clamped securuly in place before trying to screw everything together as the pieces will move a tiny bit if you don't and your joint will be off a hair. Also, they will strip out the holes if you try to overtighten them, so either use the clutch on your drill or be careful.
 
Yeah, I have one and it is great. I have a fairly simple set, I think it was about $50, and I am very happy with it. A friend has a larger set, and he wishes he had a bigger set. I have yet to see that there is all that much advantage to be had with the larger sets unless you really want the bench mount option (mine just clamps to the board). I think I bought mine when building the bookcases on our stairway, most recently built tool storage cabinets in the garage, I know there was a few projects in between, but you get the idea.

Fire away with any more specific questions.

Chuck
 
I was looking at the larger system, Lowes sells for about $130.00 in the store. I have watched the infomercial, they make it look pretty easy, but those late night ads most of the time sell crap. My daughter wants to build a bunk bed and I thought this would be a great project to do together. Also to build a hope chest for her since she is 7, gosh knows what she will collect for her future... My main question basically, does it do what it states it can do. Thanks for the replies.
 
they work slick, just make sure to take the time to set everything up right before you start and use the correct screws for the wood and you can make a lot of basic stuff very easily and quite quickly. I just wish they had the Deck jig out when I resurfaced my deck some 7 years ago. My advice if you plan to do multiple types of jobs get the most complete kit you can and maybe some extra clamps.
 
Thanks for the tip on the right screws for different types of wood. I just don't want to spend good money and get ripped off on something that doesn't do what it says . Thanks again fellas...
 
I have then older set but it's similar to the one you are looking at. I use it a lot building cabinets and built ins. Works great. As other have said, make sure you set it up correctly for the material you are using and use the right screws. I'm lookin at purchasing one of their semi-automatic units for the next big cabinet job I get. Luke
 
I've used mine for building shelves, cabinets and even for attaching the center board to the bottom board on my canvas covered goose decoys. It keeps from having to put a screw up through the bottom. Works great.

Mike
 
"I'm lookin at purchasing one of their semi-automatic units"

Make sure you get it before they ban/outlaw it. Hehehehe

Trip
 
I agree with the other posters. I have the more complete set, I got for Christmas years ago. Works great have used it quite a bit. It makes making the face frame on cabinets or dressers easy. Like the others said use the correct screw and clamp the joint tight. Most commercial cabinets and quality wood furniture use the pocket screw system to manufacture there products
 
Chris,
They work great. I will add that your wood has to be square and a tight fit. Ends square and edges jointed... THEN clamp it well, drill, glue and screw!

It is a very easy system and when set up right, one of the better systems for face frames.

Dave
 
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