Joinery

Whether you are looking at either upholstered furniture or case goods, you will be dealing with furniture that has some sort of frame. Therefore, a logical starting place in our learning process is the topic of joinery. Some common woodworking joints are English dovetails, French dovetail, mortise and tenon. You can read about additional types of wood working joints by following the "joinery" link above. Asking smart questions about the joinery methods used in constructing the furniture you are considering can make an important difference in durability, usability, longevity and affordability.