Fixing a "Not so Perfect" Mitered Joint

Making miter joints are never easy, especially on long cuts. Here is a simple technique that can cover up a multitude of sins. it will also take some of the stress out of cutting perfect miters. This technique saved me a few time when I was making miters for Pantry cabinets and Home Theaters where the length of cuts are close to 8 feet.

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[JZ999999999]

William,

I forgot to ask you: I noticed you are using white glue for this fix. Does it take stain better than the yellow glues?

JZ

[wnwoodworks]

@JZ999999999 Hey JZ, I don't think any glue will take stain, but I know where you're getting at. I use white glue because it drys clear and have a bit more open time. My second choice is Tite-bond I, I'm not a fan of tite-bond II. It turns some of my wood orange, and not because the glue is old. More noticeable with veneers. The key is wipe off any glue with a wet rag before it drys and give it a good sanding.

[JZ999999999]

William,

Thank you for postig this excellent video. I have the same exact problem and your technique provides the best fix I could find.

I just visited your website and I hope to be ordering some of the really unique products you offer.

Figures I just moved from Chino Hills, CA to the Midwest - otherwise the classes would be on the top of my list!

JZ

[wnwoodworks]

@JZ999999999 Ooooooh! how can anyone willfully leave beautiful Chino Hills. What ever the reason, I hope it's worth moving out to the mid west. Best to you.

[bigdaddyd4jc]

Excellent video. So simple and so effective. Keep up the good work.

[wnwoodworks]

@bigdaddyd4jc Thanks for the comment and Thanks for watching.

[hrako]

Perfect. thanks

[oldhokie1]

@wnwoodworks Thanks. I will certainly use your tip. Good work.

[wnwoodworks]

@oldhokie1 Absolutely you can stain it. Don’t let all that glue scare you. It was a last second decision to shoot the video. When I saw the gap, I didn’t want to miss the opportunity. I took all the clamps off and ran for my camera and try to shoot the video before the glue had a chance to dry. I forgot to mention that after I burnish and sanded the miter, I wipe off any excess glue and finish sanding to 280. I’ve colored many of my work without any problems from using this technique.

[oldhokie1]

Can you stain this wood or does this restrict you to using only a non-staining finish? I really appreciate your work and these videos are great.