The rabbet joint goes back at least as far as medieval Europe. Its name derives from the French word “rabat,” which refers to ...

Which essential tool for cutting a rabbet joint or dado joint is best? Although they have fancy names, dados and rabbets are strong, accessible joints that every level of woodworker can use. A dado is ...

If you've ever peeked inside a kitchen cabinet or admired a well-built drawer, there's a good chance you've seen a rabbet joint, whether you knew it or not. This classic woodworking joint has been ...

Dear James: Our ugly old kitchen cabinets are falling apart, so I want to try to make my own. What are the best wood joint designs to use so they hold up better? — Chris P. Dear Chris: Making your own ...

Although they have fancy names, dados and rabbets are strong, accessible joints that every level of woodworker can use. A dado is a simple flat-bottomed channel that receives and supports shelves or ...