Fashion for Ladies
How to Fix a Round Tenon That Is Too Loose
Round tenons too loose? Just add glue and sawdust
Once when I was making round tenons, one came out just a hair loose. I applied a thin layer of glue and a sprinkle of sawdust, patted down the dust a bit, let the glue dry, and ended up with a perfect fit. The surface can be sanded smaller if necessary. And if the fit is still too loose, you can add another thin layer or two of glue and sawdust without compromising strength. This handy technique works for all sorts of round tenons—for pulls, chair parts, and more. —DOUG STOWE, Eureka Springs, Ark.
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