Amana offers two Mission Style router bit sets for constructing Arts & Crafts style doors. The only difference seems to be in the depth of the groove, 3/8" or 1/2". It seems like making the groove deeper won't make the joint stronger. I'm working with 4/4 stock & 1/4 plywood. Which bit set would you recommend and why?
Birmingham, MI
- Dermont
Our Expert
One of the primary ways that joints get their strength is by "long-grain" glue surfaces. For example, all traditional joinery that has stood the test of time, such as dovetails, mortise-and-tenon and tongue-and-groove, all incorporate long-grain gluing surfaces. And as the glue surface area is increased the strength of the joint increases as well.
I recommend the Amana Mission Style Cabinet door set no.55439 because of the greater surface area in the joint.
