Glossary of Woodworking Terminology (N-Q)

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Nail Sets

Nail sets are used for setting the head of a nail beneath the surface of the wood.

Nails

Driven with a hammer, nails are used for connecting two pieces of wood, or for affixing other objects to wood.

OC

Abbreviation for "on-center". Refers to the position of stock when connecting at a joint.

Plate Joiner

Also known as a biscuit cutter, this power tool is designed to cut slots in boards to accommodate biscuits, thin strips of wood designed to join two boards together.

Plunge Router

A power tool for cutting profiles on edges of stock, whose bit can be lowered into the wood while cutting.