Glossary of Woodworking Terminology (N-Q)
An extensive glossary of woodworking terminology encompassing woodworking tools, types of wood and terms used in our free woodworking plans.
Nail Sets
Nail sets are used for setting the head of a nail beneath the surface of the wood.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A power tool for cutting profiles on edges of stock, whose bit can be lowered into the wood while cutting.