Build a Tapering Jig

By Chris Baylor, About.com Guide

Many fine furniture projects such as tables, chairs, etc., call for tapered legs. While there are many methods that could be used to create such tapered legs, probably the easiest is with a tapering jig for your table saw. A tapering jig allows you to adjust your tapered cuts to nearly any angle up to about 15 degrees and consistently rip such angles.

The good part is that a tapering jig is a very simple tool to build, one that you'll find useful for numerous projects.

Difficulty Level

• Woodworking: Easy
• Finishing: None

Time to Complete

• 1 Hour

Recommended Tools

• Miter Saw or Circular Saw
• Table Saw
• Cordless Drill or Corded Power Drill
• Jigsaw
• Medium-sized Woodworking Clamps
• Tape Measure
• Pencil

Materials Needed
• 6' of 1x3 or 1x4 - Pine, Poplar or any other stock
• 1 - 3/4" x 2" Hinge
• 2 - 1/4" x 5" Carriage Bolts
• 2 - 1/4" Flat Washers
• 1 - 1/4" Lock Washer
• 1 - 1/4" Wing Nut
• 1 - 1/4" Lock Nut
• 1-1/4" Deck Screws