http://americanwoodworker.com/forums/2422.aspxenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Debug Build: 31106.3070)http://americanwoodworker.com/forums/thread/40744.aspxThu, 14 Feb 2013 10:42:25 GMTf5d4cb8b-9fb3-4c0a-bdc0-3814c4db8d93:40744chad stanton0http://americanwoodworker.com/forums/thread/40744.aspxhttp://americanwoodworker.com/forums/commentrss.aspx?SectionID=2422&PostID=40744<p>Even if you are a framer, there is no prejudice here. :-)&nbsp; YOur splice (or half lap) joint is a strong joint because you get a lot of gluing surface on the face grain of a board. You could also use a bridle joint or mortise and tenon. To strengthen the joint you can peg it too.</p> <p>chad stanton</p><div style="clear:both;"></div>http://americanwoodworker.com/forums/thread/40730.aspxTue, 12 Feb 2013 03:33:08 GMTf5d4cb8b-9fb3-4c0a-bdc0-3814c4db8d93:40730HBC30http://americanwoodworker.com/forums/thread/40730.aspxhttp://americanwoodworker.com/forums/commentrss.aspx?SectionID=2422&PostID=40730<p>Hi ive been using wood as a framer now for years but now ive recently inherited a nice tablesaw, router with table, and nice jointer and various hand planes, bits etc.&nbsp;</p> <p>just because im a framer doesnt mean squat framers are by far intricate or have finese (lol) ive often been called the bull in a china closet.</p> <p>Heres my question : In making panels is it necesary to cut a splice joint? or can one (making sure both edges are true)</p> <p>just glue and clamp 2 , 3 or 4 pieces of wood together that have flat edges?&nbsp;</p> <p>Im asking for tables of all sizes from large family style tables to small nightstands. Any advice or links to examples would be greatly appreciated.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks</p> <p>HBC3</p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div style="clear:both;"></div>