[header] How to use a kreg jig [title] Measure the wood you're using. [step] Before you begin drilling, it's important to measure the width of the boards you'll be working with. The thickness is what you're looking to gauge here.
[header] How to use a kreg jig [title] Measure the wood you're using. [step] Before you begin drilling, it's important to measure the width of the boards you'll be working with. The thickness is what you're looking to gauge here.
[title] Cut the boards using a miter saw. [step] Before you start drilling, you'll need to saw across the board in a horizontal fashion to mark its thickness. Diameter of wood is more important than the depth of your board, so check online for a guide. [substeps] In terms of depth measurements, average lumber typically weighs around 57 percent. Knowing the exact thickness of the board will enable you to drill the pocket holes at just the right angle. [substeps] Always measure your wood, regardless of the specifications given on the label. For example, if you're cutting boards for the top deck, then you'll need two boards measuring three feet wide and four feet tall (one vertically and one horizontally). A kreg jig is 1.1 foot (30.