How to Hide Plywood Edges (Method 1)

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Here is one of a series of methods to finish or hide the edges of plywood for furniture or any project requiring attractive edges.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

If you ever handled plywood, you will notice the layers of thin individual sheets of wood or veneers sandwiched together. If you want to make furniture out of even the finest plywood, the edges will look ugly if you leave them exposed. It is difficult to sand down as the thin layers will flake off or break off tiny pieces and the edge will look rough. There are many creative ways in handling this problem. Here is a method that doesn’t use additional wood.
Step 2

With a table saw or circular saw, bevel (adjust) the blade so that it will cut 45 degrees (as oppose to straight up 90 degrees). The blade will be angled to the left if you are behind the blade.
Step 3

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Cut the edge 45 degrees and scrap this piece of wood.
Step 4

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Change the angle of the blade so that it is angled 45 degrees the right as shown.
Step 5

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Turn the cut piece around and test it on the edge so that it is square with the bigger plywood piece. The finish or veneer side should be exposed instead of the layered side.
Step 6

Use finish nails, glue (or glue and nails) to attach the finished edge to the plywood.

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