Stairs and Ladder Jig Pack – How to Use
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This post is a look at how to use the tapered dovetail jig for 2x stock with the stairs and ladder pack from this Etsy listing.
The stairs and ladder pack is designed for use with the mortise side of the 2x jig.
The jig is used in place of the normal flat index piece to position the mortise jig. This allows you to route the mortise at an angle.
The 15º angle is perfect for a ladder and the 45º is ideal for stairs. The 30º piece gives you another option.
Layout and marking your mortises correctly is important and best explained through demonstration. Please watch our ladder build tutorial video to learn how to use this product.
It is important to note that the tenon side pieces will stand proud of the mortise when fully seated. After any glue used in assembly had dried, simply plane them flat.
If you have any questions about using the jig after watching the video, please send us a message on Etsy or on Facebook.
Other than setting the mortise at an angle, you will do everything the same way as you would with the “normal” 2x jig configuration.
This jig requires using a 1 1/8″ dovetail router bit. This is one option we’ve used extensively. Other brands of 1/2″ x 1 1/8″ dovetail router bits should also work.
- Size - Cutting diameter: 1-1/8"; shank diameter: 1/2"; cutting depth: 1-1/8"; total length: 2-4/5"; dovetail angle: 14 degree
- Material - Made of premium tungsten carbide, the router bit provides high hardness and strength, good wear resistance, heat resistance for...
- Feature - Designed to create the interlocking "tails" and "pins" of a dovetail joint, providing strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Dovetail...
You will also need this specific bearing.
- Bearing Type: Bottom Mounted, Inner Diameter: 1/2”, Outer Diameter: 3/4”
- Replace or repair the damaged or lost router bit bearings.
- Contains bearings, set screws and allen wrench to fix any manufacturer's bits at a very affordable price.
