Kreg Shelf Pin Jig

[David Dean]

Getting ready to start on a vanity and twin glass tower's and glass shelfing.So I just pick up a Kreg shelf pin jig so will see how it works on this project any tips would be nice.

[james wilhelm]

david ,   very nice job on the twin glass tower,s  , well done , thank,s for showing your project , Jim !!

[David Dean]

Thanks James but its not done yet still waiting for the glass shelfs and mirror's to be cut.

[michael evans]

Nice job on the display towers david .

[David Dean]

Thanks Mick with some dado's and a kregjig the glass worked out great.

[Ken Darga]

Derek,

TIP: When adding a top finish to a surface, and the fluid gets into the predrilled holes,

place a thin cloth over a 1/8" dowel, insert it into the hole. twist/turn & lift out the dowel to remove the excess liquid that has entered the hole.

Reposition the cloth on the end of the dowel rod and repeat.

Perform this proceedure before the coating dries.

If after the coating has dried, chuck a drill bit into a hand drill---

with slow turning of the hand-drill, the coating will easily come out.

(The flutes of the driil bit, will cut-out the dried coating material). 

Derek Gould said:

Hi David;

>>>...When I stained and urethaned, the holes picked up some of the urethane and I had trouble getting the shelf pins in. I should have waited until after the wood was finished and drilled all the holes then./p>

[David Dean]

Thanks guy's but the wife done bet you all to it belivie it or not she cut off the ends of Qtips and put them in the hole's and it worked.

Ken Darga said:

Derek,

TIP: When adding a top finish to a surface, and the fluid gets into the predrilled holes,

place a thin cloth over a 1/8" dowel, insert it into the hole. twist/turn & lift out the dowel to remove the excess liquid that has entered the hole.

Reposition the cloth on the end of the dowel rod and repeat.

Perform this proceedure before the coating dries.

If after the coating has dried, chuck a drill bit into a hand drill---

with slow turning of the hand-drill, the coating will easily come out.

(The flutes of the driil bit, will cut-out the dried coating material). 

Derek Gould said:

Hi David;

>>>...When I stained and urethaned, the holes picked up some of the urethane and I had trouble getting the shelf pins in. I should have waited until after the wood was finished and drilled all the holes then./p>

[Ken Darga]

David,

I've used Q-Tips, but---

I've found the fine fiber cotton threads will often times pull out from the wad,

then I'd have to pick out the loose fibers.

Since I keep my nails trimmed short, it was difficult for me to grab those little fibers---

then get wet stain, varnish or the like, on my finger tips.

Perhaps if I added some long pointed fake finger nails and sharpened them to a point, it would be easier to grab those little buggers---or use tweezers.

David Dean said:

Thanks guy's but the wife done bet you all to it belivie it or not she cut off the ends of Qtips and put them in the hole's and it worked.

[Adam Le]

nice choice. i just finish my first project with this same jig (5mm version).  it worked better than expected for me. super easy to use, accurate, and consistent.  even when you drill on the other side of the board, as long as you index it the same, the holes on the opposite side of the board were perfectly align!

[David Dean]

Thanks Adam it worked out great for what I was doing.

[Eariyya]

Congratulations on starting your project! Using a Kreg shelf pin jig can make the process of drilling shelf pin holes much easier and more accurate. Here are some tips that may be helpful:

Measure and mark your drilling locations carefully: It's important to accurately mark the location for each shelf pin hole. Use a tape measure and square to ensure that each hole is in the correct position.

Use the right drill bit: The Kreg shelf pin jig usually comes with a 1/4 inch drill bit. Make sure to use this bit or one that is specifically designed for shelf pin holes.

Clamp the jig in place: Use a clamp to secure the jig to your workpiece before drilling. This will prevent the jig from moving and ensure that your holes are drilled straight.

Drill slowly: Drill at a slow, steady pace to prevent the drill bit from wandering off-center. Use a back-and-forth motion to remove chips from the hole as you drill.

Test fit the shelf pins: After drilling the holes, test fit your shelf pins to ensure that they fit snugly. If the pins are loose, you may need to adjust the depth of your drill bit or the position of the jig.

Sand the holes: Use a fine-grit sandpaper to lightly sand the inside of each hole. This will remove any rough edges and ensure that the shelf pins slide in and out smoothly.

Take your time: Patience is key when using a Kreg shelf pin jig. Take your time and be methodical in your approach. This will help you achieve the best results.

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