Working with lumber thicker than 1 1/2"

[Aaron Ferrer]

Hello fellow wood workers. I have a cabinet project I am working on, using 2x4 mahogany lumber that is truly 2"x4". The only kreg jig available around here is the k4 and the smaller sets, so I was wondering what the best approach was for pieces that are thicker than 1 1/2". Do I play around with scrap wood to ensure the pocket screw comes out in the middle of the end grain, and then make a spacer to get repeat results? I should I make pocket holes on the opposite sides of the 2x4? I do plan to use glue, and this frame will not be seen, so no worries about the placement of the screws. Thanks in advance!

[thomas b farrell]

when I work with thicker stock I just drill deeper into the wood and use the 2.5" screws. /I will buy a Kreg HD eventually though! Definitely glue too!

[KregRep]

Aaron, thanks for your post. Like Thomas said, a Kreg Jig HD is recommended when you are working with lumber thicker than 1-1/2". It is specifically designed to handle stock that is 1-1/2" and thicker. You can learn more about the Kreg Jig HD on our website: http://www.kregtool.com/Kreg-Jig-HD-Prodview.html.

To find a Kreg dealer near you that sells the Kreg Jig HD, try using the Kreg Dealer Locator on our website. Go to www.KregTool.com and on the left-hand side, there is a section called "Find a Dealer." Click on that and it will take you to a page where you can enter your zip code to find Kreg dealers near you. If you can't buy closer to home, we recommend ordering online (Amazon, eBay, etc).

Hope this information helps!
KregRep

[Paul Steiner]

+1 for larger screws