Studio Notes

A Closer Look at Joinery

The details that help a piece feel strong and considered.

Oakvello Studio

Joinery is where furniture earns its strength. Good joints carry load, allow timber to move with the seasons, and quietly show the care that went into making.

Mortise and tenon

One of the oldest and most reliable joints. We use it where frames need to stay rigid for decades, such as table bases and chair legs.

Dovetails and finger joints

For drawers and boxes, interlocking joints resist pulling forces and stay tight over years of use.

The best joints are often the ones you barely notice, until you run a hand along the edge.

Need a hand?

Unsure which material is right?

Talk to Oakvello about the options. We’re happy to share samples and help you decide.

Need a hand?

Unsure which material is right?

Talk to Oakvello about the options. We’re happy to share samples and help you decide.

Thoughtful furniture. Skilled making. Pieces to live with.

Notes from Oakvello

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