I’ve been using cane in my builds lately but have only been attaching it using staples. I soak it then attach it to the inside part of the door. It looks great initially but the cane starts to loosen up after a few months. I definitely need a router to start doing it this way. Could this be done with a handheld router rather than a router table?
Where there’s a will, there’s a way to tackle nearly any woodworking task with alternate tools. In this case, you could use a handheld router - preferably a compact model in a plunge base- but there are a couple of challenges: The frame workpieces are narrow, and the channels for the cane need to be parallel to the workpiece edges and square to one another. A router table and fence make these challenges easy to overcome. The table offers a large worksurface for supporting frameworks made of narrow parts, and the fence indexes the location of the router bit while keeping the bit running parallel to the frame edges. All in all, it’s the most convenient tool for the job and the easier option for a novice router operator. If you use a handheld router instead, you’ll need to attach its base to an edge guide (which serves as the fixed-distance fence) and become comfortable feeding the tool steadily along the narrow edges of the frame. With some practice and confidence, it’s do-able. But the task won’t be as easy as if you were using a router table.
Hi Jade, The groove should be wide enough so that the spline fits snuggly BUT can be removed with just finger pressure(not needing a prying tool). 5mm is difficult because it's in between 3/16" and 1/4". We recommend trying a test piece with just the 1/4" and if its to loose, you're going to have to sneak-up on the size. Thanks
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great demo, all the other videos are easy diy ways but this shows the right way to do it.
Good demo. Loved this. One of my friends wants to do this, now I can help her. Thank you.
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Great video. To the point and complete.
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Thanks Jackson
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Is there a rule of thumb for the depth of the groove? Thanks in advance!
I’ve been using cane in my builds lately but have only been attaching it using staples. I soak it then attach it to the inside part of the door. It looks great initially but the cane starts to loosen up after a few months. I definitely need a router to start doing it this way. Could this be done with a handheld router rather than a router table?
Where there’s a will, there’s a way to tackle nearly any woodworking task with alternate tools. In this case, you could use a handheld router - preferably a compact model in a plunge base- but there are a couple of challenges: The frame workpieces are narrow, and the channels for the cane need to be parallel to the workpiece edges and square to one another. A router table and fence make these challenges easy to overcome. The table offers a large worksurface for supporting frameworks made of narrow parts, and the fence indexes the location of the router bit while keeping the bit running parallel to the frame edges. All in all, it’s the most convenient tool for the job and the easier option for a novice router operator. If you use a handheld router instead, you’ll need to attach its base to an edge guide (which serves as the fixed-distance fence) and become comfortable feeding the tool steadily along the narrow edges of the frame. With some practice and confidence, it’s do-able. But the task won’t be as easy as if you were using a router table.
@@rockler thank you for the in depth reply!
If I’m using 5 mm round spline, how big would I router the groove? Is 1/4” appropriate?
Hi Jade, The groove should be wide enough so that the spline fits snuggly BUT can be removed with just finger pressure(not needing a prying tool). 5mm is difficult because it's in between 3/16" and 1/4". We recommend trying a test piece with just the 1/4" and if its to loose, you're going to have to sneak-up on the size. Thanks
How thick of a spline for a 1/4” opening?
did you guys use 1/4" spline? or was it 5/16"?
We used reed spline for 5/16" by 5/16" spline groove. Here is a link to the reed spline we used www.rockler.com/reed-spline
Very cool, so it's basically a rabbet cut then?
It would be more of a Dado since a rabbet does not have wood on both sides.
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Why hide glue ONLY on one side of the panel?? Does that mean the other three sides are only held in place by the unglued reed splines??
You should put glue in all 4 sides
Hi, im a first semester industrial designer… I have a question, do you apply the rattan wet directly to the wood without any sealing or finished?
Generally before finish is applied. However, the process could vary depending on your construction and finishing needs.
Wheres the link to free plans?
It is under the learn section on our website but here is a direct link 😊
www.rockler.com/learn/Cane-Webbing-Cabinet-Plan
So how do I DIY without these machines?
Probably find a different video showing a crafter method.
How thick was the channel ?
Hello, the channel is 5/16" wide and 5/16" deep.
Good demo but you use stapler for more strength.
We are demonstrating a more traditional method here. But yes, you can use staples as well.
@@rockler thanks for your reply. Actually i am in same field. We use staplers for customers satisfaction. Again thanks you.
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Hello my Friend
I.m interesting for natural wooden rattan chairs and natural wooden dining table would pls give us chance to get your contact
Hello, Unfortunately we are a woodworking and hardware retail company. Sorry about that. Our videos are meant for teaching and guidance for people to build things their selves.
Not easy