Easy Edge Banding For Plywood
Edge banding can be done in a variety of ways. You can buy thin veneers that can be applied to the plywood either with contact cement or by using the banding tape that comes with an iron-on adhesive. While this is the most commonly used option, it is by no means durable and can actually limit your design options. Here is an easy technique demonstrated that will help you go ahead with plywood edge banding . Step 1: Cutting The Banding To cut the banding, you'll need to use a table saw. A band saw with a fence can also be utilized. The thickness of your banding will depend on your design, but it should be at least 1/8 of an inch thick. Set the fence of the saw to the desired dimension. While cutting thin parts in this fashion can increase the danger in using the saw, this will allow you to get uniform cuts every time, especially if you need a lot of banding. Depending on the design of the saw, you may need to remove the blade guard. Step 2: Applying The Banding To apply the edg