Why choose pocket hole joinery
If you want reliable, fast, and easy joinery – without the mess or noise – pocket hole jigs are a brilliant solution. Just a drill, a jig, and some screws give you professional-strength results with minimal setup.
✓ One jig, countless uses
Build frames, cabinets, shelves and repairs with confidence. Butt, edge, mitre, corner and T-joints are all quick, accurate and repeatable.
✓ Compact setup. Big results.
Ideal for smaller workshops or job sites, you get machine-level accuracy without bulky kit. Compact, portable and ideal for job sites or home workshops short on space.
✓ Hand tool friendly
The choice for those who prefer hand skills over machines – quick, consistent, and satisfying.
✓ Quiet, clean, and neighbour-friendly
No extractors. No ear defenders. These jigs are just as suited to in-home repair work as they are to full-scale cabinet builds.
✓ Say goodbye to misaligned joints
Freehand pocket holes drift. A well-made jig keeps everything square and flush, giving you dependable, repeatable accuracy.
Peter Sefton’s tips for quick, accurate pocket hole joinery
✓ Use sharp two-step drills designed for the job – replace them when blunt or worn
✓ Select coarse-thread screws for softwoods and fine-thread for hardwoods
✓ Set your drill to high speed for boring holes, and slow speed for driving screws
✓ Use a low clutch or torque setting to avoid overtightening during assembly
✓ Replace driver bits if they become worn or rounded
✓ Only use washer-head screws – never countersunk
✓ Use high-quality glue for long-lasting joints
✓ Face clamps help keep joints flush when drilling – use pocket clamps during assembly
Why Peter recommends a precision-made pocket hole jig
✓ Quick and easy set up with minimal skill required
✓ Consistent, repeatable results every time
✓ Compact to store — professional results without bulky equipment
✓ No noise, no dust — just clean, controlled joinery
Remember
Screws are incredibly strong. Paired with good glue, they create fast, lasting joints — a smart, no-fuss solution for strength and speed.
The takeaway
There’s a time for hand-cut dovetails — and a time to get the job done. Pocket hole joinery lets you create confidently, with quick and satisfying results.