Plywood furniture: From beginner to advanced

Learn how to machine components using power tools to create complex plywood furniture.

This course is the third part of a series on building furniture using plywood. In this advanced chapter, you will take your skills to the next level by tackling a more challenging project: building a sitial. You will deepen your understanding of power tools, including the table saw, to bring precision and efficiency to your work. You'll learn how to work with slender and complex structures, moving beyond the idea that plywood is only for flat designs.

Throughout the course, you'll develop techniques to achieve precise and strong joinery, essential for stable and refined furniture. You will see how creativity and technique come together to transform plywood into a versatile and expressive material, ideal for projects of any scale. By the end, you will have gained the skills to build complex and functional furniture, using plywood as a powerful tool to create unique and personalized designs.

What is this course's project?

You will build a plywood sitial, applying machining and assembly techniques with power tools to achieve precise and sturdy joinery.

Who is this online course for?

This course is aimed at woodworking enthusiasts who want to deepen their knowledge of power tools and explore the potential of plywood in constructing complex furniture. While you don't need to be an expert, previous experience with simpler projects or basic woodworking knowledge is recommended.

Requirements and materials

It is recommended to have some prior experience or have taken previous courses. Basic tools like a drill, router, jigsaw, squares, and clamps will be needed. However, you will also become familiar with these tools throughout the course.