The Genius Miter Trick You Were Never Taught

If you've ever tried to miter two different widths, you no doubt have ran into some problems. Unequal width pieces cannot simply be mitered at 45 degrees. Today I have a neat trick to make a perfect right angle mitering two different width pieces that is quick, efficient, and requires almost zero layout.

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[InspireWoodcraft]

As per the norm, I forgot to mention one thing: Depending on the widths of your pieces, the narrow board will most likely come out to a greater degree than what the saw can handle. In this case, the narrower board ended up being around 55.25 degrees, and my saw maxes out at 50. In order to cut a steeper angle than your saw can handle, you have to use something as an auxiliary fence that changes the reference angle. That is exactly what we did here, but instead of setting up an auxiliary fence to, say, 45 degrees like most folks do and then measuring the angles and doing the math, we used the first cut as an auxiliary fence that just happens to already be at the correct angle. I sincerely hope this makes sense! It's hard to remember sometimes what is "common knowledge" and what isn't.

[observersnt]

Nicely done video
No stupidity, no one trying to be a comedian, no irritating background music, just a sensible, practical video
Thank you

[johndeaux]

wow, straight to the point and a good tip as well! No slap stick comedy routine or senseless rambling in a woodworking video, unheard of! kudos.

[alexcollins]

You come across as an excellent communicator with a wealth of knowledge, no fuss or bollocks and especially no irrelevant clips from old comedy shows, just the points you are getting over and you do so, very well. Sir you are a refreshing breath of air in this desperate time of YT algorithms and click bait bullshit. Please please keep them coming

[camhutchison]

One thing not mentioned is if the face of the material is distinct, then if the first piece used as a fence is face up, then the second piece should be face down when cutting it or vise versa. Also pay attention to the edges if it matters - if the first piece is inside edge towards you, the second piece should have the inside edge to the right.

[Ljcouture]

It amazes me how you always seem to come up with these great tricks that are so simple yet i never see them anywhere else

[hamb]

It may sound easy, but as someone with decent experience; I did not know how to make a perfect 90 angle on two different width. Well done, thank you sir!

[glennfelpel]

Outstanding. It is a pleasure to watch you explain the techniques you developed. No drama, no goofy music and not trying to be witty or a comedian, just good ideas. Thank you!

[caseydurrans]

Dude, the stuff you come up with is amazing. I have wanted to know how to miter two different width pieces to 90° for years, but never really spent the time to figure it out. Thank you for showing this!

[richardpogue]

That’s definitely it one of the tricks of the trade that I’ve not seen before. Old dog can learn new tricks, thanks for sharing.

[donhill]

I don't know how you do it, but you consistently show the most clever woodworking tricks I've ever seen. You are excellent at this. Thank you.

[adrianajdelectricals]

Great advice . No nonsense, straight to the point . Thanks.

[brentjenkinsdesigns]

Wow! Simplistic genius! That was awesome brother! Thank you so much.

Can I just take a moment to say? Your content never fails to offer simple and concise education in the vast realm of woodworking and I sincerely appreciate your efforts. So, Thank You.

[Ryan-tdtd]

Really good video. As an amateur wood worker, I hadn't even thought of mitering two different sized boards.

[buyamerican]

It's great to see the upcoming generation with skills! As an old timer in the business I usually have to assume that the young guys don't know anything useful but you have proven me wrong. Well done! Also, great video. No unnecessary chatter, no comedy and most importantly no annoying music.

[myhdcycle]

40 year carpenter here. Love your presentation style and the short to the point explanation. Although I was already aware of this trick I was impressed with your knowledge at so young. Gives me hope for the future generations where previously I had none. Subscribed.

[skigglystars]

That's exactly what I needed to see because I was racking my brain trying to make it happen in real life. Amazingly perfect timing!! Great tip

[fredbosco]

Brilliant! Thanks man! Now who wants a bucket full of my "Previously attempted" scraps from trying this my way first!!??

[doc]

I’ve always marked both boards then set the angles with the angle gauge. Never had to go beyond 50 degrees so no issues. Your method eliminates the 45 degree jig if the angle was beyond 50 D. Now that is a timesaver! Thanks for the tip. This is why I love YT.

[splinters_]

Love these simple solutions to what seem tricky tasks