Step 4: Drill the Holes
Before cutting out the pieces properly, it's a good idea to drill the holes first. Why? Well, in the case of the stacked cuts, this will ensure that the holes are precisely lined up, making assembly easier later on. It also gives a bit more material to hold onto, when drilling those large diameter holes.
It's easiest to drill all of the same-size holes at once. I started with the 1/2" holes, since they are the most numerous. Then I did the other size holes.
Some of the pieces also have internal cuts. They'll need a pilot hole drilled, through which the scroll saw blade can be fed. I used the 1/4" drill bit for this.
When drilling, make sure you place a piece of scrap wood below the piece being cut. This will help prevent "tearout," which could ruin the look of the lamp.
Keep the matching "pairs" together until cutting is complete.
It's easiest to drill all of the same-size holes at once. I started with the 1/2" holes, since they are the most numerous. Then I did the other size holes.
Some of the pieces also have internal cuts. They'll need a pilot hole drilled, through which the scroll saw blade can be fed. I used the 1/4" drill bit for this.
When drilling, make sure you place a piece of scrap wood below the piece being cut. This will help prevent "tearout," which could ruin the look of the lamp.
Keep the matching "pairs" together until cutting is complete.
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zmb
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Sep 26, 2010. 4:29 PMReply
For me, I used a 2" hole saw to cut the spacer pieces. Much faster than cutting them out with a saw.
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jeff-o (author)
in reply to Sep 26, 2010. 8:24 PMReplySure, that'll work! Was the diameter correct once the pieces were cut out?
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