Vocational Training Development Institute

Program: B. Ed in Applied Technology (Construction)

Course Title: Furniture Making (CT205)

Students’ Names: Lorenzo Ellison, Tanice Taylor, Sheka Bailey-Ranger and Wavon Forbes
Lecturer’s Name: Patrick Murphy
Date Submitted: December 24, 2022
 Introduction -Part A
Reflection
Before we could get the ball rolling re this project, we first had to conduct a site visit to the Vocational Training
Development Institute (V.T.D.I) campus. The site visit entailed scoping the area that was needed for the counter
and cupboards. The space was measured for the cupboard and counter and a suitable design was discussed. A
sketch was later done, showing the dimensions and materials we would need to successfully complete this task.
Due to the lack of space and machinery at the V.T.D.I campus, we had to use the H.E.A.R.T. College of
Construction Services (H.C.C.S) campus. The materials, correct tools and equipment's needed was sent so as to
start the project.
In module 1 of the course, we learnt about the necessity of Occupational, Health and Safety (O.H & S) and the
different hand tools. This was incorporated throughout the project by ensuring all safety rules were observed
and followed. Personal protective equipment was worn and the correct tools and machines and the proper way
of using them were always ensured.
It is to noted that all resources were procured before the task that was to be completed for that day and the
cleanup of the workstations was always done with due diligence.
Cutting of board
The use of treated pinewood, otherwise known as womanized pine was use in creating the cupboards and
counter. We would have realized that the storage of this wood however was poor from the manufactory. As
such through the project life cycle, we experienced a myriad of challenges due to the poor storage of the pine
wood such as bound moisture in the walls of the boards, and defects like the bowing, and splitting of the board.
Steps was taken to stop or correct all the challenges.
The board was cut with an allowance due the thickness of the blade when the table saw was being used. It is
encouraged not to cut the boards to their exact dimensions
Joints
A wood joint is a traditional way of securing two pieces of wood together. This may be done with adhesives
(glue) along with screws/nail as reinforcements. Hence in order to make this project a success we learnt about
the different types of joints such as Dovetail, Dowel, Dado, Housing, Mortise and Tenon as well as the Butt
joints. These popular in which we learnt about; we were also taught along with supervision how to apply in the
making of our project
 PART B -Building the cupboard doors

State the job to be completed as instructed by the client

We were informed by the Vocational Training Development Institute (VTDI), Electrical Department that the
school wants to refurbish an area for a lab. The site was visited and the area in question was measured and
recorded. we produced a design and materials that were likely to be used were suggested and recorded. All the
pieces of materials needed for the job were incorporated into different steps to complete the job. We came as a
group and decided to you treated pinewood and then from that the materials were sourced, ordered, and deliver
to the workshop

Identify at least three types of timber that may be used to complete the job
Three types of materials that could be used are:
 Pine
 Cedar
 Poplar
 Guango

Select the BEST type of timber for the job and justify the selection of timber for the job
The best type of timber to use on this type of project was decided to be treated Pinewood. Pine wood is a soft,
lightweight, stable wood. It can be carved and work well with different machines and hand tools. Even though it
does dent and scratch easier than other hardwoods, it is also a very economical, sturdy wood. Pine furniture
blends well with other woods making it easy to mix and match with other timber. Pine is durable and holds its
shape exceptionally well.
Provide a sketch of the job

An exploded view of job (showing how the rails are connected to sides)
Isometric view of the job
Identifying the appropriate types of joints suited for the job
Woodworking projects like this involve connecting two wooden workpieces at times while glue or adhesives
may sometimes be used for added strength, most wooden workpieces are connected by a joint. A joint is a
natural connection where the ends of two wooden workpieces meet. It is designed to hold the wooden
workpieces together. The types of joints that will be used are:
 Dowel Joint
 Mortise-and-Tenon Joint
 Dovetail Joint
 Dado joint

Outline the steps involved in creating joint(s)

Steps on making the Dado joint

Step 1. Mark width using the actual piece.

Step 2. Mark the depth. Use a marking gauge or very carefully using any other measuring device.
Step 3. Make a "knife wall" with a chisel.
Step 4. Work your way across the waste.
Step 5. Pare out the waste.
Step 6. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until you are close to your depth.
Step 7. Fit and glue.
Steps on making Mortise and Tenon

The Mortise and Tenon joint is highly recommended joint to hold together a high-
end woodworking project, no matter the type of project is with a bit of glue and
hand-cut joints.

 Step 1: Mark the Tenon Shoulder Line

 Step 2: Mark the Tenon Cheeks and the Mortise Walls

  Step 3: Saw the Tenon Cheeks

 Step 4: Remove the Tenon Cheeks and Cut the Shoulders

 Step 5: Layout the Mortise

Steps in making Edge Joints (Butt joints)

In using butt joint along with dowel joint as reinforcements, the steps are as follows:
Step 1-Ensure that better edges are the one joined so as to ensure they perfectly with no discernible gaps.
Step 2-Bore center holes in both of the edges of the boards that will be interlocking for the dowels to go in.
Step 3- Make small dowels to fit in both locks.
Step 4- Dry fit by joining to ensure it fits as planned
Step 5- Apply glue on both edges and clamp up to ensure the joints form a great bond
Assemble joints with 100% accuracy (picture evidence)
In assembling the frame of the cupboard, the frame was checked in terms of measurement and for squareness . This was done using the tape
measure, Framing square and a drill.
The pictures below show the assembling of the lid and base of the cupboard. During assembling the lids were planed so as to straightened the edges
then glued and screwed to the ribs of the frame. The screws are then covered with body filler mixed with hardener. It is then prepared for sanding

Making of cupboard doors- The frame of the doors was made using Routers to make the Tongue and Groove joints so as to it formed
Evidence of coarse sanding phase – Parts of cupboard (the top lid and base) were then prepared by sanding using a belt sander along with a coarse
sand paper. The aim was also removing any waves as to remove any coarseness in terms of texture

Evidence of the adhesive phase- During attaching the boards using dowels with the use of the mallet, the boards fastened further along using Sash
clamps
Evidence of the dry fitting stage (picture evidence) – At this stage the frame is temorarily joined as a means to ensure if everything is in placed before it is
permanently joined.

Assembling of the parts of the job (video evidence)

Picture and video evidence of the completed job