In the woodworking industry, experts need various tools and equipment to assemble pieces. It’s vital to have the right connectors so that you can securely construct the furniture and other wooden pieces you create. Below, we’ve explained the top wood connectors for your woodworking business. 

Biscuit Connectors

Biscuit connectors are a great non-visible option that’s self-tightening. This is also a must-have when assembling workpieces because you or the end user can disassemble them whenever needed. Typically, there are two types of biscuit connectors: slide-in and clip-in. Both options provide a highly desired seamless look on your finished product. 

Pro Tip

Why make something that you can disassemble with ease? A piece like this is easier to move or pack up if it needs to be shipped. Many woodworking companies that sell parts ship them out with a ready-to-assemble option because you can save a lot of shipping costs.

Dovetail Connectors

Dovetail connectors are essential because they connect small wood components and simply snap together. This is a great connector for connecting finish trim to your wood piece as you do not see any unsightly holes or have to puddy afterward.

Hook Connectors

Hook connectors make it easy to connect panelized wood components with non-visible hardware. These are self-tightening and easy to install and disassemble. To install them, you simply need to screw both halves inside the wood piece and align them so it “locks” together.

Plastic Dowels

There are various types of dowels, and plastic dowel connectors are durable and make it easy to connect wood without relying on screws and nails or traditional wooden dowels. You just slip the plastic dowel into the drilled hole, and thanks to its ribbed design, it stays in place. Many woodworkers add a bit of KNAPP PU+ Adhesive to ensure it remains secured in place.

Pro Tip

Although you can use wood glue to secure plastic dowels, some types don’t require this. For example, 2-part locking dowels remain in place because the two pieces—the dowel and sleeve—lock together.

DUO System Frame Connector

This type of wood connector makes assembly fast and efficient and works great for various woodworking projects. In hook system connectors, the two pieces hook, hence their name. Whether you need to construct a dining set or bed frame, you can use DUO System Frame Connectors to build the structure. 

Shop at Knapp

Buy all the wood connectors needed for your woodworking business at Knapp. We’re the industry trailblazer and always come out with new connectors. Each type of connector works best for varying applications, and at Knapp, we list the most common uses in the product details for all our options. Buy top-quality wood connectors you’ll use for every woodworking project! Call us today with any questions and to place an order.