Domino dry fit: pulling tenons

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nikev

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Hi again,

Thanks to everybody who posted in response to my earlier question on "Domino vertical alignment." After following some of those tips, I managed to get the technique down.

However, this has opened another can of worms: the domino joints are now so snug that I can't get the tenons out if I try to dry fit the pieces. Does anybody have a good idea how to pull the tenons out from a dry fit mortise slot?

Thanks again,

Nike

 
I have not had any problems pulling dry dominoes out of the wider slots but ran into enormous difficulty pulling them from the exact fit slots. I found that the dominoes I have all exhibit a small ridge running lengthwise down both narrow sides. Slightly shaving these ridges with a utility knife eliminated the dry fit problem, as well as eliminating the need for a mallet to seat them in the first place. I do not know whether these ridges are an artifact unique to my batch of dominoes or a standard feature.
 
I use a pair of pliers to grab & pull straight out.  Even vise grips lightly applied to the domino.  I don't worry about damaging the domino, just clean it quick with sandpaper if it is really damaged & remember to pull straight out gently.
  1 other way I used was to drill a small hole in the domino with a small drill bit face to face through the exposed part of the domino.  Then just push the loose drill bit back through & use it as a handle to pull out. 
 
This thread is brilliant man! I guess you guys will be like me and starting a new kitchen project inspired by this. I can't wait to get on-site.
 
You guys are still dry fitting? ;D

I just make sure to work accurately so I only have to put it together once. 8)

Eiji
 
James Biddle said:
I sand the sides of a few Dominos down a little and mark them as Dry Fit.
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I was using Channelocks, but I really like the idea of designated "dry - fits"... :) :)
 
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great tenon puller
http://www.woodshopdemos.com/nprod-lv-1.htm
 
Sounds like a right cock up to me - I don't want this kind of fiasco when I'm dropping a few biscuits in....lol
 
It only gets tight with exact fit cuts and stuck every once in a while.  I find the Dominos help with getting proper alignment, not only for attachment.  I don't glue every domino.  If one gets stuck ... it definitely doesn't get glued or out comes the pliers.  I have not had any problems with not gluing every third or so Domino.  Even unglued, I get a great fit and so far no negative issues.  I clearly wouldn't waste my time sanding Dominos.  Last resort for pulling, a simple pair of plyers.  As for the biscuit comment, if you love your biscuit, you haven't Dominoed.
 
Why make things so complicated or are you relying on the domino rather than your joinery......  sounds like a cockup having to go with dry fits cus you cant get the frigging thing out.... or am I a cock?
 
nikev said:
Hi again,

Thanks to everybody who posted in response to my earlier question on "Domino vertical alignment." After following some of those tips, I managed to get the technique down.

However, this has opened another can of worms: the domino joints are now so snug that I can't get the tenons out if I try to dry fit the pieces. Does anybody have a good idea how to pull the tenons out from a dry fit mortise slot?

Thanks again,

Nike
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Here is what I do and it has worked well.  I use a standard a set of adjustable pliers or channel locks.  I put the piece in my tail vice on the bench. I grip the end of the domino with the channel locks (hold tightly) and use my deadblow hammer to tap the bottom of the channel locks near the head.  You will be amazed that it takes only a couple of taps for the domino to pop out.  I keep those dominos with black x's on them in a box for this use (dryfits) you will find the more you use them the easier it gets.  Try it you'll like it.!!!!!!

 
End nippers pull them easily, and you should have a pair with you anyway.
 
festeringtool said:
Why make things so complicated or are you relying on the domino rather than your joinery......  sounds like a cockup having to go with dry fits cus you cant get the frigging thing out.... or am I a cock?
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It's possible you are a 'cock'. The domino is the best tool for those of us that have limited skills. It has turned my 'wood butchery' into carpentry! I can't claim to be a craftsman let alone a joiner for now....maybe with time and more help from the domino cheat?
 
Well that makes more sense......

?512.30 Inc VAT for a biscuit jointer......... LOL

There must be some cocks on here!

 
I thought we were talking about handtools not frigging cars or jewellery!

Perhaps you are wearing them socially and this is your idea of nightlife LOL
 
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