On this page are
displayed the gamut of the tools used by the
marquetarian.
You do not need to amass
the full kit as shown here to participate in marquetry,
but if you do consider acquiring these tools you will be
prepared for all marquetry eventualities, especially the
"finishing" side of the art. |
Carpenter's set square
A must for every
marquetarian to determine the
accuracy of the base boards,
picture, etc |
Circle Cutter
Very useful for cutting
small circles,
larger versions are available |
Magnifying Head Band
A magnifying glass
which you wear in the same manner
as goggles. These are ideal for small work. |
Mortice Gauge
Useful for marking out
for stringers and banding.
Usedin conjunction with the
scratch stock. |
Scratch stock
For cutting channels for
stringers and banding |
Scratch stock blade
A close up view of the
cutter blade |
Selection of marquetry saws
Veneer, fret and piercing
saws |
Veneer saw
Used for clean and
straight cutting of veneer |
Veneer saw
Close up view of saw
teeth |
Veneer hammer
Used in a zig zag manner
to apply veneer |
Plastic scalpel handle
Gives good control when
cutting veneer |
Oil stone & box
Good for sharpening
cutting blades |
Sanding block and Cork
For flattening marquetry
pictures |
Seam roller
Useful for flattening
small areas |
Maun safety ruler (top)
Designed to prevent harm
to your digits |
Straight edge (bottom) & tweezers (middle)
Good for straight lines
and small pieces |
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