Shoji Screen

In this final episode of the series, Paul covers hingeing the panels together neatly and with perfect precision, and then applying the beautiful paper.

Gluing up the Shoji follows precise fitting of the components and a dry run to endure nothing holds any of the joints off. This is the tedious part of the Shoji but so well worth watching. Paul shows the whole of the glue-up so you can see how issues are resolved. It is a peaceful effort that Paul enjoyed and, hopes that you will enjoy it too.

In this episode, Paul focuses on forming the grooves to the main frame, and then bevelling the panel and fitting it to the grooves and frame.

In this episode, we lay out the Kumiko rails and verticals on large a scale, layout and chop the mortise holes and then create the unusual tenons with their little pointed ‘bird beak’.

In this episode, we cover the unique formation of twin tenons to match the mortise holes, but walk you through the compensatory mitre to accommodate the front face bevelled chamfers.

The Shoji screen is basic woodworking joinery with a twist of exactness, resulting in a unique opportunity to deploy your emerging skills with hand tools to their best.

The project is simple to look at, interesting to make and needs no special tools or equipment. You will thoroughly enjoy the challenge, and the boast as an heirloom piece becomes a reality.