Tenoned

Tenoned refers to a woodworking joint created by a tenon and a mortise. A tenon is a projecting piece of wood, usually rectangular, that is formed on the end of one component. This tenon is designed to fit snugly into a corresponding hole or recess cut into another component. This hole is known as the mortise. The tenon typically has shoulders, which are flat surfaces that bear against the mating piece, providing bearing surface and strength. The purpose of this joint is to connect two pieces of wood securely, often at a right angle, but it can also be used in other configurations. The mortise and tenon joint is a fundamental and widely used method in furniture making, timber framing, and cabinetry due to its strength and stability. Various types of mortise and tenon joints exist, including blind mortise and tenon, through mortise and tenon, and wedged mortise and tenon, each offering different advantages in terms of appearance and structural integrity.