Ways to Fill Pocket Holes

Learn a few of the best ways to fill pocket holes with this quick tutorial.

Using wood glue, fill the pocket holes to the top and allow it to dry.

With Wood Glue

Once the wood glue has dried sand the area smooth and repeat as necessary.

With Wood Glue

Insert the pre-cut pocket hole plugs with wood glue making sure the flat side faces upwards.

Pre-Cut Pocket Hole Plugs

Wipe away the excess glue and even out the surface by sanding.

Pre-Cut Pocket Hole Plugs

Slide the dowel rod into the pocket hole and secure it with wood glue.

Using Dowel Rods

Trim the dowel rod with a flush-cut saw and sand it smooth.

Using Dowel Rods

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