{"product_id":"light-hardwood-dowel-rod-28mm-x-28mm-x-2400mm","title":"Light Hardwood Dowel Rod 28mm x 28mm x 2400mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 28mm light hardwood dowel rod offers a smooth, machine-turned round profile ideal for dowel jointing, furniture making, and general woodworking. Supplied at 2400mm long, the 28mm x 28mm section is a practical choice for a wide variety of trade and DIY applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight hardwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28mm x 28mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2400mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound dowel rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth machine-turned\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDowel joints in cabinet making and furniture construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurtain poles and hanging rails in domestic interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf support pegs and tool handle replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft, hobby, and general DIY round-section projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore the rod horizontally on a flat surface in a dry indoor environment before use, allowing it to acclimatise to the room's temperature and humidity for at least 24 hours to reduce any risk of warping. The rod can be cut to length with a standard hand saw or mitre saw and sanded lightly with 120-grit paper before finishing with varnish, oil, or paint. For structural dowel joints, drill a matching 28mm hole and use a suitable wood adhesive to secure the joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the actual finished size of this dowel rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dowel is nominally sized at 28mm in diameter. As it is machine-turned, the finished diameter is consistent along the full 2400mm length, making it straightforward to match with a 28mm flat-bottomed or spade bit when drilling receiving holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I cut this dowel rod to a shorter length?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The 2400mm rod can be cut to any length using a standard hand saw, mitre saw, or even a sharp tenon saw. Mark the cut point clearly with a pencil and use a mitre box for a square, clean end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat finish can I apply to a light hardwood dowel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight hardwood takes most wood finishes well. A light sand with 120 to 180-grit paper is recommended before applying varnish, Danish oil, wax, or paint. If the dowel will be used outside, use an exterior-grade finish or preservative oil to protect it from moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor related interior mouldings and timber sections, browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oak-mouldings\"\u003eoak mouldings collection\u003c\/a\u003e at Nottage Timber Merchants. We supply trade and retail customers across Bridgend and South Wales, with next-day delivery available to many local postcodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the actual finished size of this dowel rod?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The dowel is nominally sized at 28mm in diameter. As it is machine-turned, the finished diameter is consistent along the full 2400mm length, making it straightforward to match with a 28mm flat-bottomed or spade bit when drilling receiving holes.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I cut this dowel rod to a shorter length?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. The 2400mm rod can be cut to any length using a standard hand saw, mitre saw, or even a sharp tenon saw. 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