{"product_id":"light-hardwood-dowel-rod-38mm-x-38mm-x-2400mm","title":"Light Hardwood Dowel Rod 38mm x 38mm x 2400mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis light hardwood dowel rod, 38mm x 38mm x 2400mm, is a solid, uniformly round timber section machined to a consistent profile. It is well suited to furniture making, joinery joints, curtain poles and general woodworking where a reliable, smooth-finished round section is needed.\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\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound dowel rod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38mm x 38mm\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\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth machined, suitable for sanding, painting, oiling or varnishing\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\u003eFurniture making and cabinet joinery, including drawer and frame construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurtain poles and window dressing rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelving supports, towel rails and free-standing display frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft and DIY projects requiring a sturdy, round timber section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the dowel to acclimatise indoors for 48 hours before use, particularly in heated environments, to minimise any movement after fitting. The rod cuts cleanly with a hand saw or mitre saw and can be sized accurately to your requirements. For a painted or varnished finish, a light sand with 120-grit abrasive paper will open the grain and improve adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat diameter is a 38mm dowel rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 38mm dowel rod has a circular cross-section of 38mm across its diameter. This is one of the larger standard sizes and is commonly used where strength or a bold visual presence is required, such as curtain poles or structural joinery.\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 length can be cut to any shorter size using a hand saw, mitre saw or tenon saw. Mark around the full circumference with a marking gauge before cutting to keep the cut square.\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 accepts wood stain, oil, wax, varnish and paint. Lightly sand with 120-grit paper first to remove any machining marks, then apply your chosen finish in the direction of the grain for the best result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What diameter is a 38mm dowel rod?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A 38mm dowel rod has a circular cross-section of 38mm across its diameter. 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