{"product_id":"light-hardwood-dowel-rod-9mm-x-2400mm","title":"Light Hardwood Dowel Rod 9mm x 2400mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 9mm light hardwood dowel rod, supplied in a 2400mm length, is a practical timber component for furniture joinery, shelving, craftwork and general woodworking. Machined to a consistent round profile, it cuts cleanly, sands easily and accepts most wood finishes straight from the pack.\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\u003e9mm diameter\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)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth machined\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 joinery in cabinet and furniture making, providing a clean alternative to screws or nails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelving support pegs and shelf pin holes in bookcases and fitted furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft and hobby projects including bead threading, model making and tool handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging rails, towel hooks and peg rails in kitchens, hallways and workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore dowel rods horizontally in a dry, well-ventilated space before use, allowing them to acclimatise to the ambient conditions of the room they will be fitted in, particularly in centrally heated interiors where moisture levels fluctuate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen using for joinery, apply a small amount of wood glue evenly along the dowel before pressing it into a pre-drilled hole sized to match the 9mm diameter; a snug fit gives the strongest bond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe smooth machined surface takes varnish, oil, wax or paint well after a light sand with 120 to 180 grit abrasive, and no primer is required for most interior finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat diameter hole should I drill for a 9mm dowel rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrill with a 9mm bit for a firm friction fit, or use a 9.5mm bit if you want a looser sliding fit, for example on adjustable shelf pegs. For glued joints, a standard 9mm hole gives the best bond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this dowel rod be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis light hardwood dowel is intended for interior use. Untreated hardwood dowels can deteriorate when exposed to prolonged moisture, so they are not recommended for external applications without adequate sealing or shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many dowel rods do I need for a typical furniture joint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost cabinet and chair joints use two dowels per joint to prevent rotation. Space them evenly across the width of the board, typically 32mm apart for standard shelf or carcass joinery. Measure your project and order a few extra lengths to allow for cuts and practice joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/oak-mouldings\"\u003eoak mouldings\u003c\/a\u003e and timber sections at Nottage Timber Merchants, where trade and retail customers across Bridgend and South Wales can order online or collect in store, with next-day delivery available to many South Wales postcodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What diameter hole should I drill for a 9mm dowel rod?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Drill with a 9mm bit for a firm friction fit, or use a 9.5mm bit if you want a looser sliding fit, for example on adjustable shelf pegs. 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