Definitions: M - Finish carpentry

mortise

A mortise is a uniformly shaped pocket or recess that is cut to accept joinery or flush fitting hardware. Typically, mortises are cut in wood for hinges, plates and lock sets.

References - mortise

See the following for additional mortise information:

• Trim Carpentry and Built-Ins (Build Like A Pro) Taunton Press , October 2002, Clayton Dekorne, ISBN 1561584789
• Cabinets and Countertops (Complete Construction) McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition, April 2000, Chales Self, ISBN 71348999
• Cabinetmaking and Millwork MacMillan Publishing Company; 5 Revised edition, July 1989, John Feirer, ISBN 25373552
• The Ultimate Guide to Trim Carpentry: Plan, Design, Install Creative Homeowner; First edition, May 2006, Neal Barrett, ISBN 158011279X
• Masonry (Best of Fine Homebuilding) Amer Technical Pub; 4th edition, September 2003, Leonard Koel, ISBN 826907385

Service Professionals that can help with mortise issues

• Finish Carpenter
• Carpenter
• Handyman

Common projects involving mortise

• Decorating, Re-Decorating
• Decorate Interior
• Remodel Kitchen
• Remodel Bathroom

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