A tenon is a square or rectangular projection cut on one end of a piece of wood that fits perfectly to a hole in the other piece of wood, called a mortice. A mortice and tenon together are a wood worker’s joint, most often used in chairs and other fine furniture.
The key point to creating a well-formed joint is the tightness of the fit. A snug neat fit enhances the strength of the joint. A basic tenon joint can be strengthened by using a wedge or dowel.
Other forms of tenon include a blind tenon, as it is hidden and does not extend past the morticed piece. A stub tenon is one that does not go entirely through the wood, whereas with a through tenon the mortice is cut completely through the piece.
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Tenons are common in traditionally made Chinese furniture most often in seat frames and table tops to provide support to the otherwise poorly supported legs. Usually the frame of a piece is joined so that the panel is able to expand and contract in relation to the natural constriction of the wood, due to moisture and other climate changes.
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