Wooden Boat Building - Toe Rails and Bungs

Dive into the intricacies of wooden boat building in this 28-minute video from The Art of Boat Building series. Follow boat builder Bob Emser as he continues work on the covering boards for a Joel White designed Haven 12 1/2. Learn about wood cupping, gain tips for cleaning varnish drips, and observe the creation and installation of wooden plugs called bungs. Watch the process of installing toe rails and discover how to ensure symmetry in boat construction. Explore techniques for sealing boards, attaching frame stations, and trimming plugs. Embrace Emser's philosophy of "If you're going to make it, make it beautiful" while gaining valuable insights into the craftsmanship of wooden boat building.

Intro
What is cupping
What is quartersawn
Seal the board
How symmetrical is the boat
How to remove drips
Attaching frame stations
Making plugs
Cutting plugs
Trimming
Toe Rail