Bamboo Joinery 2

Making a T joint:

1. Cut the end of the side pole into a curve closely fitting the cross-pole, using a coping saw.
2. Take a 1" length of a hardwood dowel that fits snugly into the bamboo cavity, apply a strong, weatherproof glue such as Weldbond Outdoor wood glue, and insert into the end of the side pole.
3. Bore a hole into the dowel in the side pole (use a bit the diameter of the shank of your hanger bolt screw-side) and another through the side of the cross-pole (use a larger bit, the diameter of the threads of the hanger bolt bolt-side).
4. Drive the screw end of the hanger bolt into the dowel, and insert the bolt end into the cross-pole.
5. Secure the bolt with a washer and nut.