Create A Perfect Octagon Everytime!

Never again have to use "trial and error" to draw an octagon! This easy method, using a ruler (or a framing square if you have one!) and a compass, is fast and accurate! All you need is the width of the octagon and the rest comes together flawlessly. You'll look like a genius!

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If you know the side to side dimension (width) of the octagon you want, you can draw it quickly and accurately using only a pen, ruler, and compass. If you have a framing square, that makes it even faster and easier.

You'll begin by drawing a square that is the same width and height as the width of the octagon you need. From there, you'll use a compass to mark off points. Watch DirtFarmer Jay as he shows you how.

You can scale the size up and down for other octagons you need, using a large-sized compass (available at an art store or Harbor Freight) and a yardstick.

If you need to make an octagon-shaped length of stock (such as a small column or turning blank to mount on your lathe), check out this "no-math" method for your table saw:
   • EZ Method to Cut Octagon Stock  

In yet another episode, we also show you the .414 ratio to calculate the side lengths of the octagon. For you "Octagon Geeks", we also provide you a link to a great online calculator for all the parts of an octagon. That way, if you have a couple dimensions of the part of your octagon, you can calculate the other parts. Cool!

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