For internal "negative" space cuts, drill small entry holes in each black/waste section of the pattern.

Below is a comprehensive guide to the fretwork process. To keep this handy in your workshop, you can save this page as a by pressing Ctrl+P (or Cmd+P ) and selecting "Save as PDF." 1. Essential Tools and Materials Before making your first cut, gather these essentials:

The final step is to protect and beautify your hard work.

Not all wood species can handle the delicate nature of fretwork.

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Hardwoods are best because they resist warping and splintering. Baltic birch plywood, cherry, walnut, and maple are excellent choices.

Leveling leaves the frets with flat, "square-shouldered" tops, which ruins intonation. Basic fret level, crown & polish made easy (picture heavy)