👉 A ratliner is a device used in woodworking to create a hollow, tapered or groove-like shape. These devices are commonly found in furniture and other woodworking projects where precision and detail are required. These designs can be made using various techniques such as planing, sawing, chiseling, or even sanding to produce a smooth, flat surface that is perfect for shaping the wood into the desired shape. Ratlainers are often used when creating a dovetail joint or when shaping wood for an
