How to Cut a Tapered Bevel on a Table Saw

Mark one end of the board for the depth of the tapered bevel. One end of the board will not be cut at all, the other end will have a bevel cut into it that gradually increases in width down the length of the board.

Tilt the table-saw blade to the bevel angle desired for the cut using the bevel dial on the side of the saw. Raise the blade until it is 1/4 inch higher than the thickness of the board.

Place the tapering jig on the saw table. Place the board on the jig with the unmarked end closer to the blade. Align the front of the board so the edge does not quite reach the blade. Position the opposite board end so the mark is aligned with the leading edge of the blade. Tighten the tapering jig clamps.

Move the jig backward, away from the blade. Turn the saw motor on. Guide the tapering jig forward and feed the lumber through the blade. As it cuts, you will see the blade cut away the wood and progress closer to the center of the board as you feed it through. Continue feeding the wood through the blade until it exits the rear of the board.

Shut the saw off and wait for the blade to stop. Remove the board from the tapering jig. The top edge of the board is removed at an angle while the width and height of the angle cut increase as the cut progresses down the board.