The toe is the sharp, leading point of a mitered or beveled cut on a piece of wood. It represents the longest overall dimension of the angled piece, directly opposite the heel, which is the shortest point. Carpenters measure to the toe when cutting trim or rafters to ensure the outside corner of the joint meets perfectly.
Heard on the job
Measure 45 inches to the long point, and mark the toe of the miter right there.
Do not mix it up with
- Heel: The toe is the longest point of an angled cut, while the heel is the shortest point.