Abstract: A connecting element is adapted to be placed between two pieces of wood to be joined and includes a body with two opposite main surfaces and with an engaging device which protrude from each main surface. In addition, a joint comprises a connecting device which is adapted to be passed through the pieces of wood and the connecting element and apply a compressing force on the pieces of wood in such a manner that the engaging device of the intermediate connecting element penetrates into opposite wood surfaces. The connecting element comprises a through hole perpendicular to the main surfaces for passing through the shank-shaped connecting device. The hole exhibits engaging formations around its circumference, and the connecting device exhibits matching engaging formations on its shank part in such a manner that longitudinal displacement is allowed while rotary motion of the connecting device relative to the connecting element is prevented.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connecting element (7) and a joint for joining pieces of wood. The connecting element is adapted to be placed between two pieces of wood to be joined and comprises a body (8) with two opposite main surfaces and with engaging means (9) which protrude from each main surface. In addition, the joint comprises a connecting means (10) which is adapted to be passed through the pieces of wood and the connecting element (7) and apply a compressing force on the pieces of wood in such a manner that the engaging means (9) of the intermediate connecting element penetrate into opposite wood surfaces. The connecting element (7) comprises a through hole perpendicular to the main surface for passing through the shank-shaped connecting means (10).