Product Description Here is a virtual encyclopedia of cabinet door and drawer styles and instruction for designing, constructing, and installing them. Slab, MDF, simulated and true raised panel, frame and panel, arched frame and panel, mitered panel, cope and stick, glass, and tambour: all of these types of cabinet doors—and the drawers to match—are illustrated and explained with step-by-step construction notes and measurements. In addition, all of the common methods of joinery, such as dowels, biscuits, splines, miters, dadoes, tongue and groove, and mortise and tenons are explained and illustrated.
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Outdated print - lack of color illustrations
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This is my first book on cabinet door and drawer building and I must say I wasn't impressed. The print is way outdated - not in the classic woodworking techniques - but in presentation. Washed out black and white photos that barely show the beauty of wood? You've got to be joking. The only color you'll see in this book is on its front and back. Page 85 (bottom pic) shows author's left hand barely an inch from his table saw's rotating blade as he demonstrates a plunge cut. I hope he still has all of his fingers. I am keeping the book for a basic joinery reference.
Excellent guide.
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Well written, easy to follow guide. If you are thinking about making your own doors, read this before you take one step forward.
Building Cabinet Doors and Drawers
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If you want to see what kind of doors you CAN make, this book is not bad. If you are hoping to learn how to make a particular type of door, this book is not very informative. It lacks a lot of details that you'd need to know if you were going to actually make the door that the book describes.
Very helpfull
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This book is great for the beginner or intermediate woodworker looking to gain insight into the process of cabinet doors and drawers. Lots of photos and step-by-step instructions. Great suggestions on hardware, tools and techniques.
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