Should I add an edge detail to my modified Shaker door?
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Shaker Style, with any detail is veneer?
Comments (7)Solid wood flat panels are referred to as "reverse raised", or "reverse "g" cove" panel. BUT that doesn't alway mean it is solid wood, just that you get a thicker panel, some are still veneered. Most often it is offered on more popular doorstyles, or when a rustic wood is offered. It usually slightly more expensive than the thinner panel even if veneered. In painted cabinets it is almost always veneer. I like the thicker panel but don't mind the veneer. I handle a couple of hi-end full custom lines. They would make me a solid wood painted flat panel door if I insisted (which I would only do if the customer insisted), but they wouldn't do it as a standard. If you stil think you need it that then, you will have to look at sightly pricier brands than Woodmark/Shenandoah but you don't have to go hi-end. A quick look at some of the specs I have floating around indicates that Medallion (Schuler at Lowes) has a couple that have detail on the inside of the door style with a reverse panel. Showplace has a solid panel door with an applied molding (but in paint grade that will be veneer not sure in maple). Kraftmaid doesn't have what your asking for nor does Brookhaven. Those are the only specs I have in that price range but it is likely that some other middle of the road brands will have it.) As dseng said check with local kitchen dealers or better yet look at some mfg web sites and then check with dealers about where that brand prices....See MoreHelp! Am I being picky with my cabinets? Or should I be pickier?
Comments (27)Kitchencraft has been very good about replacing questionable doors/trim for me, so you shouldn't have a problem if HH requests a new one under a "warranty claim." I have the darker colour (expresso) and one of my cover panels had to be reordered. It came in a slightly different stain colour than the rest, and they just sent another which matched better (different lot numbers I guess). If the "drip" is in a noticable spot I would get them to reorder. As for the crown, I do agree it's not that noticable, but I'm sorry to say it is a bit funny/weird, especially for how much I know you paid for the cabinets. Sorry. They should have ordered different height cabinets for your fridge surround to allow for a bigger crown frieze (I think that's what it's called) or placed your other cabs at a higher height so it would not be as much of a difference. I truly feel terrible writing this to you, but I have a feeling you suspect it's off anyway. It's not bad looking... just for what you ordered it should have been less noticable, even if your ceilings are off. I also know what it's like to be near the end and just want it done (like I think your DH is)....See MoreBaker Cherry Shaker doors vs IKEA Laxarby doors
Comments (14)Bbtrix, thank you so much for your input. It has been very helpful as I reflect on this project. I want to make the IKEA work because of $ and for simplicity. I considered the Laxarby because it will match the other elements and be paintable in the future if needed, as it is wood. The white selections that IKEA offer now, are all foil wrapped or some other product. I would have preferred a color to the cabinets other than white though. White would not work with my DH. I am thinking, after discussing this, that the dark Laxarby would be fine with the table. The room won't be really contemporary, the desk/table I am reading as more rustic. We live on a farm next to a major river with lots of woods nearby. The desk/table, to me, speaks to the countryside around us. The cabinets will blend and contrast with my kitchen. So maybe I am off the cherry cabinets for his office ;) I will be using a whitish countertop with the cabinets, but will need to consider that now, if I go with this table. I couldn't go walnut!!! Could I? It might be too dark for the room. Speaking of counters, I just saw on craigslist a bunch of walnut slabs that might work for countertop at my depth. OH NO! I wanted simple. But I love projects. I have the means to make a countertop out of a slab I think....See Moreshaker door modification
Comments (15)I suggested the picture frame shop. A friend ran one. He had a huge selection of choices in all styles and colors. The tool he used to get the exact miter cut wasn't a saw. A saw blade can create tiny chips in the cut line. Especially for the finished frame material. He used a large blade like a paper cutter but set at a 45* angle. Plus, a 4 corner clamping table for assembly. This is the miter trimmer. https://www.amazon.com/Grizzly-G1690-Miter-Trimmer/dp/B006SJCEVA/ref=asc_df_B006SJCEVA/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309802506143&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16314495426110181261&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9016970&hvtargid=pla-568600413568&psc=1 And this type of clamp.https://www.rockler.com/miter-tight-picture-frame-clamp?country=US&sid=V91040&promo=shopping&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=PL&gclid=CjwKCAiA9aKQBhBREiwAyGP5lcCFvo_5sdlNyrZ9fbf1AXFXfJBwibRgCxaD8113vH5X79w0INsZNhoC4SYQAvD_BwE If you can find a finish carpenter with these types of tools that could work for the fab and install....See MoreRelated Professionals
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