Cabinetry and Trimwork

From kitchen cabinets to bathroom cabinets to shop cabinets and bookshelves, you'll learn all the basics about building your own cabinets including case construction, face frames, as well as cabinet doors and trim.

How To Make A Lower Cabinet Face Frame

Learn how to make a lower cabinet face frame. This is just one element of a complete series on

How do I cut half-round molding?

I'd like to slice some dowels in half lengthwise to make half-round molding. But when I tried a test cut at the bandsaw, the stock wanted to twist.

Standard Rail-and-stile Widths

Is there a standard rail and stile width for kitchen cabinet doors? I was thinking of using 2" face frame material for the door frames to save milling time, but I think it might look a bit dainty.

Divide rail and stile cuts for easier joints

I’ve seen two router-bit options for making rail-and-stile joints: matching bit sets and a single combination bit. It seems to me that the matching sets are the better way to go. Any thoughts?

What's the best finish for kitchen cabinets?

Please recommend a finish to use on maple kitchen cabinet doors. I don’t know the existing finish, but it didn’t hold up to being splashed with water from the sink.