John Viercinski
07-02-2007, 9:59 AM
Hey all,
I'm new to the craft and to this discussion board as well. I'm planning on making some new kitchen cabinets for my current home and I'd like to get some feedback. I just finished reading Tolpin's book and I'm going to be starting this fall after I finish the walls, floors, plumbing, etc.
I plan on doing a flat, recessed panel door style similar to a Shaker without any of the coved edges. For starters, I love the look and it doesn't require the use of a router table. I also may go with the reverse raised panel doors, which are very similar. I can just use a dado blade and my table saw for both of these options.
I'm going to use a face frame style cabinet with Melamine cases, so I don't have to paint or refinish the interiors. Plus, I'm going to rent the place out when I'm done and I know they'll hold up. I'm not sure which wood to use for the frames, doors and drawer fronts. I was leaning towards poplar from a local borg, but I may just opt for a portable planer and get some rough cut maple or poplar from Amish country to reduce total cost. I suppose I could use red oak as well though.
I have a Fuji MM3 which I plan to spray a white Magnalac finish followed by a semi-gloss clear coat, so the look of the grain isn't all that important.
So, I guess my questions are...
1. Any recommendation for a door panel material/thickness... plywood? Mdf?? Where in the Philly area can I get it?
2. Is it better to make the drawers yourself or is it worth the cost to have them made for you? I don't currently own a dove-tail jig.
3. Any other suggestions??
Thanks! Looking forward to your responses!
I'm new to the craft and to this discussion board as well. I'm planning on making some new kitchen cabinets for my current home and I'd like to get some feedback. I just finished reading Tolpin's book and I'm going to be starting this fall after I finish the walls, floors, plumbing, etc.
I plan on doing a flat, recessed panel door style similar to a Shaker without any of the coved edges. For starters, I love the look and it doesn't require the use of a router table. I also may go with the reverse raised panel doors, which are very similar. I can just use a dado blade and my table saw for both of these options.
I'm going to use a face frame style cabinet with Melamine cases, so I don't have to paint or refinish the interiors. Plus, I'm going to rent the place out when I'm done and I know they'll hold up. I'm not sure which wood to use for the frames, doors and drawer fronts. I was leaning towards poplar from a local borg, but I may just opt for a portable planer and get some rough cut maple or poplar from Amish country to reduce total cost. I suppose I could use red oak as well though.
I have a Fuji MM3 which I plan to spray a white Magnalac finish followed by a semi-gloss clear coat, so the look of the grain isn't all that important.
So, I guess my questions are...
1. Any recommendation for a door panel material/thickness... plywood? Mdf?? Where in the Philly area can I get it?
2. Is it better to make the drawers yourself or is it worth the cost to have them made for you? I don't currently own a dove-tail jig.
3. Any other suggestions??
Thanks! Looking forward to your responses!