Finishing cabinets

[Michael Heldman]

Hi... first time post here...

I'm building bottom cabinets out of maple plywood. They will go between two walls and will have a counter on top. The only visible maple veneer will be inside the cabinets.

Is there any reason to finish the outside of the boxes? They will never be seen. I know that if I were asking about hardwood the answer would be "yes," but plywood?

I'd appreciate any expert advice.

Michael

[John TenEyck]

No reason I would finish them.

John

[Tom M King]

I never have finished any parts of cabinets that were hidden, and no complaints. I live close to all the houses I built for 33 years, and know most of the current owners.

[Michael Heldman]

Thanks, Tom and John, for your feedback. You both confirmed what I suspected and saved me a whole butt load of time.