Do you use spacer or not on cabinet doors? - Kreg Owners' Community2024-03-28T17:15:31Zhttps://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on?feed=yes&xn_auth=noDavid is right. I once asked…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-16:2900167:Comment:202522010-02-16T18:03:34.257ZRoss Bagleyhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RossBagley
David is right. I once asked the Manager of the local Home Centre why I always had so much trouble finding good grades of lumber in the store. His responce is they were a home supply store and not a hobby supply store. I found a nice supplier of good quality wood and have not been back to the Home Centre since.<br />
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<cite>DAVID CZUPRYN said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on?id=2900167%3ATopic%3A19220&page=1#2900167Comment19348"><div>If…</div>
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David is right. I once asked the Manager of the local Home Centre why I always had so much trouble finding good grades of lumber in the store. His responce is they were a home supply store and not a hobby supply store. I found a nice supplier of good quality wood and have not been back to the Home Centre since.<br />
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<cite>DAVID CZUPRYN said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on?id=2900167%3ATopic%3A19220&page=1#2900167Comment19348"><div>If you're looking for a faucet,or potted plant......go to a home center. If you're looking for custom made plywood,go to a custom wood supplier,like a cabinet maker would do.</div>
</blockquote> Make sure you do not exceed t…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-16:2900167:Comment:202372010-02-16T17:37:07.990ZRobert J Guidry Srhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RobertJGuidrySr
Make sure you do not exceed that 1/4" if you do not use the spacers. On a Freud Stile and Rail set, The depth of the channel is 3/8" and if you exceed that 3/8 you will go beyond the edge and you will have a gap. Also the shorter the panel, the more it will rattle. Without the spacers you do not need more than 3/16" shorter.<br />
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<cite>John said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on#2900167Comment19397"><div>Hi John,<br></br><br></br>I've been told that I…</div>
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Make sure you do not exceed that 1/4" if you do not use the spacers. On a Freud Stile and Rail set, The depth of the channel is 3/8" and if you exceed that 3/8 you will go beyond the edge and you will have a gap. Also the shorter the panel, the more it will rattle. Without the spacers you do not need more than 3/16" shorter.<br />
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<cite>John said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on#2900167Comment19397"><div>Hi John,<br/><br/>I've been told that I need to have an 1/8" gap on each side for a total of 1/4" for the top and sides. Would this be true without spacers? Have you had any problems without the spacers?<br/><br/>John<br/><br/><cite>John Magee said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on#2900167Comment19394"><div>Hi David, I think the spacers are probably a good thing, but I have built quite a few doors and as long as the panel is a good fit I dont think they are a must. You want a snug fit, not tight but not loose you, you will be able to tell as you test fit your doors before assembly. Good luck!</div>
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I was just at Peac…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-16:2900167:Comment:201742010-02-16T14:15:16.738ZJohnhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/John922
Hi David,<br />
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I was just at Peachtree woodworking suppy last week and heading there this morning. Their line of bar clamps looks like the Bessey clamps at a very good price. I plan to pick up more today. Also heading to Atlanta Woodworking, they tell me that's a good place to buy wood. Should be an enjoyable day.<br />
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<cite>DAVID CZUPRYN said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on?id=2900167%3ATopic%3A19220&page=2#2900167Comment19553"><div>Hello…</div>
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Hi David,<br />
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I was just at Peachtree woodworking suppy last week and heading there this morning. Their line of bar clamps looks like the Bessey clamps at a very good price. I plan to pick up more today. Also heading to Atlanta Woodworking, they tell me that's a good place to buy wood. Should be an enjoyable day.<br />
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<cite>DAVID CZUPRYN said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on?id=2900167%3ATopic%3A19220&page=2#2900167Comment19553"><div>Hello again,John, Here's a supplier in Atlanta,that i use: Peachtree woodworking supply 6684 Jimmy Carter Blvd.Suite100 Norcross,Ga 30071 1-700-458-5539 Toll Free: 1-888-512-9069 on line :ptreeusa.com I've used this supplier for years with good results,even tho I live in Illinois. They are a great source for woodworking supplies,advice,and they offer classes and seminars. Dave,the owner,will be able to advise you,where to find a good wood supplier in your area. Tell him,Dave from Illinois,sent you. #2 Yes,you need the gap,even if the spacers aren't used,so the center panel can "float". If you don't,something may crack r break apart. I use spacers to keep the panel centered in the frame,while it expands and moves around,but that's just my touch. Also,John Magee's advise is also correct,as is witnessed by his excellant raised panel doors in his kitchen.His photos are on this site....check them out.His work is fantastic! Hope my advise prooves helpful to you. Good luck to you, Dave</div>
</blockquote> No spacers for me. I want the…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-15:2900167:Comment:196782010-02-15T16:57:18.734ZLarwynhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/LarryMoore
No spacers for me. I want the gooves clean.
No spacers for me. I want the gooves clean. Hello again,John, Here's a su…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-15:2900167:Comment:195532010-02-15T15:33:32.709ZDAVID CZUPRYNhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/DAVIDCZUPRYN
Hello again,John, Here's a supplier in Atlanta,that i use: Peachtree woodworking supply 6684 Jimmy Carter Blvd.Suite100 Norcross,Ga 30071 1-700-458-5539 Toll Free: 1-888-512-9069 on line :ptreeusa.com I've used this supplier for years with good results,even tho I live in Illinois. They are a great source for woodworking supplies,advice,and they offer classes and seminars. Dave,the owner,will be able to advise you,where to find a good wood supplier in your area. Tell him,Dave from Illinois,sent…
Hello again,John, Here's a supplier in Atlanta,that i use: Peachtree woodworking supply 6684 Jimmy Carter Blvd.Suite100 Norcross,Ga 30071 1-700-458-5539 Toll Free: 1-888-512-9069 on line :ptreeusa.com I've used this supplier for years with good results,even tho I live in Illinois. They are a great source for woodworking supplies,advice,and they offer classes and seminars. Dave,the owner,will be able to advise you,where to find a good wood supplier in your area. Tell him,Dave from Illinois,sent you. #2 Yes,you need the gap,even if the spacers aren't used,so the center panel can "float". If you don't,something may crack r break apart. I use spacers to keep the panel centered in the frame,while it expands and moves around,but that's just my touch. Also,John Magee's advise is also correct,as is witnessed by his excellant raised panel doors in his kitchen.His photos are on this site....check them out.His work is fantastic! Hope my advise prooves helpful to you. Good luck to you, Dave Hi John,
I've been told that…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-15:2900167:Comment:193972010-02-15T02:12:49.428ZJohnhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/John922
Hi John,<br />
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I've been told that I need to have an 1/8" gap on each side for a total of 1/4" for the top and sides. Would this be true without spacers? Have you had any problems without the spacers?<br />
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John<br />
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<cite>John Magee said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on#2900167Comment19394"><div>Hi David, I think the spacers are probably a good thing, but I have built quite a few doors and as long as the panel is a good fit I dont think they are a…</div>
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Hi John,<br />
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I've been told that I need to have an 1/8" gap on each side for a total of 1/4" for the top and sides. Would this be true without spacers? Have you had any problems without the spacers?<br />
<br />
John<br />
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<cite>John Magee said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on#2900167Comment19394"><div>Hi David, I think the spacers are probably a good thing, but I have built quite a few doors and as long as the panel is a good fit I dont think they are a must. You want a snug fit, not tight but not loose you, you will be able to tell as you test fit your doors before assembly. Good luck!</div>
</blockquote> Hi David, I think the spacers…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-15:2900167:Comment:193942010-02-15T01:46:30.256ZJohn Mageehttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JohnMagee
Hi David, I think the spacers are probably a good thing, but I have built quite a few doors and as long as the panel is a good fit I dont think they are a must. You want a snug fit, not tight but not loose you, you will be able to tell as you test fit your doors before assembly. Good luck!
Hi David, I think the spacers are probably a good thing, but I have built quite a few doors and as long as the panel is a good fit I dont think they are a must. You want a snug fit, not tight but not loose you, you will be able to tell as you test fit your doors before assembly. Good luck! Hey David, I would suppose th…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-14:2900167:Comment:193572010-02-14T18:20:35.404ZJohnhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/John922
Hey David, I would suppose this it true, but I need to find one of these suppliers in my area. I'm still very new to Atlanta and trying to find my way around. Originally from Pennsylvania and could get about anything there, especially in the Amish community. Here, I'm still limited and looking for that special supplier.
Hey David, I would suppose this it true, but I need to find one of these suppliers in my area. I'm still very new to Atlanta and trying to find my way around. Originally from Pennsylvania and could get about anything there, especially in the Amish community. Here, I'm still limited and looking for that special supplier. If you're looking for a fauce…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-14:2900167:Comment:193482010-02-14T17:45:06.984ZDAVID CZUPRYNhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/DAVIDCZUPRYN
If you're looking for a faucet,or potted plant......go to a home center. If you're looking for custom made plywood,go to a custom wood supplier,like a cabinet maker would do.
If you're looking for a faucet,or potted plant......go to a home center. If you're looking for custom made plywood,go to a custom wood supplier,like a cabinet maker would do. Hi Phillip,
I would of loved…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-02-14:2900167:Comment:193192010-02-14T06:43:28.374ZJohnhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/John922
Hi Phillip,<br />
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I would of loved to use 1/4", it would of been much easier and less expensive. But again today, I went to both Home Depot and Lowes with a piece of the rail to check the fit. I spoke to an experienced cabinet builder there and we both checked the fit against their plywood. There was way too much free play and the panel would of rattled in the groves. I don't know if that was a standard 1/4" or again the overseas metric version. I used the Freud 3 piece cabinet bits and they did a…
Hi Phillip,<br />
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I would of loved to use 1/4", it would of been much easier and less expensive. But again today, I went to both Home Depot and Lowes with a piece of the rail to check the fit. I spoke to an experienced cabinet builder there and we both checked the fit against their plywood. There was way too much free play and the panel would of rattled in the groves. I don't know if that was a standard 1/4" or again the overseas metric version. I used the Freud 3 piece cabinet bits and they did a great job. These were one piece bits that don't get adjusted, so the cuts were made correctly.<br />
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I might need to find a better supplier of material down here.<br />
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<cite>Phillip said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/do-you-use-spacer-or-not-on#2900167Comment19316"><div>I learned about the paint or stain first the hard way. I built a medicine cabinet and inserted the mirror in the cope and stick frame. What I did not realize is the mirror picks up the unfinished parts below the vision line, and it looks ugly! Amplified unfinished line around the mirror. Looks like I am a sloppy painter. Which is not true. I am an ignorant framed mirror painter. If it did not cost so much I would rebuild it.<br/> <br/>
John: why not use plywood? I would. If you can get some to fit the groove. If not ???<br/>
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Phillip</div>
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