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A kitchen with green painted cabinet doors and a Hickory face grain butcher block. Face grain butcher block countertops make a visual statement. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

Edge Grain Vs Face Grain For Butcher Block Countertops

5 January 2026
Learn the difference between edge grain and face grain butcher block countertops, and how to choose the right one for your project.
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A kitchen with a combination of white and grey painted MDF doors. MDF cabinet doors are a popular option, and there are many types available. Cabinet Makers

Types Of MDF For MDF Doors

2 January 2026
Learn the 5 types of MDF for cabinet doors and how to choose the right one for your project, from raw back to fire-rated options.
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Two MDF cabinet doors; one painted blue, and one painted white. There are two popular types of MDF - raw and melamine-backed. Cabinet Makers

Raw Back Vs Melamine Back MDF For MDF Doors

31 December 2025
Raw vs melamine back MDF: Learn which MDF door material is best for your project based on cost, finish, and durability.
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A kitchen with a combination of painted and stained 5 piece cabinet doors with cope and stick joints and raised panels. There are four main types of 5 piece doors. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

What Are 5 Piece Cabinet Doors In Cabinetry?

29 December 2025
What are 5 piece cabinet doors? Learn the difference between various 5 piece doors and how to identify them with confidence.
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A close-up image of a person attaching a hinge to a cabinet box. Choosing the right hinge location is vital - and tricky. Cabinet MakersHomeownersHow-Tos

How to Choose the Right Hinges For Your Cabinet Doors

26 December 2025
Learn how to choose the right hinges based on the cabinet type to ensure your cabinet doors fit, function, and last for years.
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A close-up image of a cabinet maker attaching a hinge to a cabinet door. The hinge location for cabinet doors requires careful calculations to avoid interfering with cabinet features like fixed shelves. Cabinet MakersHomeownersHow-Tos

How To Choose The Hinge Location For Your Cabinet Doors

24 December 2025
Ready to order pre-drilled cabinet doors for your kitchen project? Learn how to confirm the hinge location and offset for your supplier.
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A stack of three drawer boxes behind a circle sander and glove. Cutting Edge produces three types of drawers; box joint, dovetail, and stepped rabbet. Cabinet MakersDrawer BoxesHomeowners

What Types Of Drawer Boxes Does Cutting Edge Produce?

22 December 2025
Discover the three types of drawer boxes made by Cutting Edge - box joint, dovetail, and stepped rabbet - to help you choose the best ...
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A kitchen with medium brown slab cabinet doors. There are multiple types of melamine slabs, from woodgrain to high gloss. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

What Types Of Melamine Slab Cabinet Doors Are Available?

19 December 2025
What are the different types of melamine slab cabinet doors? Learn about finishes, textures, and options to match your project.
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A kitchen with a combination of painted and walnut 5-piece cabinet doors. Even if you don't produce 5-piece doors in house, you can order them from Cutting Edge. Cabinet Makers

Unable To Offer 5 Piece Cabinet Doors? Cutting Edge Can Help

17 December 2025
Need 5 piece cabinet doors but not a full-time supplier? Cutting Edge can help without minimums, contracts, or pressure.
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