Christmas Shutdown: Does Cutting Edge Doors Close For the Holidays?

Learn about Cutting Edge Doors’ Christmas shutdown schedule and how to avoid project delays by ordering cabinet doors early.

A white painted kitchen with Christmas decorations. Cutting Edge Doors & Woodworking shuts down over the holiday season so order your custom cabinet doors early.

The Christmas season is one of the busiest times of the year for cabinet makers, contractors, and cabinet door suppliers alike. At this time, you’re likely pushing to wrap up all your jobs, meeting deadlines, and ensuring everything is completed before the holidays. However, just as you want to take time off, so do many suppliers, which can sometimes interfere with getting the products you need.

At Cutting Edge, we know the importance of meeting these timelines and getting everything in place before Christmas. After over 20 years of producing quality cabinet doors and helping hundreds of people like you complete their projects before the holidays, we want to help you navigate our holiday shutdown to plan and avoid any project delays.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this article:

Let’s dive into everything you need to know about our Christmas shutdown so you can plan your orders effectively, minimize stress, and keep your customers happy.

Cutting Edge Doors’ Christmas Shutdown: Dates and Details

The Cutting Edge production team’s last day before the Christmas holiday is December 19. Any orders not completed by this date will ship after the New Year. However, the orders desk will remain open on December 20 to help finalize projects and ensure that all completed orders are shipped out before the holidays. Here’s a closer look at how our timeline unfolds:

  • December 19 – Final production day
  • December 20 – Orders desk remains open (but no production)
  • December 21 – January 1 – Full shutdown

By closing production just before Christmas, we ensure that our team members get the rest they need while enabling you to receive as many orders as possible before the holiday. Understanding this schedule is crucial for contractors who need timely deliveries, especially during this period.

Order Your Cabinet Doors Early to Avoid Holiday Delays

Timing is everything when it comes to cabinet door orders, especially before a holiday shutdown. Standard cabinet door orders at Cutting Edge generally take between 2-3 weeks to complete, but this timeframe can vary depending on the volume and the customizations you choose.

Our team recommends you place your orders by early December at the latest to avoid delays or unexpected rush fees. Here’s a general guideline for when to order:

  1. Standard Orders – Place orders by the first week of December.
  2. Custom Cabinet Doors – Order custom cabinet doors by mid to late November to accommodate any unique specifications.
  3. Rush Orders – Available but come with additional costs and no guarantee of availability close to the shutdown.

Because the Christmas season is our busiest, we strongly advise against relying on last-minute orders as space in our production schedule fills up quickly.

A kitchen with white cabinet doors, wood countertops, and a Christmas tree on the counter. Cutting Edge Doors recommends you order as early as possible to avoid delays and extra expenses.

Need a Rush Order? How They Work (and Why You Shouldn’t Rely On Them)

Sometimes you need orders quickly to meet your deadlines. We offer rush orders to help in these situations; however, it’s important to note that rush orders during December are often limited. 

Rush orders come at an additional cost of 10% of the subtotal or $25, whichever is greater. While we aim to complete rush orders when possible, we cannot always accommodate every request in December. Rush orders close to the shutdown may be delayed until the New Year, depending on the order’s specifics.

You should place rush orders as early as possible if you need a quick turnaround. Last-minute rush requests are unreliable due to the volume of orders we receive during this period.

A living room with white painted cabinet doors, a Christmas tree, and Christmas decorations. While Cutting Edge Doors offers rush orders, you should still order as early as possible to avoid delays.

What Is Cutting Edge Doors’ Ordering Cutoff?

Unlike some suppliers, Cutting Edge Doors doesn’t have a hard ordering cutoff for December. While our last production day is December 19, you can place orders throughout December, and our team will do its best to get them shipped before the shutdown.

Keep in mind:

  • Orders placed on or after December 19 will not enter production until January.
  • Early December orders are more likely to be completed on time without rush fees.

Now, you can’t always avoid last-minute orders. We understand that things come up, pieces get missed or damaged, and you have a customer pushing you to complete their project. That’s why we strive to meet every deadline we can. However, orders placed close to the 19th may not ship until 6-8 weeks into the New Year, depending on your order specifications.

A December calendar page with gold ornaments and a pine cone in the bottom right-hand side. December 19 is circled in red; Cutting Edge Doors last production day is December 19.

When Does Cutting Edge Doors Reopen After the Christmas Shutdown?

Following the Christmas and New Year’s break, Cutting Edge resumes production in early January:

  • January 2 – Partial production day to fill the line with orders.
  • January 3 – Full production resumes, with all Cutting Edge team members back on deck.

After January 3, production capacity ramps up gradually, reaching full speed by the second week of January. Standard lead times are back in effect by mid-January, so if you’re placing orders during this period, expect our usual processing times.

Wood blocks reading 02 January with a snowman to the right. Cutting Edge Doors resumes production on January second, 2025.

Planning Your Orders for a Smooth Holiday Season

The holiday period is a time to relax and recharge. However, it’s crucial to manage deadlines, clients, and projects leading up to the holidays. At Cutting Edge, we commit to transparency in our holiday scheduling so you can better plan and keep your projects on track.

Here’s a quick recap to make your planning easy:

  • Order by early December at the latest to ensure timely delivery.
  • Don’t rely on rush orders – While they’re available, they may be limited during the holiday rush – and they’re more expensive
  • Key dates – December 19 (last production day), December 20 (last office day), and January 3 (first full production day).

By planning early and ordering strategically, you can reduce stress, avoid rush fees, and complete projects on time, ensuring a successful end to the year.

Secure Your Orders with Cutting Edge Doors Now To Reduce Stress

After another busy year, you deserve a holiday season without last-minute delays and project setbacks. Cutting Edge is here to help you get the job done with clear holiday scheduling, rush order options, and a commitment to delivering quality cabinet doors on time. Now that you’re informed about our Christmas shutdown, it’s time to take action. Learn how to order your cabinet doors online today to secure a spot in production and start the New Year on the right foot with projects ready to go.

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