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  • All
  • Accessorial Changes
  • Budget Cabinet Doors
  • Cabinet Makers
  • Drawer Boxes
  • Homeowners
  • How-Tos
  • Kitchen Reface
  • Lead Times
  • Melamine
  • Pricing
  • Shipping
  • Standards
  • Warranty
  • Wood Grades
A stack of invoices, all marked as paid. Cutting Edge sends an invoice for accessorial charges within two weeks of you receiving your order. Accessorial ChangesCabinet Makers

Why Did Cutting Edge Invoice You For Accessorial Charges?

Accessorial charges added after delivery? Learn why Cutting Edge invoices these carrier fees separately and when you can dispute them.
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A manila envelope with a page titled Invoice partially removed. Cutting Edge sends invoices for accessorial charges after you receive your order. Cabinet MakersHomeownersPricingShipping

When Will Cutting Edge Doors Bill You For Accessorial Charges?

Cutting Edge bills you for accessorial charges after the carrier confirms the fees. You’ll get an invoice within two weeks of delivery.
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A kitchen with white and grey painted MDF cabinet doors. When choosing between MDF and solid wood, it's important to remember that MDF doors require a painted finish. HomeownersPricing

Are MDF Cabinet Doors Cheaper Than Solid Wood Cabinet Doors?

MDF cabinet doors cost less than solid wood, but how much can you save? Learn what affects the price and when MDF makes sense.
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A green label reading Eco Friendly stamped on what appears to be recycled paper or MDF. While MDF cabinet doors have some benefits, they aren't a perfectly eco friendly option. Homeowners

Are MDF Cabinet Doors Eco Friendly?

Are MDF cabinet doors eco-friendly? Learn their environmental benefits, drawbacks, and how MDF compares with other cabinet doors.
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A Cutting Edge employee sanding two MDF cabinet doors. MDF cabinet doors can emit formaldehyde, but all MDF products sold in Canada must meet regulations to ensure safety. Homeowners

Do MDF Cabinet Doors Produce Unsafe Formaldehyde Emissions?

Most MDF cabinet doors contain formaldehyde, but are their emissions dangerous? Learn Canada’s limits and what they mean for you.
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An overhead view of a variety of plans, a calculator, and a yellow construction hat. The plans have been stamped with red ink reading 'delayed'; there are ways to reduce the likelihood (and impact) of cabinet door order delays. Cabinet MakersHow-TosLead Times

How To Avoid Cabinet Door Order Delays During A Busy Season

Cabinet door order delays hurting your schedule? You can reduce the risk by asking for current lead times and allowing buffers when planning.
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A close-up image showing two hands resting on a keyboard in front of a laptop open to a calendar page. When developing project schedules, you need to accurately account for cabinet door lead times. Cabinet MakersHow-TosLead Times

How To Allow For Cabinet Door Lead Times In Project Scheduling

Cabinet door lead times can delay your project. How should you plan for them? Add production, transit, and replacement time before scheduling.
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how cutting edge helps you order cabinet doors during busy months Cabinet MakersLead Times

How Cutting Edge Helps You Order Cabinet Doors In Busy Months

Need to order cabinet doors during busy season? Learn how Cutting Edge helps you track, manage, and submit orders online.
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A new kitchen being installed, with what appears to be wood cabinet boxes. However, even what appears to be wood could be MDF cabinets, as MDF is often covered with wood veneer, paint, or thermofoil. HomeownersKitchen Reface

Can You Put Wood Cabinet Doors On MDF Cabinets?

Do MDF cabinets work with wood cabinet doors? Yes, if the boxes are sound and you can match or cover the visible surfaces.
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