The Cutting Edge Learning Centre

Free articles and resources to help you discover and understand the products you can order, from cabinet doors to drawer boxes and more.

  • All
  • Cabinet Makers
  • Drawer Boxes
  • Homeowners
  • Lead Times
  • NEXGEN
  • Pricing
  • Shipping
  • Warranty
  • Wood Grades
All
  • All
  • Cabinet Makers
  • Drawer Boxes
  • Homeowners
  • Lead Times
  • NEXGEN
  • Pricing
  • Shipping
  • Warranty
  • Wood Grades
An image of a cabinet door supplier attaching a handle to a cabinet door. Cabinet door suppliers in Edmonton may cause problems - but vetting them can help you avoid issues. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

Problems With Cabinet Door Suppliers In Edmonton

23 June 2025
Facing delays or poor quality from cabinet door suppliers in Edmonton? Learn how to spot problems and choose a supplier you can trust.
Read More →
A close-up image of a contractor screwing a hole into a drawer front. Cabinet door suppliers in Calgary can cause common problems, which you can avoid by vetting your suppliers. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

Problems With Cabinet Door Suppliers In Calgary

20 June 2025
Facing delays or poor quality from cabinet door suppliers in Calgary? Learn how to spot problems and choose a supplier you can trust.
Read More →
A skid of cabinet doors bundled together and ready to ship. There are multiple parts of a cabinet door, all of which serve a purpose. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

What Are The Parts Of A Cabinet Door?

18 June 2025
New to cabinet doors? This guide explains stiles, rails, panels, profiles, and styles so you can speak the language and avoid mistakes.
Read More →
A stack of drawer boxes in various wood species. The best wood for drawer boxes is generally Hard Maple, although it can depend on your project and requirements. Cabinet MakersDrawer BoxesHomeowners

What Is The Best Wood For Drawer Boxes?

16 June 2025
Discover the best wood for drawer boxes. Compare Maple, Birch, plywood & more to find the right fit for your project.
Read More →
A kitchen with Flat Cut White Oak cabinet doors. Flat Cut White Oak has distinct cathedral grain patterns, similar to Red Oak, but more neutral undertones. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

What Is Flat Cut White Oak?

13 June 2025
Learn what Flat Cut White Oak is, its pros and cons, and how it compares to other popular wood types for cabinetry.
Read More →
A vanity with Flat cut White Oak cabinet doors and black hardware. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

Pros And Cons Of Flat Cut White Oak

11 June 2025
Is Flat Cut White Oak right for your cabinets? Discover when it’s worth the upgrade and alternatives to use when it’s not.
Read More →
A view of the end of a lift of lumber. Some cabinet door suppliers will use customer-supplied lumber to produce cabinet doors, but the lumber must meet requirements. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

Can Cabinet Door Suppliers Use Your Lumber For Cabinet Doors?

9 June 2025
Can you use your own lumber for cabinet doors? Learn what qualifications it must meet and when it's better to use supplier-sourced wood.
Read More →
A close-up image of a clear lacquered Quarter Sawn White Oak cabinet door, featuring its characteristic medullary rays or flecking. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

What Is Quarter Sawn White Oak?

6 June 2025
Learn what Quarter Sawn White Oak is, its pros and cons, and how it compares to other popular wood types for cabinetry.
Read More →
Filing cabinets with white oak cabinet doors. Quarter Sawn White Oak is a unique and distinctive type of White Oak. Cabinet MakersHomeowners

Pros And Cons Of Quarter Sawn White Oak

4 June 2025
Is Quarter Sawn White Oak right for your cabinets? Discover when it’s worth the upgrade and alternatives to use when it’s not.
Read More →