Building Kitchen Cabinets: Taunton's Blp: Expert Advice from Start to Finish - Udo Schmidt

Professional cabinetmaker Udo Schmidt covers the entire process of making a set of kitchen cabinets, from preparing materials and selecting the right tools to finishing and installing hardware. 350 photos & illustrations. When you build your own cabinets you're not just saving money. You also can improve upon the materials and construction used in factory-made cabinets, and get exactly the sizes you want. And with the techniques that Udo Schimdt demonstrates and explains in Building Kitchen Cabinets , you can incorporate custom details in your cabinets to make them even more distinctive. Arched doors, custom cornice treatments, oversize pantry cabinets, and solid wood end panels are just a few of the options to consider. If you're comfortable using a router, tablesaw, and drill, this book will show you how to build beautiful cabinets in your own workshop. What's inside: Designing custom cabinetry to suit your space and budget Building drawers and doors in a variety of different styles Installing Euro-style concealed hinges and drawer slides Improving storage and convenience with special hardware and accessories Selecting and installing a wide range of countertops