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Measure across the diagonals to check the doors for square. If the measurements are equal then the doors are square. If the measurements aren’t equal then clamp across the longer diagonal to square the door. indd 57 4/2/11 8:51:54 AM 4/2/11 9:02:54 AM (Text) (RAY) JOB:03-24577 Title:CPI-CG to Built-Ins 2nd Edn #175 Dtp:204 Page:57 ■ Glass Panel Doors glass panel doors are a great way to equip a cabinet to highlight a favorite collection. It’s not much more difficult to install glass panels than it is to install solid insert panels made from plywood or another wood product.

If your room height differs slightly, adjusting the sole plates or top plates lets you adapt a project without major design changes. Measure your materials . Actual thickness for plywood can vary from the listed nominal size; ¾" plywood, for example, is usually 23⁄32". Nominal size Actual size 1×2 ¾" × 1½" 1×3 ¾" × 2½" 1×4 ¾" × 3½" 1×6 ¾" × 5½" 1×8 ¾" × 7¼" 2×4 1½" × 3½" 2×6 1½" × 5½" 2×8 1½" × 7¼" 2 × 10 1½" × 9¼" Use actual measurements, not nominal measurements, of dimension lumber when planning a built-in.

Add a set of clamps to the table and you have a convenient space for finetuning the fit of each piece. Organize your tools and avoid wearing a bulky work belt by setting up a dedicated tool table where all of your project tools and materials can be staged. In some built-in or shelving projects, the most efficient way to accomplish the work is to convert the installation room into a temporary workshop. indd 34 4/12/11 8:03:27 PM 4/2/11 9:02:52 AM (Text) (RAY) JOB:03-24577 Title:CPI-CG to Built-Ins 2nd Edn 04-C61998 #175 Dtp:204 Page:34 Project Safety P ersonal safety should be a priority when working on any project.