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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, 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
About the author:
Udo Schmidt apprenticed with a master cabinetmaker in Germany before moving to the United States over 20 years ago. Today he combines Old World craftmanship with time-saving tools and techniques. He lives and works in North Carolina.
Softcover, 9-1/4 x 10-7/8 in., 176 pages, with color photos and drawings
Published 2003, ISBN 1-56158-470-3, # 070614
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Building Kitchen Cabinets, Book
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Average Rating:
3.6
(6 customer reviews)
$19.95
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1) Submitted by
Mike, from Canton, OHIO
on 1/7/2009
Customer Rating: 
I was quite impressed with the amount of information in this book. I did notice a photo caption that was incorrect at the start of the book (wrong photo with caption)and that made me more attentive. The book did put me at ease because I was not told to go out and purchase expensive tools that were not already in my small shop, but it did help me to locate some things I was trying to find. I saved at least $1000 by not purchasing pre-made genuine imitation wood cabinets, and even more because my kitchen can't accept "standard" sized ones. Great book to keep handy for almost any project!
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2) Submitted by
R. Evans, from St. Louis, MO
on 5/8/2008
Customer Rating: 
More than I expected. Lots of great tips & techniques for a variety of cabinet styles and construction processes. Lots of wonderful ideas for truly custom cabinets.
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3) Submitted by
Matt Middick, from Duncan, OK
on 3/9/2008
Customer Rating:
The book is packed with valuable information, techniques, and tips. The illistrations are very detailed and helpful. The book is well edited and easy to find exactly what you are looking for. I found that the author offers different techniques for each application and goes into details about the different techniques in constructing cabninets and doors. The author gives tips, advise, and methods on speciality cabinets and hardware as well, giving you the home builder some very good and creative ideas for not only your kitchen but anywhere cabinet storage is needed. In my opion this is a valuable addition to anyone's library, from the novice to the skilled master.
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4) Submitted by
Gerald Poindexter, from North Baldwin, NY
on 9/13/2008
Customer Rating: 
Sorry I was not impressed by the material in this text. After years of watching my dad design and build kitchen cabinets I felt like there were a lot of key missing instructions. Very basic and not for the novice builder who wants to give it a shot. I will however try to find 1 or 2 tips I can hopefully use but overall I might have to get it done without the book.
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5) Submitted by
Al Killian from NY
on 12/25/2008
Customer Rating:
Lots of helpfull tips and idea's, however this book could use more photos and/or diagrams. This book, unlike its title is bunch of tips and ideas. It is not a "Guide" showing how to build cabinets. I will be picking up a different book to see if I can get some more info before I tackle my cabinets.
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6) Submitted by
Paul Hvidston, from Upland, CA
on 4/21/2007
Excellent Book!
Perfect for the home or one-man shop. It's my bible for our whole-house cabinetry job. The author details modern methods for face-frame cabinets and frame-and-panel doors. Packed with real-world info for dimensions and techniques. To use Udo's methods to the fullest, you'll need capabilities for pocket screws, biscuit joining, cope/stick and panel routing and dovetailing. He does show alternatives if you lack any of these.
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