MDF vs plywood vs solid wood cabinet doors
MDF, plywood and solid wood behave differently in a cabinet door. How each core handles moisture, hinges and paint, and which rooms suit each.
Field notes
The archive, page 2
Every guide we have published, newest first.
Hardware placement rules that look right
Knob or pull, and where exactly to put it. The placement rules that make a cabinet run look intentional, plus the mistakes that show up after drilling.
Refacing vs replacing cabinets: a decision checklist
A calm, ordered checklist for deciding whether to reface or replace your kitchen cabinets, with five physical checks and a clear decision table.
Shaker vs slab cabinet doors: which ages better
A ten-year look at shaker and slab cabinet doors: how each handles dents, grease, steam and repainting, and which rooms suit each one the best.