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Custom Cabinets

The handsome cabinets you see here ring the bell in several categories, but mostly storage needs — which is always a plus in any setting. But what if your “setting” is smaller, or configured differently? Not to worry, these cabinets sport a modular design that allows you to mix and match the parts according to the dictates of your space.

PAINT THAT POPS. Being made mostly of painted plywood allows the natural-look accent of the maple top and shelves to add visual vibrancy. The added plus of painting is that you can make the cabinets blend into any room environment by altering the color scheme.

From the woodworking side of the story there’s plenty to chew on — granted, there’s a lot of time at the table saw cutting sheet stock to size. But making the elegantly simple crown molding was surprisingly satisfying. As for the hardware, euro hinges and full-extension drawer slides lend easy access to the storage space provided.

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