Purchasing

If you're ordering and assembling something from Ikea, here's how to do it with as few snags as possible by Scott Gibson

Door-catch mechanism choice comes down to aesthetics, function, and cost by William Duckworth

Now available in a variety of colors and textures, this durable array of products won't rot, splinter, or crack. What's not to like? by Chris Green

Tools for making quick, strong joints in everything from cabinets to window casings by Mark Edmundson

Especially with interior locksets, the feel, the finish, and the parts you can't see make the difference by Scott Gibson

By using both manufactured and shop-built parts, these versatile cabinets can be made quickly and efficiently by David Getts