I’m planning do build a set of cabinets with face frames. I’m planning on building the carcs as modules but I’d like to build the face frames as illustrated below so that the rail spans all of the carcs unbroken. I plan to first install the carcs and then the face frames.
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My questions are these:
· Do you usually build the face frame first (i.e. join the styles and rails) and then join the build frames to the carcs or join them rail-by-rail, style-by-style to the carcs?
· What is the best way to join face frames to the carcs after the carcs (I know pocket hole screws are usually used but this doesn’t seem possible post-carc face frame install)
· Any advice or gotcha using this style of build would be appreciated
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Thanks, M
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Sorry, forgot attachment:
glue and pin nail or glue and biscuits
Your approach is fine.
I would use biscuits and clamps wherever you can. Match this with some pins where you can't clamp.
Could you bring all three carcs into the room and then add the frames before you do the final install? This way you could use clamps all the way around.
If you don't mind spending some money, you could also get the kreg fastening system. You could do it all without making a mark on the front of the face frames.
http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=46270&cat=1,180,42311,46275
Joe
I agree with the others. Glue, clamps and pins.
What I would add though is a spreader across the top front of your carcasses to stiffen it and give a place to fasten not only the face frame to but also the counter.
Could be you are planning on that I just don't see it in you drawing.
Best to build the frame before installing it. Stick building it would be more difficult to get the joints tight. Also, if you're not real careful you could end up with something out of square. It's a lot easier to manage on a flat surface, like plywood on horses. Also, build any edges that meet a wall slightly wide so you can scribe for a perfect fit. Much nicer thatn fittin a filler strip afterward.
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