Tenon Door and Drawer Front Construction
These tenon-style cabinet doors and drawer fronts are constructed without the use of metal pins. Solid wood center panels are installed with rubber spacers, allowing for natural expansion and contraction due to changes in temperature or humidity. Plywood panels, which are structurally stable, are glued on all four sides to prevent any future vibration.
Standard Thickness
All tenon doors and drawer fronts are constructed to a consistent thickness of 0.8” (20mm).
Grain Direction
Cabinet doors: Vertical grain is the default.
Grain direction does not apply to Paint Grade Maple with HDF center panels.
Center Rails and Stiles – Defaults
- Doors over 48” height include a horizontal center rail
- Doors over 24” width include a vertical center stile
- Doors over 48” width include two vertical center stiles
- Drawer fronts under 48” width do not include a center stile
- Drawer fronts over 48” width include a vertical center stile
All center components are placed symmetrically. Use the Custom Notes field to request changes.
Note: Items larger than 24″W or 48″H without midrails/stiles are not covered under warranty.
Tolerances & Warpage
Size tolerance: ±1mm
Warping allowances:
- Up to 24” × 48”: 1/8” warp
- 24” × 48” to 24” × 72”: 1/4” warp
- Over 24” wide or 72” tall: No warpage warranty
Inset Applications
For inset installs, order slightly oversized for final trimming. Due to wood movement and machining tolerance, exact inset fit is not guaranteed out of the box.
Quality Standards
- Clamp assembly for squareness
- Thickness sanded (100, 150, 180 grit)
- Orbital - hand sanding
- Profile and edge sanding
- Individually inspected for scratch-free finish
Shaker cabinet doors are a timeless choice, inspired by the simple, functional designs of traditional craftsmanship. With their clean lines and solid wood construction, they fit seamlessly into a wide range of interior styles — from traditional to contemporary.
Each door features a durable ¼” center wood panel, recessed ¼” into the frame to create a soft shadow line. The frame is constructed using traditional mortise and tenon joinery for long-lasting strength and structural integrity.
Available wood species:
- Maple
- White Maple
- Red Oak
- Quarter-Sawn Red Oak
- Rift-Sawn White Oak
- Cherry
- Walnut
- Clear Alder
- Rustic Alder
- Hickory
Frame widths range from 2 ¼” to 3”, and optional hinge boring is available in multiple formats. You can also choose from a variety of finishing options — including clear satin topcoat or white primer.
Note: Check if your previous order used a ¼” or ⅜” panel inset. The new standard is ¼”.
FAQs:
Are Shaker-style doors outdated?
No. Their clean, minimal design continues to be a versatile and enduring option that fits both modern and farmhouse interiors.
What’s the difference between a Shaker and a slab door?
Shaker doors have a recessed center panel with a frame. Slab doors are flat and frameless. The difference is largely aesthetic — Shaker doors offer a more dimensional, traditional appearance.
Are Shaker doors expensive?
Solid wood Shaker doors are an investment in quality and longevity, but more affordable options like veneered or maple versions are available for cost-conscious projects.