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Door Overlay
Post by Poppy on Nov 3rd, 2009, 5:54pm
I'm a newbie so here is my question.
What is a door overlay?
Re: Door Overlay
Post by abu on Nov 3rd, 2009, 9:48pm
A door overlay is how much a door extends past the cabinet opening unless the doors are inset (fit inside the cabinet opening)which then have no overlay .
An overlay can range anywhere from 1/2" to 1 1/4" (largest I've ever used) in 1/4" increments.
Door hinges are available for different standard overlays depending on the look you're after once the doors are mounted.
Re: Door Overlay
Post by Poppy on Nov 4th, 2009, 01:30am
Thanks so much. I am new at this. I lost my job after 16 yrs. lost my life savings "AIG" My dad which is 85 gave me all of his wood working equipment. I am 55 and starting a new. I am so thankful for this forum and to Rob. I am thankful for people like you who are willing to share their expertise.
Poppy
Re: Door Overlay
Post by Jeff on Nov 4th, 2009, 04:05am
spend some time over at woodweb.com
There is an unbelievable wealth of knowledge there.
Re: Door Overlay
Post by edsaws on Nov 4th, 2009, 11:31am
Hey Poppy I know the feeling on the job front. Lost mine of 30 yrs so now I get to do what I really love working with wood.