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BUILDING CUSTOM CABINETS FOR YOUR HOME
Instructor - Bill Gemulla
Class Assistants - Pat Shuff & Allie Menard
Prerequisites:
Core Tool Certification Sufficient experience to confidently work with powered hand tools and machine tools
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced. Intermediate woodworkers have some woodworking experience on most machines
Description: This two day class is an introduction to residential cabinetmaking. We’ll review the basics of layout, design, materials, hardware options, construction, installation and the tool kit. Our emphasis will be demonstrations and the hands-on building of a simple cabinet. Each student will build and take home a paint-grade utility cabinet that includes a door, a drawer and an adjustable shelf. The cabinet will be approximately 24" wide, 36" tall and 24" deep.
Class Goal: Learn the basics of residential cabinet making.
Tools Used: Table saw, nail guns, staple guns, plate joiner (biscuit cutter), drill and driver, planer (optional), router (optional; certification not required).
Materials:
Guild provided: Guild will provide lumber, plywood, hardware (drawer slides, hinges, screws) and project supplies. Student Provided: PPE Recommended Tools: You'll get more out of the class if you bring your own tools, and our class will progress more smoothly. The Guild will supply tools that you don't bring though our inventory is limited. Instructor will provide a detailed list of tools you should bring if you have them.
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