This technique is also known as a recessed or inset panel design and the added depth created by installing a perimeter of molding around doors and side jambs can make your cabinets look more.
Putting molding on kitchen cabinet doors.
There are lots of choices.
You can attach it to the edges around the perimeter or flat on the face of the door.
Cut strips of straight 3 4 in x 1 1 2 in wood to fit the front and sides of each cabinet.
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Another style that s popular is raised panel cabinet doors which have a raised center panel surrounded by a contour.
Adding trim to cabinet doors.
Once you ve decided on how you will update your kitchen cabinet doors you will need to decide on the style.
Provide a nailing surface for crown moulding by attaching solid wood mounting strips to the top edges of the cabinets.
Use one long strip for a row of cabinets the same depth then apply wood glue to each strip nail it in place and let dry.