How to Apply Edge Banding to Cabinet Doors [Video]353

Are you looking for a way to add a professional finish to your cabinet doors? Edge banding is a great way to cover up the raw edges of your plywood or MDF doors, and it can also help to protect them from moisture and wear.

In this article, we'll show you how to apply edge banding to your cabinet doors using a simple hand-held router. We'll also provide a video tutorial that you can follow along with.

Materials You'll Need* Edge banding material
* Hand-held router
* Router bit (1/4-inch straight bit)
* Edge banding trimmer
* Sandpaper
* Wood glue
* Clamps
* Measuring tape
* Pencil

Step-by-Step Instructions1. Measure and cut the edge banding material. Measure the length of each edge of the cabinet door that you want to cover, and then cut the edge banding material to the appropriate length.
2. Apply wood glue to the edge of the cabinet door. Apply a thin layer of wood glue to the edge of the cabinet door, making sure to cover the entire surface area.
3. Align the edge banding material with the edge of the cabinet door. Place the edge banding material on the edge of the cabinet door, aligning it with the edge of the door.
4. Use a hand-held router to trim the edge banding material. Use a hand-held router to trim the edge banding material flush with the surface of the cabinet door. Be sure to use a sharp router bit and to move the router slowly and carefully.
5. Sand the edges of the edge banding material. Sand the edges of the edge banding material to smooth them out and to remove any excess glue.
6. Enjoy your newly finished cabinet doors! Your cabinet doors are now finished and look great!

Video TutorialWatch this video tutorial to see how to apply edge banding to cabinet doors:
[Video tutorial]

Tips* For best results, use a sharp router bit and to move the router slowly and carefully.
* If you're not sure how to use a hand-held router, ask a friend or family member for help.
* Be sure to wear safety glasses when using a hand-held router.
* If you're having trouble getting the edge banding material to stick to the cabinet door, try using a heat gun to warm up the glue.

ConclusionEdge banding is a great way to add a professional finish to your cabinet doors. It's a relatively easy process, and it can really make a big difference in the overall look of your cabinets.

2024-12-19

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