How Moisture and Time Affect Woodwork
Monday, February 12th, 2007I have a sixty-something cabinetmaker friend across town who has taught me quite a bit about wood. A few years ago he said “I'm not making any more white cabinets!”
In spite of his very best efforts, the wood joints would begin to show after as little as six months: just a hairline crack at the joint. But apparently, for some customers, that was a cause for wailing and gnashing of teeth.
Well, he hasn't stopped making white cabinets, because people love white. But, (more…)