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Routing MDF cabinet doors

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
Probably a stupid question but this is a budget project and don't want to waste money on bits and material if it won't get results I want .

I want a simple MDF slab door but want to route a simple 3/16 groove approx 2 1/2" in from the perimeter edge. I am unsure if using a simple straight bit will give me clean square corners or will I wind up with rounded corners?

Not sure if this will show up but this is what I am looking to do with the possibility of adding vertical grooves to create a bead board look within the new inner routed panel. Kind of a clean modern bead board inset design.

As always I appreciate the help.

Anybody in SOCAL make MDF doors to save me some time??? Barker is great but lead time is too long for this project.

THANKS!!
http://www.barkerdoor.com/Miami-MDF-Raised-Panel-Cabinet-Doors-s/64.htm
 
#5 ·
Thanks, thats what I thought but I thought maybe the straight bit vs a raised panel type would have had a different outcome.

For the cost I found a place that can knock them out in 3 days for not much more then they would cost me. I have no idea how thy do them so cheap.
 
#6 ·
They buy MDF in full bundles. Their saws and routers are computer controlled . You are paying retail for a probably lower grade of MDF. Most of the expense is in finishing that MDF door and sanding between coats to get a primo finish!
 
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