rubus Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 Just curious if there is a general rule on when to use breadboard ends for large table tops. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwacker Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 When you want to cover the end grain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpt life Posted November 18, 2014 Report Share Posted November 18, 2014 When you want to. If you want to limit end grain this is a good option. If you don't want to you just use other devices like cleats underneath or aprons. This is really a design decision based on style and preference. If you do not want an apron or cleats, the breadboard is a good option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubus Posted November 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 So if the end grain is not a visual issue then the apron or trestle design would act to keep the panel flat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwacker Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 So if the end grain is not a visual issue then the apron or trestle design would act to keep the panel flat? You don't really need anything to keep it flat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Use them if you like how they look. Supposedly, they help keep the panel flat, but I have no experience that proves or disproves that thoery. Remember that they will not shrink / expand in the same direction as the panel boards, therefore are likely to end up proud or short of the edges, usually proud. Greene & Greene style uses that as a design feature, making the breadboard intentionally larger than the panel end, and rounding corners / edges to make it flow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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