GregAsz Posted June 13, 2021 Report Share Posted June 13, 2021 I have my cabinet doors done and ready to paint but I've noticed that the floating panels have some movement that may show unpainted sections if they shift. Any recommendations for fixing a panel in place after its been assembled? Simple shaker rail and stile and for most of the doors the fit is tight enough that they don't move but there are a couple that can slide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chestnut Posted June 13, 2021 Report Share Posted June 13, 2021 First you don't want to secure all sides of the panel or it'll break the door or split the panel. Solid wood needs to move. Secondly you may need to touch up the panels during drier times as wood shrinks when it dries. I'd secure the center of the panel on the inside of the door with some super glue If you have spray activator it'll make quick work of securing the panels. A little dab in the center top and bottom and it should stop the panel from sliding back and forth. The only modification to this is if the grain is running parallel to the floor and not up and down. If the grain is running parallel you would secure the sides. Post some pictures of your cabinets if you are unsure. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mick S Posted June 13, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 13, 2021 You can also insert a pin nail from the back into the center of the top and bottom rails (where Drew indicated) after centering the panel in the frame. This locks the panel in place and still allows for wood movement. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregAsz Posted June 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2021 Great suggestions guys, thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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