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Our face frames are 1¾” wide, 17% more than many in the
industry which are 1½”. Wider face frames keep the joints
from separating, help ensure cabinet squareness and add
strength.
Wellborn face frames are hand sanded on the inside edges
and fronts to provide a smooth, all around surface and to
protect your hands and arms from scratches when taking
items in and out of your cabinetry.
17% More Face Frames
Wellborn uses blind mortise and tenon joints in our face
frame assembly, an age-old wood joinery method that has
long been recognized as a sign of high quality. This creates a
stronger joint and prevents splitting of the stiles.
Blind Mortise and Tenon Joints
For years, hanging rails have been built into cabinetry
to provide a strong foundation for installation. Many
manufacturers have modified this feature for cost
savings, but Wellborn still includes hanging rails with
these construction features in all wall and base frame
cabinets.
This captive form of construction has been proven
to be the most effective way to prevent installation
problems. Hanging rails prevent the back of the
cabinet from pulling away and causing light cracks
after installation. This superior method of construction
is proven to withstand 3–4 times the weight of
industry required standards.
Hanging Rails in Wall and Base Cabinets
The mortise and tenon joints on
the face frame are glued and
locked into place by hand, and
are carefully inspected by trained
eyes for quality.
The face frames are then machine
squared and stapled into place,
ensuring cabinet squareness and
adding extra strength.
Qual i ty Face Frame
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Rabbeted to receive the backs and tenoned to match the cabinet ends
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Grooved to receive the cabinet top and bottom for alignment and
strength
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¾” WellShield wrapped furniture board in The Premier Series
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¾” Thick WellShield wrapped plywood in the All Plywood Construction
Option