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Notes for the Shop Floor

Practical stuff on waste, accuracy, and hardware — no fluff.

August 1, 2026 · 6 min read

Cabinet Hardware Checklist: Hinges, Slides, and Screws You Actually Need

The board is only half the material list. Here's a practical rundown of the hardware that goes with each cabinet type.

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July 27, 2026 · 4 min read

The Real Cost of a Wrong Measurement

One transposed digit on a cutting list doesn't just cost a sheet of board — it costs the job you were supposed to be doing next.

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July 20, 2026 · 5 min read

5 Ways to Cut Board Waste on Every Job

Offcuts add up fast. Here's where most of that waste actually comes from, and the fixes that pay for themselves in a sheet or two.

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