If you want your home projects to look professional, it usually comes down to the details. My favourite way to get a quick win on a custom piece is adding a shadow line (also known as a reveal). It doesn't take a lot of extra time and always makes the piece look more professional. A reveal is a small, intentional gap between two connecting components or assemblies. Reveals catch light and create a dark shadow that highlights the profile of your design. Beyond looking great and being a mark of...

Furniture design is tough. Every time you open Instagram for design inspiration, you’re flooded with thousands of incredible builds. There are so many examples online that it’s easy to get paralyzed before you even start sketching. Trying to design a whole piece from scratch can feel overwhelming. When you want a build to look professional, it’s tempting to add a ton of details in to a single piece of furniture. In reality, shoving too many ideas into one piece just makes it look messy and...

When using BLUM or Richelieu undermount slides, your drawer box construction must be precise. Unlike side-mount slides, undermounts require specific clearances to and exact dimensions ensure that smooth, "soft-close" motion. This guide provides the exact specifications and drawer box diagrams to help you build perfect drawer boxes. Thickness: Calculating undermount slide drawer box dimensions correctly. To ensure compatibility with most undermount slides and the locking devices, your material...