1. Chapter 24 Millwork and Cabinet Technology, Cabinet Elevations, and Layout

2. 2 Links for Chapter 24 Types of Millwork Types of Cabinets Universal Cabinets Cabinet Elevations

3. 3 Types of Millwork Millwork is any item that is considered finish trim or finish woodwork It is designed for appearance or for function Much skill is required when cutting millwork for a particular design

4. 4 Types of Millwork Baseboard is placed at the intersection of the floor and the wall to protect the wall

5. 5 Types of Millwork Wainscot is a material that separates the lower and upper portion of the wall

6. 6 Types of Millwork Chair rail is used to protect a wall and placed horizontally at the top of a chair back

7. 7 Types of Millwork Cornice is place at the inside corner of wall and ceiling as a decorative trim

8. 8 Types of Millwork Casings are used to trim around a door or window to cover jamb space

9. 9 Types of Millwork Mantels are decorative shelves built above a fireplace opening Bookshelves range from simple metal brackets to elaborate wooden shelving

10. 10 Types of Millwork Railings are used for safety on stairs, balconies, and other places people could fall –24” above a stair rise –4” minimum space between balusters –Newels support the rail at the end of the stairway

11. 11 Types of Millwork

12. 12 Types of Cabinets Should both function and have a decorative appearance Reflect the individual style of the homeowner Generally modular or custom cabinets are available

13. 13 Types of Cabinets Modular cabinets are prefabricated at the factory –Fillers are added if spacing is not exact –Considerably cheaper then custom cabinets Custom cabinets are made to suite a particular room and are “made to order”

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16. 16 Universal Cabinet Design Kitchens –Cabinets should be 27” tall to accommodate a wheelchair –At least 48” of clear space is needed in front of cabinets –Additional storage is recommended –Keep eating area near kitchen for convenience

17. 17 Universal Cabinet Design Bathrooms –Vanity height between 28” and 32” –Grab bars needed in shower and beside the water closet –Consider benches for easy transition to and from a wheelchair

18. 18 Cabinet Elevations Shows how the exterior of the cabinets will look when completed

19. 19 Cabinet Elevations Copy floor plan and tape above area where elevations are to be drawn Transfer length dimensions Establish room height Lightly draw cabinetry line of sight on floor plan

20. 20 Cabinet Elevations Draw doors, drawers, and appliances lightly Darken all cabinet lines Add dimensions and notes

21. 21 Cabinet Elevations