I personally do not enjoy finishing cabinets. I like constructing them. Not finishing them. Sanding is high on the list of things that I do not enjoy. When I first started I sanded like crazy until I learned a few tricks to minimize the amount of sanding that is required in a woodworking project. I typically make all by table saw cuts about 1/16″ too big, and then re-cut. Removing only 1/16″ of material on the final cut minimizes the saw marks in the cut. I also try and utilize a planer or table router for final cuts since the rotating knife or bit leaves better marks than a saw blade. I also sand the pieces BEFORE assembly so that you aren’t left with an area that needs to be sanded where an orbital sander can’t get to.
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