A different type of T-molding

[Creamcracker]

just fitted this t-molding on the door -- its from the "arcade video game restoration industry"-- (yes there is such a thing) It gives a nice finish and was very easy to fit after routing out the 1/16th slot. I need to seal the edge of the door yet and then it'll be done.

Philip

[Mary K]

Oooo, thats nice. Might have to look into that!!

Thanks

[tinksdad]

How hard is it to cut a 1/16" groove all the way around the door? What actually holds it in place... just compression on the ridges on the flange?

[rainjer]

How hard is it to cut a 1/16" groove all the way around the door? What actually holds it in place... just compression on the ridges on the flange?

They make a router dit for cutting the groove. You can get the same stuff from a lot of flooring companies. It is sold as countertop edging. Yes, just compression fit.

Jeremy

[Creamcracker]

How hard is it to cut a 1/16" groove all the way around the door? What actually holds it in place... just compression on the ridges on the flange?

Yes a 1/16th router bit -- I bought it from the company that sold the t molding. I tested cuttinbg on some wood scraps -- it turned out easier than I had expected. The part that goes into the slot has barbs on it that hold it in tightly -- I guess that's compression fit.

[bdosborn]

Got a link to the moulding? Looks kind of interesting.
Bruce

[halfdome, Danny]

I wouldn't use it . "T" molding is used on cheap institutional cabinets. I have a roll of it in white from a job I did years ago and won't recommend it to anyone. With it affixed just at the 1/16" groove there is no way to protect the wood from moisture unless you goop up everything and that could be a mess and it won't lay flat. It also has a crown to it and can reduce the gap between your door and teardrop. Just my opinion. Danny

[Creamcracker]

I wouldn't use it . "T" molding is used on cheap institutional cabinets. I have a roll of it in white from a job I did years ago and won't recommend it to anyone. With it affixed just at the 1/16" groove there is no way to protect the wood from moisture unless you goop up everything and that could be a mess and it won't lay flat. It also has a crown to it and can reduce the gap between your door and teardrop. Just my opinion. Danny

plastic molding is just that - plastic molding even when used on "cheap institutional cabinets" or on "expensive arcade video games" it's still plastic molding -- I sealed the edges and as to the crown -- that's exactly why I used it!
Philip

[Endo]

Got a link to the moulding? Looks kind of interesting.
Bruce

http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page ... okietest=1

[Creamcracker]

Got a link to the moulding? Looks kind of interesting.
Bruce

http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page ... okietest=1

Here's the link to the supplier I used:

http://www.t-molding.com/store/home.php?cat=7

Philip

[halfdome, Danny]

I wouldn't use it . "T" molding is used on cheap institutional cabinets. I have a roll of it in white from a job I did years ago and won't recommend it to anyone. With it affixed just at the 1/16" groove there is no way to protect the wood from moisture unless you goop up everything and that could be a mess and it won't lay flat. It also has a crown to it and can reduce the gap between your door and teardrop. Just my opinion. Danny

plastic molding is just that - plastic molding even when used on "cheap institutional cabinets" or on "expensive arcade video games" it's still plastic molding -- I sealed the edges and as to the crown -- that's exactly why I used it!
Philip

I've built hundreds of doors with the stuff. Over time it will break loose from the groove. Do a test and pull the "T" molding from one end and find how easy it is. It's meant for interior applications. It's your choice, good luck . Danny

[Creamcracker]

I wouldn't use it . "T" molding is used on cheap institutional cabinets. I have a roll of it in white from a job I did years ago and won't recommend it to anyone. With it affixed just at the 1/16" groove there is no way to protect the wood from moisture unless you goop up everything and that could be a mess and it won't lay flat. It also has a crown to it and can reduce the gap between your door and teardrop. Just my opinion. Danny

plastic molding is just that - plastic molding even when used on "cheap institutional cabinets" or on "expensive arcade video games" it's still plastic molding -- I sealed the edges and as to the crown -- that's exactly why I used it!
Philip

I've built hundreds of doors with the stuff. Over time it will break loose from the groove. Do a test and pull the "T" molding from one end and find how easy it is. It's meant for interior applications. It's your choice, good luck . Danny

I'm going to be "gluing" it into the groove. It does pull out easily as you say with those doors that you mention you built.
Philp

[Hoosier Greg]

I wouldn't use it . "T" molding is used on cheap institutional cabinets. I have a roll of it in white from a job I did years ago and won't recommend it to anyone. With it affixed just at the 1/16" groove there is no way to protect the wood from moisture unless you goop up everything and that could be a mess and it won't lay flat. It also has a crown to it and can reduce the gap between your door and teardrop. Just my opinion. Danny

plastic molding is just that - plastic molding even when used on "cheap institutional cabinets" or on "expensive arcade video games" it's still plastic molding -- I sealed the edges and as to the crown -- that's exactly why I used it!
Philip

I've built hundreds of doors with the stuff. Over time it will break loose from the groove. Do a test and pull the "T" molding from one end and find how easy it is. It's meant for interior applications. It's your choice, good luck . Danny

I agree and all that I have seen over the years had a gap where the two ends joined together.I am sure it did not leave the manufacturer with a 1/4" gap..

Greg.

[bdosborn]

Hmmm, I thought it might make a nice table edging but I think I'll keep looking for something else.

Bruce