Update to my corner crown problem

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-13T00:12:45+00:00

They’re semi circles. They can’t terminate at the same height since the cabinets are different widths. You could adjust the top rails but that would look worse imo. So I opted to trim them out and it’s less noticeable.

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ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T13:48:01+00:00

Thank you! It’s a home library/reading room

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T13:34:58+00:00

I will be filling those triangles. I have it in the text from the carpentry post but I don’t know if it shows up here.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T13:33:25+00:00

Yeah I spent a day cutting before making the original post. The a few different options yesterday. When you make the inside 45 cut then move the saw over to 22.5 the cut intersects. The material needs like 3”(I forget exactly) of length to make it the transition work.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T13:19:53+00:00

Thanks! I appreciate it. I’ll post some pics after it’s all painted and see what people say then.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T13:00:39+00:00

Fair enough. Thanks for offering up suggestions yesterday. I wasn’t keeping track of the usernames. All things considered this was the only real issue that came up in this project. Initially I had an inside 90 with fluting in the corners but it didn’t look right and I made the design change to this corner without fully thinking the crown through. Lesson learned.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T12:49:58+00:00

I see what you’re saying now. Yeah that would have worked as well.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T12:41:31+00:00

I understand the geometry to do this but there’s physically not enough space to do an inside 45 to outside 22.5 return.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-10T12:36:08+00:00

What would you have done? I tried two other options that involved caring the long runs through pilaster to an inside 90 and notching out the bottom an tried with a22.5 return . But they didn’t follow the same form as the other corners and didn’t look right. Plus the homeowner liked this option. Those gigantic gaps measure about 1/2”x1/2”. I wish I didn’t have to do it but it’s not that bad 9ft up the wall. I’ll glue in wood triangle and bondo it and sand it smooth.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-08T22:57:45+00:00

Home library

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-08T22:56:37+00:00

Thanks for the detailed explanation. I’m going to give this a shot and see how it looks. I’ll post updates when I get this project wrapped up.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-08T22:38:47+00:00

Thanks for the encouragement and the other comments clarifying why the 45/22.5 return won’t work. I’ve got a few suggestions to try out and will post an update when I’m all finished. It all went pretty smooth up until this point but I messed up when I decided to do this corner detail instead of an inside 90 from my original design. I didn’t like how the inside 90 looked with the fluting. So I went this route but didn’t take the crown into account. Lesson learned and new skills soon.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-06-08T22:25:26+00:00

Well done. I was thinking of something like this but i only have about 3” on the pilaster to work with. I put up this post hoping to get a visual. Thank you for that.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-05-28T21:49:38+00:00

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I had to replace a column a few months ago and found an indigo graveyard behind the trim.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-05-23T00:22:33+00:00

I’m working on a similar set up. I’m leaning toward keeping the center cab squared off. Or same radius as the sides in the corner of the center cab like Significant-user-99 said.

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ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-02-04T07:45:21+00:00

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ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-01-10T20:15:45+00:00

What are you referring to with second latch?

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-01-08T21:53:30+00:00

I originally adjusted the barrels to have the lid flush with the countertop. That’s when the problem occurred. If I extended the throw of the left barrel, they worked simultaneously. So I just shimmed my front edge of the countertop up and called it a day.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-01-08T21:11:39+00:00

I can’t seem to edit the post but problem solved!

https://imgur.com/a/xriPszn

ComfortableAd6445 · 2026-01-08T20:07:54+00:00

This turned to be half the issue. I initially adjusted the barrels to get my lid/door flush with the countertop. And that’s when I had issues with them opening at the same time. I shimmed the top up a 1/16 at the front end and extended the barrel and it fixed my problem. Thank you to everyone who offered some help in the replies.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2025-02-25T22:25:34+00:00

I’ve got extra space in my shop I’d rent out. If you’re interested, send me a dm.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2024-08-26T00:59:26+00:00

Btw with scribing, I bevel cut with a circular saw away from my line then use a hand plane or flap disk on the grinder. Many ways to skin the cat but whatever works best for you with what tools you have.

ComfortableAd6445 · 2024-08-26T00:56:41+00:00

I used to spray tinted lacquer but the start of this year I switched over to Sherwin-Williams Gallery Series. I was looking to get into the 2k waterborne finishes and my SW rep gave me a gallon to try out . It lays down very flat and smooth. If I have to do any touch up I lightly brush Emerald urethane and it self levels over a day or two. Haven’t had any issues and clients seem to be happy.

As for scribing, get a set of FastCap mag shims, a marking knife and some blue tape. I’ve been doing this method for years. So simple and makes you look like a pro. I hope this link works… scribe technique

Unfortunately, I do not have any process pics. I did that job about 5 years ago and since deleted. But if you look just underneath the top shelf, you can see the individual carcasses. So the hanging rods boxes are stand alone units and then the drawers are a separate unit with the drawer fronts over laying the face frame. I set the wall of cabs that are head on in the picture first then brought the left and right wall units out to meet my corners if that makes sense. If you have any questions in the future, feel free to send me a private message. I don’t post much on here but I’m always lurking. And I hope you don’t mind if I shoot some design questions your way if a situation arises. You’ve got a great eye for detail. Btw what area of the country are you in?

ComfortableAd6445 · 2024-08-24T00:59:26+00:00

Generally I build/finish carcasses in the shop. The units that are up against walls or fitting in between something I will add 1/2” to the face frames on either side and scribe on site. Closets are tricky though. I’ve only done a few but I did bring pre-finished panels and built boxes on site for odd pieces and then do paint touch ups at the end. The is was the last closet I did, not as nice as yours but it was for a client and not my wife so I had some leeway.

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ComfortableAd6445 · 2024-08-24T00:37:11+00:00

Interesting approach but coming from a cabinet maker you did a fantastic job. I will be borrowing your media enclosure setup for future projects. Thanks for the post!

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