Construction
Bevel
An angled cut along the edge of a board or panel, creating a sloped surface instead of a square 90-degree edge. In cabinet doors, bevels are most prominent on raised panel designs where the center panel edge is cut at an angle to transition from the thick center to the thinner edge captured by the door frame. Bevels add depth and shadow lines that enhance the visual detail of a door.
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Common questions
What is the difference between a bevel and a chamfer?
Both are angled cuts; a chamfer is typically a small 45° edge break, while a bevel can run at any angle and often spans the full edge thickness.