Joint

The connection point where two pieces of wood or panel material meet in cabinet construction. Common cabinet joints include dovetail, dado, butt, dowel, mortise-and-tenon, and cope-and-stick. The type and quality of joints used throughout a cabinet directly impact its structural integrity, longevity, and resistance to daily stress. Premium joinery is one of the most reliable indicators of cabinet quality.

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