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Default Noob - Cut too much off miter cut for base trim - options?

On 10 Dec 2006 14:47:49 -0800, "DonkeyHody"
wrote:

I was cutting the bottom base trim for the bookcase, the trim covers
both of the double bay bookcase fronts and wraps, with the 45 deg mitre
cuts to join side base trim. It has 2" legs cut on the ends, and one
in the middle. I had one end done, then cut the other and it was about
1/8" too long. Ok, So I measured and used a square to draw a line,
double checked, and then cut. Well, now its about 3/32 too darn short!
&$%(&@! Now, I've thought to ways to solve this


I'm not sure if I'm following but if this is a trim piece with a flat
back, can you take some material off the back side of all of the
pieces and then re-install? You will lose a little thickness but
might be able to gain enough in length between your already cut
miters.

Mike O.