Leon wrote:
On 2/4/2014 1:33 AM, Bill wrote:
Was listening to an Jim Heavey (WW-Shows) say that he "knocked down" all
corners/edges with a router--because finishes don't adhere to them very
well. He also routes around inset cabinet doors (frames?) to help
allow for wood movement while preserving the appearence. Are both of
these approaches SOP? Thank you for further clarification! I'm sorry
if this is on topic! ; )

Bill


Yes Bill finishes tend to not adhere to a sharp edge. The finish will
pull away from a sharp edge while applying. Using a router could be
very time consuming, don't get into corners well, and very well may
change the look of the project.

I use my finish sander to very lightly go over the edge a pass or two
to ease the edge and often use a piece of foam backed 4.5"x 4.5" sand
paper and break the edge manually. Softening the edge so that it is
not likely to cut you if you run your finger against it is typically
enough.

Unless you are really wanting to change the profile of the edge vs.
making the sharp corner/edge not so sharp, a router is going to take
you 4 times longer.

Jim Heavey may have had a bias since he was giving a "router
workshop". Thanks for your reply!