I have over 700 slats 25" long made and sealed--- ready to start on the case -- I will rout 9/16 groove in case side. How much total space do I need at the tambour end?
Florida
- Vernon
Bookcase with Tambour Doors?
Our Expert
When making a cabinet with a tambour I draw a cross-section to determine the space required for the tambour slats. The cross-sectional views show the tambour in open and closed position.
Another method is to simple slide the tambour slats together and measure the length of the complete tambour. The tambour groove must be a little less than twice the length of the complete tambour. This will allow you to grasp the end of the tambour and slide it to a closed position.
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