Some people say that we can glue flat panel in frame and panel doors. But others say no, not because of little movement of flat panel, but because the
movement of the frame... Your advice? Thanks
- Kevin
Can you glue the panel to the door frame?
Our Expert
It depends upon the panel stock. If the stock is solid wood it will expand and contract with changes in the seasons regardless of whether it is a flat panel or raised panel. However, a flat panel made from plywood can be safely glued into the frame with no problems. The solid stock used for the stile and rail framework surrounding the panel is too narrow to create a seasonal wood movement problem and, besides, the stiles and rails can still move in a direction away from the panel. You'll have no problems gluing a plywood panel into the frame.
Today's plywood is usually undersized and for a rattle free door you may want to try the Amana InStile Door Making Router Bits.