Q: I redid my kitchen with top-of-the-line painted maple cabinets, but there are cracks between the stiles and rails of the new cabinet doors. The kitchen company that sold them to me said that the cracks were normal, as they were smaller than the thickness of a piece of paper. But I think the cracks are unsightly and don't believe this is normal. What do you think?
— Susan, Hingham, MA
If you have your heart set on custom cabinets, but are discouraged by the price tag, go with a semi-custom selection. While options might not be endless, customization is possible through a choice of door styles, finish colors, wood options, glazes, and moldings.
