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The Easy Way to “Float” a Raised Panel! Solid wood panels must “float” inside the rails and stiles to allow for expansion and contraction and prevent future cracking and splitting. But making a panel float isn’t easy. For instance: How do you center the panel? What happens when the panel expands and contracts? Use Space Balls! Simply insert 2-3 of the flexible polymer Space Balls into the groove of each side rail and stile. The Space Balls will compress to center the door, providing a tight fit, even with expansion and contraction of the panel. Space Balls measure .260 for a snug fit in a standard 1/4” groove. Allow 3/16" gap per side. Panels should be 3/8" undersized overall. Use 8-10 Space Balls per door. Made in USA.
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Space Balls = Centered Panels
By Gregg the Cabinet Maker
from Indianapolis, IN
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Comments about Space Balls:
Space balls are a solid rubber product. Much better than trying to cut up silicone strips. The balls appear to hold their shape over time.
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Works as advertized
By Boardman
from Sryacuse NY
This is simple to use because the balls stay in placeonce they are positioned.
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By Na
from Washington PA
It was great. just what i needed. I couldnt buy them at any local stores.
Perfect Fit
By Ryan
from Chesapeake, VA
Panels have room to expand without having the doors rattle when you shut them.
A must for all reised panel projects
By Joe Dragon
from Long Island NY
Very useful