This is not old wood or poor quality wood, it is simply the nature of the wood. High production and low cost manufacturing can't take the time to do this and you will see this in the finished product. Accurate Part Fabrication Individual parts are cross-cut, ripped, and shaped to within high tolerance to assure square, strong and tight cabinet construction. Assembly There are no shortcuts here. We do final assembly with at least two craftspeople per furnishing, each checking for square and fit as clamps are being tightened by hand.
Experience is the key here for the desired result.
Sanding with a fine grit is the secret to a deep, smooth finish. We start our finishing by applying a coat of sealer to the furniture, which slightly raises the grain. We then sand the piece of sealed furniture, repeating this process two or three times. After the piece is properly sealed and sanded, we then spray on 3 to 5 coats of the water-based finish. After the spray booth, we apply the hinges, drawer and door pulls, etc., and adjust until form and function is in harmony.