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Drawer runner
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The cleat (drawer runner) that runs in the rebate, even though you cut it a touch smaller do you leave it square (90deg) ? or do you slightly taper going into the rebate? Be it one side top or bottom.
I heard or read from some old wood sage that it's better to have a slight taper to avoid sticking. And it must be made of a harder wood that the drawer sides.
I've never made a drawer this way.....only fixed a few and never known whether the taper is from continuous use or fabricated that way.
I prefer the middle of the drawer too. All the repairs i've made - the middle is the safest and longer lasting. On the top it breaks off easy. And at the bottom you need a guide that keeps the drawer coming out straight.