Rail and stile kitchen cabinet and utility doors with interchangeable/reversible raised panel

Abstract

The invention involves a rail and stile door panel of the type typically used for kitchen cabinets or utility storage cupboards. The door system includes a rail and stile framework in which a panel is mounted. The panel is held in place by a panel recess in one of the frame members and at least one key received in another of the frame members. The key has a tang which fits in a keyway. The panel is received in a panel recess comprised of horizontal and vertical abutment faces. The panel can be removed, replaced or interchanged by removing the key. Upon removal of the key, the panel may be removed from the frame. If the panel is finished on both side, the panel may be reversed. If it is desired to use some other type of panel then a replacement panel may be installed in the frame. Preferably the system includes three keys to support the retained panel all along its perimeter edge.

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