[Ron Ramirez]

I tried using a lock blade knife at the joint between the molding and the top. But after the top started to splinter at the joint, I quit...

Then guess what I found.

The tops are removable!

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In the case of the cabinet I was trying to remove the top molding from, I had to remove the paper insulation from the underside of the top in order to get to the attaching screws. Then it was a matter of removing the screws...and the top simply lifted off.

Well, it looks like I'll be investing in a table saw after all, as I have decided to construct new tops for these cabinets using 3/4" furniture grade plywood.

The molding is 1/4" x 1-1/4" and that should not be difficult to find. I found it on Home Depot's website, in that very size, listed as "lattice molding".

Now I know how Bozak was able to finish the tops and upper molding without damaging the grile cloth. The molding was glued onto the top, then the assembly was finished. I shall repeat that process...assuming my clamps are long enough...if not, I may have to invest in two or three more...