Mozaik Door Library - Customer Guide

Overview

The Mozaik Door/Drawer Face Library is your central tool for designing and configuring door and drawer faces. You can create as many different door configurations as needed, mix and match profiles, and customize doors on the fly within the Product Editor.

Door Types in Mozaik

Mozaik supports 5 distinct door types, each with unique parameters and options:

1. Traditional Doors

Multi-piece or 5-piece doors consisting of stiles, rails, and panels. Perfect for classic cabinet door construction.

2. Mitre Doors

Multi-piece doors with mitered frame joints. Features decorative molding profiles on the frame.

3. Slab Doors

Simple one-piece doors, the most basic door type. Optional top and bottom rails can be added.

4. Routed Doors

MDF doors with CNC-routed profiles. Used for pocketed doors and raised panel doors machined on CNC equipment.

5. SketchUp Doors

Custom doors displayed using imported SketchUp models. Best for ornate or highly custom designs.

Accessing the Door Library

Navigation:

1. Open your project in Mozaik
2. Go to the Libraries menu
3. Select Door/Drawer Face Library

Thumbnails Tab Overview

When you first open the Door Library, you'll see the Thumbnails Tab displaying all doors in your current library.

Key Features:

1. Door Library Selector

• Choose which door library you want to view or edit
• You can have multiple door libraries
• Important: You can only use one door library per room

2. Door Libraries Menu Click the menu icon to:

• Add new door libraries
• Delete existing libraries
• Rename libraries
• Export your door library
• Import a previously exported library

3. Profile Libraries Button Opens the door Profile Editor where you can:

• Create door edge profiles for traditional doors
• Design profiles for mitre frame doors
• Edit existing profiles

4. Settings Button Access door settings to configure:

• Default frames and panels
• Profiles and tooling for routed doors
• Beading options
• Standard rail shapes

5. Door Thumbnails

• View graphic thumbnail previews of each door
• Double-click any thumbnail to view or edit properties
• Quick visual reference for all doors in the library

6. Move and Sort Tools

• Up/Down Arrows: Manually reorder doors
• Sort Button: Organize library alphabetically
• Helps keep your library organized

7. OK/Cancel Buttons

• OK: Close and save all changes
• Cancel: Close without saving changes

Working with Traditional Doors

Traditional doors (5-piece doors) consist of stiles, rails, and panels. These are the most common cabinet doors.

Door Components:

Creating a Traditional Door:

Step 1: Select Traditional Tab Click the "Traditional" tab at the top of the Door Library window.

Step 2: Choose Existing or Create New

• Use the dropdown to select an existing door, or
• Click "Add" to create a new door

Step 3: Enter Door Part Dimensions Enter default sizes for each door component:

• Top Rail: e.g., 2 1/2"
• Bottom Rail: e.g., 2 1/2"
• Stiles: e.g., 2 1/2"
• Panel Insets: e.g., 1/2"
• Panel Recess: e.g., 3/8"

Step 4: Configure Panel Type Click on the panel in the preview window and select:

• None: No panel
• Flat: Flat recessed panel
• Raised: Raised panel
• Glass: Glass pane
• V-Slats: Individual vertical slats
• H-Slats: Individual horizontal slats
• Image: Use an image (metal, mesh, etc.)
• SketchUp: Use a SketchUp model
• Pocket: CNC pockets the panel out
• Separate: Adds separate panel for 2-piece MDF doors
• One-Piece: Used for raised panel routed doors

Step 5: Add Rail Shapes (Optional) Right-click on top or bottom rail to select a shape:

• Default (rectangular)
• Arch
• Cathedral
• Colonial
• Provincial
• ½ Arch Left
• ½ Arch Right

Step 6: Section the Door (Optional) Use the sectioning toolbar to:

• Split horizontally
• Split vertically
• Create multi-panel doors

Door Editing Toolbar:

Door Part Adjustment:

Click "Adjust Part" to modify individual door components:

• Left Edge Adjustment: Modify left side
• Right Edge Adjustment: Modify right side
• Top Edge Adjustment: Modify top
• Bottom Edge Adjustment: Modify bottom

Use this for fine-tuning dimensions or creating asymmetrical doors.

Setting Door Size:

In the Size section:

• Width/Height: View or set door part dimensions
• Lock: Lock dimensions to constrain with changing door sizes
• Split %: Define panel size as a percentage (e.g., 40% top, 60% bottom)

Working with Mitre Doors

Mitre doors feature decorative molding profiles with mitred corners.

Setting Up Mitre Doors:

Step 1: Select Mitre Tab

Step 2: Choose Mitre Frame Profile Select your profile from the dropdown menu. Profiles can be:

• Added in the Profile Library
• Edited in the Profile Library
• Customized for your shop

Step 3: Configure Door Similar to Traditional doors, but the profile you select will automatically adjust stile and rail sizes to match the profile dimensions.

Note: Many features are shared with Traditional doors (sectioning, panel types, sizing conditions).

Working with Slab Doors

Slab doors are the simplest door type - typically one solid piece.

Creating Slab Doors:

Step 1: Select Slab Tab

Step 2: Configure Grain Direction ✅ Very Important: Select grain direction:

• Vertical (default)
• Check "Horizontal Grain" for horizontal grain

Step 3: Add Rails (Optional) Click the green + button to add:

• Top Rail
• Bottom Rail

Step 4: Customize Rails Select the rail and choose rail type:

• Standard
• SketchUp (to display a custom SKP model)

Step 5: Add Custom Shaping (Optional) Click anywhere on the door and click "Edit" to:

• Add manual shaping
• Add custom operations
• Modify edges

Slab Door Options:

• Bore for Hinge: Add hinge cup boring (slab doors only)
• Bore for Pulls: Add pull boring
• Apply Beading: Add beading or V-grooves
• Apply Banding: Add edgebanding to door

Tip: Use grain matching (book matching) in the Info Tab of the Product Editor to override door grain settings and nest doors together as a matched group.

Working with Routed Doors (MDF Doors)

Routed doors are designed for CNC machining. Perfect for pocketed and raised panel MDF doors.

Prerequisites:

Before creating routed doors, set up your:

• Tooling in the Optimizer's Tooling Library
• Tool Groups for different profile depths

Creating Routed Doors:

Step 1: Select Routed Tab

Step 2: Enter Pocketing Depth

• Enter the pocket depth (e.g., 5/16")
• Must match your Tool Group's required depth
• You may need multiple door configurations for different depths

Step 3: Configure Door Margins Enter sizes for:

• Top Margin
• Bottom Margin
• Stiles
• Center Stile
• Center Rail

Step 4: Select Panel Type Click the panel and choose:

• One Piece: For raised panel routed doors
• Pocket: For pocketed doors
• Separate: For 2-piece MDF doors

Step 5: Add Special Mullions (IMPORTANT!) Right-click in the panel area and select "Select Special Mullions" to choose from:

Available Mullion Patterns:

• Double Bow: Two bow curves creating oval pattern
• Bow Left: Single bow curve on left side
• Bow Right: Single bow curve on right side
• Split Bow: Hourglass-style double bow
• Quad Bow: Four bow curves creating complex pattern
• X Diagonal: Diagonal cross pattern
• Diagonal Left: Single diagonal left to right
• Diagonal Right: Single diagonal right to left

These patterns maintain mullion width even when door size changes!

Works with: Glass, Pocketed, or One Piece panel types.

Working with SketchUp Doors

Use SketchUp models to display highly custom or ornate doors that can't be created with other door types.

Setting Up SketchUp Doors:

Step 1: Select SketchUp Tab

Step 2: Check "SKP Model for Display"

Step 3: Browse for Model

• Click "Browse" button
• Select your SketchUp model file
• Important: Model must be in SketchUp Version 8 file format

Step 4: Configure Door Settings Set pricing, sizing conditions, and other options as needed.

⚠️ Note: SketchUp doors should only be used for graphic display when no other door type option will work. They don't provide the same manufacturing detail as other door types.

Drawer Front Configuration

Every door can be configured as a drawer front instead.

To use as a drawer front:

1. Check the "Drawer Front" checkbox
2. Configure all settings the same way as doors
3. Door and Drawer Fronts must be set up separately

Door Options

Configure these options for any door type:

Pricing Configuration

Set pricing for each door individually:

Fixed Pricing:

• $/Door: Add a fixed cost per door
• Markup %: Add markup to fixed cost

Square Foot Pricing:

• $/SqFt: Add price per square foot
• Min: Set minimum square footage (helpful for small doors/drawer fronts)
• Markup %: Add markup to square foot cost

Material and Profile Costs:

• Add Material Cost to Door: Include board stock material costs
• Add Profile Cost to Door: Include profile machining costs

Labor:

• Minutes to Cut Part(s): Time to cut each part
• Minutes to Assemble: Time to assemble complete door

These labor times integrate with Pricing Templates for accurate job costing.

Min/Max Sizing Conditions

Automatically switch between door configurations based on size - a powerful automation feature!

How It Works:

Set minimum and maximum dimensions. When conditions aren't met, Mozaik automatically switches to a replacement door.

Example Use Cases:

Example 1: Drawer Front Rail Size

• Small drawer fronts (under 8" tall): Use 1.75" rails
• Large drawer fronts (8"+ tall): Use 2.5" rails
• Set Max H: 8", Replacement: "Drawer (Sm Rail)"

Example 2: Door Center Rails

• Doors under 36" tall: Single panel door
• Doors 36"+ tall: Automatically switch to door with center rail
• Set Max H: 36", Replacement: "Door with Center Rail"

Example 3: Multiple Panel Doors

• Door under 30" wide: Single panel
• Door 30"-48" wide: Switch to 2-panel door
• Door 48"+ wide: Switch to 3-panel door
• Create chain of sizing conditions

Setup:

1. Enter Min W, Max W, Min H, or Max H
2. Select Replacement door from dropdown
3. Multiple conditions can be chained together
4. Mozaik automatically applies correct door during design

Stretch Test

Use the Stretch Test to verify custom modifications work correctly at different door sizes.

When to use:

• After adding manual shape modifications
• After adding custom operations
• Before finalizing complex door designs

How to use:

1. Locate "Stretch Test" section
2. Move the Height slider
3. Move the Width slider
4. Verify operations stay properly positioned
5. Adjust if necessary

Display Finished Part Size

Toggle between viewing part sizes before and after edgebanding.

Unchecked: Shows cutting size (before edgebanding)
Checked: Shows finished size (after edgebanding)

Example:

• 3mm edgebanding on all sides
• Cutting size: 419mm × 544mm
• Finished size: 425mm × 550mm (adds 6mm per dimension)

Managing Your Door Library

Sidebar Tools:

Organizing Your Library:

Manual Organization:

• Use up/down arrows to reorder doors
• Drag thumbnails to rearrange

Automatic Organization:

• Click "Sort" button to organize alphabetically
• Keeps library clean and easy to navigate

Exporting and Importing:

Export doors to:

• Share with other Mozaik users
• Back up your custom doors
• Transfer between computers

Import doors to:

• Add doors from other libraries
• Restore backed-up doors
• Use doors created by others

Tips for Success

💡 Start with Standard Doors - Create a comprehensive set of standard doors before adding custom variations.

💡 Use Descriptive Names - Name doors clearly: "Shaker 2.5 Rail" instead of "Door1"

💡 Leverage Sizing Conditions - Set up automatic door switching to speed up design process dramatically.

💡 One Library Per Room - Remember you can only use one door library per room. Plan your library organization accordingly.

💡 Test Stretch Behavior - Always use Stretch Test after adding custom operations to ensure they scale properly.

💡 Export Your Work - Regularly export your custom doors as backup.

💡 Use Comments - Add comments to doors to document special requirements or notes.

💡 Check Grain Direction - Always verify grain direction on slab doors before finalizing.

💡 Profile Library First - Set up your profiles before creating traditional or mitre doors.

💡 Tool Groups for Routed - Configure CNC tooling and tool groups before creating routed doors.

💡 Panel Insets Matter - Take time to set panel insets correctly - they affect the entire door appearance.

💡 Pricing Accuracy - Set labor times accurately for reliable job costing.

Common Workflows

Workflow 1: Creating a Basic Shaker Door

1. Open Door Library
2. Click Traditional tab
3. Click "Add" to create new door
4. Name: "Shaker"
5. Set rail widths: 2 1/2"
6. Set stile widths: 2 1/2"
7. Set panel insets: 1/2"
8. Select panel type: Flat
9. Set pricing and options
10. Click OK to save

Workflow 2: Creating Multi-Panel Glass Door

1. Open Door Library > Traditional tab
2. Create or select base door
3. Click panel in preview
4. Use "Vertically Split" tool
5. Select "Glass" for panel type
6. Repeat splitting as needed
7. Adjust rail and stile sizes
8. Click OK to save

Workflow 3: Setting Up Routed Door with Mullions

1. Open Door Library > Routed tab
2. Enter pocketing depth
3. Set margins and stiles
4. Right-click in panel area
5. Select "Select Special Mullions"
6. Choose pattern (e.g., "Double Bow")
7. Enter mullion width
8. Select panel type: Pocket or Glass
9. Click OK to save

Workflow 4: Creating Automatic Size-Based Door Switching

1. Create base door (e.g., "Door - 2 Panel")
2. Note maximum width (e.g., 48")
3. Create next size door (e.g., "Door - 3 Panel")
4. Return to base door
5. Enter Max W: 48
6. Select Replacement: "Door - 3 Panel"
7. Create additional doors and conditions as needed
8. Test by inserting door at various sizes

Troubleshooting

Problem: Door thumbnails not displaying correctly
✅ Try closing and reopening the Door Library
✅ Check that door has valid configuration
✅ Verify profiles are properly defined

Problem: Can't section door
✅ Make sure you're in the preview window
✅ Click the panel area before using section tools
✅ Verify door type supports sectioning (not available for all types)

Problem: Sizing conditions not working
✅ Verify replacement door exists in library
✅ Check that min/max values are logical
✅ Ensure conditions don't conflict
✅ Test with actual cabinet insertion

Problem: Routed door pockets not correct depth
✅ Verify pocket depth matches tool group requirements
✅ Check that correct tool group is assigned
✅ Review Optimizer tooling library settings

Problem: Special mullions not appearing
✅ Right-click in panel area (not frame)
✅ Select "Select Special Mullions" from menu
✅ Enter mullion width when prompted
✅ Verify panel type supports mullions (Glass, Pocket, One Piece)

Problem: Grain direction wrong on slab doors
✅ Check "Horizontal Grain" option if needed
✅ Can override in Product Editor Info Tab using grain matching

Problem: Edgebanding showing on routed doors
✅ Uncheck "Apply Banding" option
✅ Routed doors typically don't have banding

Problem: Can't use door library in room
✅ Remember: Only one door library per room
✅ Select different library in room settings if needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many door libraries can I have?
A: Unlimited. However, you can only use one door library per room in your project.

Q: What's the difference between Traditional and Mitre doors?
A: Traditional doors have standard joinery. Mitre doors have mitred frame corners with decorative molding profiles.

Q: Can I use the same door as both a door and drawer front?
A: No, you must set up separate configurations. Use the "Drawer Front" checkbox to designate drawer fronts.

Q: Do I need to set up profiles before creating doors?
A: Yes, for Traditional and Mitre doors. Set up profiles in the Profile Library first.

Q: What file format do SketchUp models need to be?
A: SketchUp Version 8 file format (.skp).

Q: Can I share my door libraries with other users?
A: Yes, use the Export function to save doors, then share the exported file. Other users can Import it.

Q: How do Special Mullions work on routed doors?
A: Right-click the panel, select "Select Special Mullions," choose a pattern, enter mullion width. The pattern maintains the width even as door size changes.

Q: What does "Panel Recess" mean?
A: The depth that the panel sits back into the door frame, creating the recessed look.

Q: Can I have different profiles on different parts of the same door?
A: Yes, in the Settings tab you can mix and match profiles for edge, interior, and panel.

Q: Why don't my doors show in the 3D viewer?
A: Check that you've saved changes (click OK). Verify the door is properly assigned in your cabinet design.

Q: What's the "Stretch Test" for?
A: It verifies that custom modifications and operations remain properly positioned when door size changes.

Q: Can I set minimum prices for small doors?
A: Yes, use the "Min" square footage field in pricing. Helpful for ensuring small drawer fronts have minimum charges.

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