What is a Full-Inset?
In cabinet construction, a full-inset refers to a type of door or drawer front that is set flush with the face frame of the cabinet, creating a completely flat and seamless surface. Unlike full-overlay doors or drawers, which completely cover the face frame, a full-inset is set into the cabinet opening and fits precisely within the opening.
To create a full-inset door or drawer, the cabinet maker must carefully measure and cut the door or drawer front to fit precisely within the cabinet opening. The door or drawer is then installed using special hinges or slides that allow it to open and close smoothly, without interfering with the adjacent cabinet doors or drawers.
Full-inset cabinetry is often associated with traditional or period-style kitchens and bathrooms, as the technique was commonly used in early American and European cabinetry. It is a labor-intensive and skilled technique, and is typically more expensive than other types of cabinetry. 
One advantage of full-inset cabinetry is that it provides a very clean and seamless look that can be particularly appealing in traditional or period-style homes. The technique also allows for maximum use of the cabinet opening, as there is no overlap between the door or drawer front and the face frame. However, because of its precise nature and the specialized hardware required, full-inset cabinetry is typically more expensive than other types of cabinetry.
One advantage of full-inset cabinetry is that it provides a very clean and seamless look that can be particularly appealing in traditional or period-style homes. The technique also allows for maximum use of the cabinet opening, as there is no overlap between the door or drawer front and the face frame. However, because of its precise nature and the specialized hardware required, full-inset cabinetry is typically more expensive than other types of cabinetry.
