What is a tambour cabinet?
Tambour Cabinets feature doors which recede into the cupboard carcass making them ideal for confined areas and narrow corridors. The stylish and customisable design is perfect for any office. Each unit is AFRDI quality approved and fitted with a secure locking system for added security.
Why is it called a tambour cupboard?
Where does the word ‘tambour’ come from? The word ‘tambour’ originates from French, meaning a small drum (hence ‘tambourine’ – a small drum with jingling metal discs around the sides).
What is tambour used for?
Tambour is a type of door constructed from thin strips of wood mounted to a flexible backing. This type of construction allows the door to be rolled out of the way instead of swinging open. Often, tambour doors are installed in the kitchen appliance garages of old, such as the wood one seen below from Rockler.
What is tambour furniture?
A tambour desk is a desk with desktop-based drawers and pigeonholes, in a way resembling bureau à gradin. The small drawers and nooks are covered, when required, by reeded or slatted shutters, tambours, which usually retract in the two sides, left and right. It is a flatter and “sideways” version of the rolltop desk.
Are tambour doors reliable?
Tambour doors are a staple feature in many offices. Mainly because they provide ample storage space. But also, because they are secure. Lockable tambour doors bring extra security to any office environment and are suitable for storing anything from files to electronics.
What does tambour style mean?
2a : an embroidery frame especially : a set of two interlocking hoops between which cloth is stretched before stitching. b : embroidery made on a tambour frame.
What does Tambour style mean?
What is tambour wood?
Solid Wood Tambour is a flexible grooved decorative surfacing material. The grooving is visually attractive and allows for the panels to have flexibility for ease in designing curves and angles, inwards and outwards. Available in 30 unique standard profiles.
Is tambour a wood?
Solid natural wood tambour has all of the benefits of real wood. It’s durable and can be stained or painted to match your application.
How do I install tambour panels?
Cut all panels prior to installation and “dry fit” to ensure proper fit. Apply a ¼” bead within ½” of all edges of panel and continuous bead across the panel every 4”. Apply panel to wall, pull loose and reapply. Press and knead repeatedly to insure contact.