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opt2not:
Concurrently with another thread asking how to fix t-molding slot mistakes, I'd like to get advice on re-installing t-molding without destroying the slots when pulling out the old t-molding. 

Every cabinet I've restored, I've found that after removing the existing old beat-up t-molding, the slots end up getting wider because bits of the wood gets torn away when the old stuff is pulled out.  Requiring you to wood fill/bondo the slots and re-route. 

This is a lot of extra work for refreshing the t-molding, which got me thinking what is the best way to remove t-molding without damaging the slot? Can it be avoided?

Slippyblade:
I'm debating just shooting a bead of adhesive into the groove with a caulking gun and then installing new molding.  A lot easier than bondo and re-route.

Malenko:
I've just used silicone caulk in the groove.

behrmr:
The way it’s barbed you’re pretty much going to pull out wood. I find that a dab of hot glue here and there along the installation is all you need. Especially on the bends. A friend of mine folds electrical tape over the barb to make it bite better.

opt2not:
I wonder if there's a way of pulling up the t-molding just enough to fit a blade under the flat part, and cutting the "t" part off. Then perhaps sliding the teeth part along the edges and out, rather than pulling perpendicular to the edges...

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