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26 October 2014 at 10:55 pm
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It would also depend on the atmospheric condition of you shop. Gaps have gotten smaller with the use of central air, heating and cooling. Before this, furniture was subjected to huge swings in temperature and humidity. Consequently, greater allotment was made.
That said, 1-1.5mm should be a pretty safe gap. The gap at the rear should be greater than the gap at the front though. The drawer will operate smoother this way. Plus you can leave the drawers partially open just to to be safe will the piece acclimates to the new environment.