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Which Are the Best Materials Used by Kitchen Cabinet Makers?
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The kitchen is as important as any other room in a house and attention to detail is important. This includes the shape, which in turn depends on the amount of space available. If space is narrow for instance, then a gully-shaped-kitchen is a good option. However, if there is a large space, a U-shaped-kitchen with an island is a good idea. But a crucial aspect is, ensuring that the cabinets are all planned and arranged in a proper manner.
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This means they need to remain accessible and have enough storage space. So, the type of shelves becomes important and includes: -
- Those made of glass, metal, other materials or their combination
- Roll-out-shelves, which are convenient and provide adequate storage
- Multiple shelves inside cupboards,
- Shelves of varying sizes, which are possible to position in different ways (for example one below the other)
In addition, and of equal importance for kitchen cabinet makers, is choosing the correct material for making the cabinets.
1. The Natural or Solid Wood Option
Wood is a good idea and used a lot by kitchen cabinet makers because it provides certain warmth. It is available in different shades, for example, from more reddish to almost deep dark-brown. Wood looks good, is not toxic and easy to clean, and usually last for many years. But to fulfill the latter, choosing good quality wood is essential. It is also vital to ensure, before their installation, that they have gone through the required treatment process.
2. The Laminates and Wood Veneers Option
The laminates are usually a lot less expensive than real wood and less prone to damage. Created from a combination of substances, they are first glued onto other materials like MDF/Medium Density Fireboard before installation. They are available in a wide-ranging array of designs and finishes. However, only professional kitchen cabinet makers know the correct installation-method, which ensures that they do not start peeling too soon. Also, these are non-renewable with some varieties being toxic and harmful.
The Wood Veneers too, are first glued onto other materials like MDF/Medium Density Fireboard before installation. But, without involving all the expense (buying and maintaining) they provide the ‘natural look of real wood’. However, the disadvantages include fading due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and scratches developing with ease on their surface. Furthermore, like actual wood, they too need maintenance on a regular basis.
3. The PVC/Poly-Vinyl Chloride Option
Kitchen cabinet makers use this, as it forms another, rather less expensive option, among the kitchen cabinet materials. Furthermore, it is both oil and waterproof, and strong and quite easy to maintain. But, unfortunately, itis not resistant to fire, does fade with time, and with using their plastic components become loose.
4. The Metal Option
This includes the use of aluminum or steel or a combination of both materials. Kitchen cabinet makers recommend these as it brings a ‘modern feel’ to a kitchen, and cleaning and maintenance are easy. They are available in different designs and finishes including plain and decorative ones. They are strong, and last for many years after they have gone through the treatment process. However, they are an expensive option and their weight/heaviness can become an issue.
5. The Additional Options
This includes other materials from which it is possible to make kitchen cabinets: -
(i) The Plywood Kitchen Cabinets
(ii) The Particle Board Kitchen Cabinets
(iii) The Acrylic Kitchen Cabinets
(iv) The Thermophile Kitchen Cabinets
(v) The MDF/Medium Density Fireboard Kitchen Cabinets
(vi) The Melamine Kitchen Cabinets
Thus, there are a variety of options available, with regard to the materials kitchen cabinet makers use and recommend. Each provides a different look and has both advantages and disadvantages. The ultimate decision depends on the budget, the space allotted, the design, the color-pattern, and of course preferences.
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