You’ve spent hours searching Pinterest and Instagram for ideas. Now you’re ready to start your kitchen remodeling odyssey, but how do you know which cabinets are quality?
Look for quality cabinet boxes, Dovetail drawers and Steel soft close anti-damping hinges. Cabinet box construction is one of the first things that low-quality cabinets will show wear and tear on.
Plywood
Cabinet plywood is available in different thicknesses and grades. Understanding the differences between them can help you make the best choice for your kitchen cabinets. You should consider factors like durability and strength, grain pattern and color, and moisture resistance.
Plywood is an engineered wood made from real wood pieces, sawdust, and shredded wood fibers that are bonded with resin. It comes in different densities and is a more durable material than MDF. However, it is not as resistant to dents and scratches as a solid-wood product.
Plywood can be found in different forms, including a fancy veneer. This is a great option for those who want their kitchen cabinets to have a decorative appearance. However, this type of plywood is more expensive than regular plywood.
Full-access drawers
Cabinet drawers should provide easy access to the items inside. At CliqStudios, we use high-quality full-extension drawer glides that are designed to last. These glides are much stronger than standard drawers, making them able to hold heavier items without the risk of breaking or sticking.
Framed cabinets offer more style and modification options than frameless construction. Framed cabinets allow for any door or drawer front to fit within the face frame, either in a full or partial overlay style.
Full-access cabinets have minimal reveals around the doors and drawer fronts, which creates a clean look that works well with many styles. They also offer more storage space than framed cabinetry.
Dovetail drawer boxes
While they might not look like much, it takes a lot of skill and attention to make quality drawer boxes. This is the part of a cabinet that is subject to high wear and tear since it is opened and closed 7-10 times a day and up to 3500 times a year!
Poorly made drawers break down quickly and can lead to extra costs as you hire workers to fix drooping doors and rattling drawers. By learning the 11 telltale signs to watch for, you can avoid buying cabinets that end up looking bad and not working as they should.
The best drawer boxes are made of solid wood maple with dovetail joints on the sides and a strong bottom. They are also lined with melamine, which resists moisture and food stains.
Solid wood doors
A solid wood door provides a natural, timeless look that is highly sought after by homeowners. It is also more insulative than doors with a hollow core and helps to deaden sound. Solid-core interior doors are available in a variety of styles that complement a wide range of home designs.
These doors are made from quality natural wood crafted into various styles. They can be glazed or painted to match your decor. They are also fire-rated and are available in a variety of styles, including paneled or louvred doors. However, solid wood doors tend to be more expensive than hollow core alternatives and are susceptible to expansion and shrinkage due to changes in temperature. They can also be difficult to install. They may require more frequent re-staining than hollow doors.
Soft-close hinges
Soft-close hinges make your cabinet doors close more quietly than traditional hinges, reducing noise in your home. They also help protect your cabinets by slowing the closing process. This feature is especially useful for households with small children. It prevents the door from slamming shut, which could harm their fingers or even cause serious injury.
Another benefit of soft-close hinges is that they can be adjusted for a more personalized fit. These hinges are available in several different sizes, and they can be easily swapped out for those who want to change their cabinet hardware.
However, it’s important to choose the right hinge for your cabinet style. Using the wrong style of hinge can damage your cabinet doors and lead to other problems. Most hinges have a small adjuster that allows you to move the spring seat to one of three settings.quality kitchen cabinets
