Either after first moving in or during a remodeling, homeowners often renovate the kitchen. From types of sinks to kitchen cabinet materials, they can benefit from receiving a contractor’s or designer’s input before making final decisions. Before your next consultation, brush up on your knowledge of cabinet materials. You’ll be sure to impress any potential client.
7 of the Most Popular types of Kitchen Cabinet Materials
1) Cherry
Cherry is a popular choice for kitchen cabinets because of its smooth, elegant look. Its straight and close grain can help make a kitchen appear more contemporary. A cherry wood surface also ages well and is hard enough to withstand daily wear and tear.
2) Oak
White or red oak is a strong, durable material that is relatively inexpensive. It has a coarse, natural texture that gives it a relatively-defined straight grain. Many homeowners view it as a casual-looking alternative to other types of kitchen cabinet materials.
3) Maple
Maple, which is distinguished by its straight, tight grain, is one of the leading kitchen cabinet materials today. This durable type of wood may be adapted for both traditional and contemporary residential design. Although maple is often more expensive than oak, it is still commonly-used in custom and semi-custom cabinets.
4) Birch
Birch is known to be a durable, relatively inexpensive cabinet material. Because it takes a finish well, it can be stained to resemble a more expensive type of wood. Homeowners often elect to stain the material to make it look like cherry or maple.
5) Pine
Pine is a soft wood, which tends to be used in kitchens that have a traditional or country style. Natural pine is usually a pale-yellow color, but it can be stained to fit the décor of the room. The downside of this cabinet material is that its softer surface can dent more easily.
6) Hickory
Hickory has a similar grain pattern and strength to oak, but it is a much lighter material. This rare choice for kitchen cabinets can help give a room a more rustic feel. Hickory’s pale, creamy yellow coloring may be stained with a clear or natural finish.
7) Alder
Previously dismissed as material for cabinets, Alder is a trendy choice today. It has a consistent coloring that ranges from pale pinkish-brown to almost white. It typically features a close grain that can be easily stained to look like, cherry, mahogany or walnut.
Homeowners today have a wealth of options in cabinet materials. Their final choice may depend on factors, like style, function or price.
Whether you are looking for cherry, alder or another type of wood cabinet material, you can find it at one of Green Art Plumbing Supply’s three Long Island showrooms. We have a full stock of top-of-the-line commercial supply parts and products at our Freeport, Huntington and Southampton locations.
Visit us today or call (516) 379-0449 to get all the supplies you need for your next job!
Excellent tips! Birch is a relatively better choice for hardwood cabinets as it’s both affordable and available. Plus, it offer structural sturdiness and a premium feel as well.