Frequently Asked Questions for Cabinetry and More (2024)

FAQs

What are the 2 construction types of cabinets? ›

There are two types of cabinet construction: framed and frameless. Frame Cabinets have a frame that attaches to the front of the cabinet. The face-frame gives the cabinet box extra strength. Framed cabinets are usually found in traditional designs.

Hardwood. Solid hardwood is the most durable cabinet material. Maple, birch, cherry, oak, alder, walnut and tulipwood are strong, long-lasting woods that can bring warmth and richness to your rental kitchen.

Our KraftMaid Vantage line offers the same style choices, construction features and warranty as KraftMaid, but also includes an all-plywood construction upgrade and matching interiors on cabinets with glass doors as standard. KraftMaid Vantage is exclusively available at independent dealers.

These grades include RTA (Ready to Assemble), Stock, Semi-Custom, and Custom. All cabinet types are available from various suppliers and allow for a broad range of budgets. Each grade presents its own series of benefits and drawbacks that should be considered before deciding how to outfit your kitchen.

The Shaker-style cabinet door is the most common door style in kitchens today. This five-piece flat-panel style has a frame made from four pieces and a single flat center panel for the fifth piece. Shaker gets its name from the distinctive Shaker furniture style, which uses simple, clean lines and emphasizes utility.

There're answer was always the same, Kraftmaid is "made in the USA".

Each of our cabinets is hand assembled with rigid I-beam, all-plywood case construction and ¾” solid wood frames.

Instead of solid wood or plywood, cheap cabinets usually use particle board for everything from the shelves to the doors to the cabinet box. Particle board is made of wood scraps that have been recycled, including wood chips and sawdust.

Whites and neutrals are the way to go when you're getting your house ready to sell. Also, paint jobs that are sloppy or use inferior-quality materials can lower the resale value of your home.

Should cabinets be lighter or darker than countertops? ›

A common question most homeowners ask is, “Should countertops be lighter or darker than cabinets?” Well, it depends on the look that you choose for your kitchen. Classically, one could use darker countertops than cabinets. Today, the trend is using lighter countertops than cabinets to improve the kitchen's appeal.

A typical builder-grade cabinet is made of an inexpensive wood product, such as particleboard or a cheaper plywood. Many come ready-to-assemble (RTA), meaning they are delivered to you in a flat box to save on shipping costs.

Ever wondered, “What are built-in cabinets?” Those are custom cabinets! Unlike modular models, which come in predetermined 2 inch increments, custom cabinets are manufactured to the actual size needed. That means your cabinets can be built to fit within any space.

Builder grade is the typical stock cabinet that may be made with all plywood but is constructed quickly for mass production and doesn't last as long. Semi-customers are the best quality a kitchen contractor can buy if they do not custom-build the kitchen cabinets.

Composite Wood-based Panel Products

These products are made by blending scrap wood particles or fibers with glues or resins (some of which contain formaldehyde, a known carcinogen) that are compressed under high heat and pressure to form large sheets.