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Our cabinet material is 3/4” thick melamine furniture board which is thicker than the industry standard of 5/8”. This material is good balance of durability & cost.

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All about cabinetry

Our cabinet material is 3/4” thick melamine furniture board which is thicker than the industry standard of 5/8”. This material is good balance of durability & cost.

All about cabinetry

1. Cabinet line

Frameless cabinets are built so that the cabinet door attaches directly to the side wall of the cabinet. This means that when the cabinet doors are closed, there is no reveal or surround around the door.

2. Cabinet Construction

The Confirmat and dowel system is specifically designed for cabinet joinery, allowing for maximum durability and strength.

A. 3/4” Hard Rock Maple Melamine.

B. Easy additional adjustment to drawer fronts and box matching edge tape.

C. Full height adjustable shelves.

D. 6-way adjustable full extension soft close hinges as standard.

E. Commercial grade adjustable legs.

F. Soft close undermount Slides as standard.

G. 3/4” solid back as standard.

H. Constructed with heavy duty Confirmat Srews and Wooden dowels.

3. Cabinet Materials

Particleboard is an engineered product formed using waste wood products, such as sawdust, wood chips and sawmill shavings. The product is mixed with resin adhesives, formed into a sheet and heat pressed. The product is lightweight and relatively low cost.

Particleboard
Particleboard

MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) is an engineered composite product made up of small wood fibers from soft and hardwood. These are mixed with resin adhesive and hot-pressed to form a board.  

MDF has a smooth finish with no wood grains making it easy to paint and cut. It is a stronger and more dense material than particle board.

MDF-(Medium-Density-Fiberboard)
MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard)

Plywood is an engineered product made up of multiple sheets of veneer. The sheets are bonded and pressed together using adhesive to create one sheet. There are different grades and thickness of plywood dependent on the thickness and process used to compact during manufacturing. Plywood is a very sturdy material that is adaptable to different types of construction from flooring to cabinetry.

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Veneers & Solids

Natural woods provide a traditional look with intricate mouldings, wood grains and rich colours. We offer many different colours and patterns. Available in maple, oak, walnut, and cherry woods.

Stained Natural Woods
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Synthetics & Laminate

Synthetics and laminates are highly durable, less prone to discolouring and are easy to maintain. We offer many different colours and patterns to suit your design style.

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High Pressure Laminate (HPL)
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Textured Melamine (MFC)
High Gloss
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Wood Types

Natural wood with unique grains and colour.

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rich, variant, darkens overtime
light with some reddish-brown hues
pale green with pink or brown hue
rich, variant, lighten over time
light to medium brown
elegant, rich, variant
Grain
straight-grained, fine and even texture
smooth, even, natural markings
light, limited variations
straight-grained, fine to medium texture
smooth and straight-grained
consistent
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Kitchen Materials
Beech
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White Oak
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Walnut
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Countertop Selections

Natural stones in granite and quartz are extra durable and aesthetically appealing. Alternatively, our extensive selection of laminates offer beautiful options on a budget.

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