{"id":714,"date":"2017-08-23T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-08-23T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/architizer.wpengine.com\/cabinet-materials\/"},"modified":"2022-05-31T06:27:30","modified_gmt":"2022-05-31T10:27:30","slug":"cabinet-materials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/practice\/details\/cabinet-materials\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Right Kitchen Cabinet Materials for Your Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><p class=\"p1\"><i>The jury is deliberating... stay tuned for the winners of<\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/winners.architizer.com\/\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Architizer's A+Product Awards<\/i><\/span><\/a>!<i> Register for the <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.architizerproductawards.com\/a\/?utm_source=architizer&amp;utm_medium=blog\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>A+Product Awards Newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a><i> to receive future program updates.<\/i><\/p><\/p>\n<p>Classy cabinetry can make any home look like a million bucks. If a kitchen sports some stunning storage doors, then there\u2019s no telling what other intricate interior beauties can be found throughout the house. Because cabinets are a key factor in defining a kitchen\u2019s character, it\u2019s vital to <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/how-to-specify-kitchen-cabinetry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">choose the right style for your space<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Cabinetry can seem relatively superficial in comparison to the structural components of a building, but because kitchen cabinets take up well over a quarter of a kitchen remodel budget, it is imperative that architects and interior designers do their research before specifying this element. Arguably the most important part of picking out cabinetry \u2014 even more than style and functionality \u2014 is choosing the right material.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429611039cabinet-materials-62k.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429611039cabinet-materials-62k.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429611039cabinet-materials-62k.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429611039cabinet-materials-62k.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429611039cabinet-materials-62k.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429611039cabinet-materials-62k.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Cabinetry material choices; via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.home-style-choices.com\/kitchen-cabinet-quality.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Home Style Choices<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p>Many architects, interior designers and homeowners aim for solid wood as one of the main materials in a residence. But we already know that solid wood <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/engineered-vs-solid-hardwood-flooring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">expands and contracts<\/a>, so it is not always the best solution for kitchen cabinetry, flooring applications or countertops. In most cases, engineered wood products are used instead because they\u2019re just as reliable and a lot cheaper. The most widely used kinds for cabinet boxes are constructed from medium density fiberboard (MDF), plywood, particleboard with melamine and sometimes stainless steel.<\/p>\n<p>Setting aside the aesthetic qualities of the cabinet door, it also pays to give close attention to the interior construction of your cabinetry. Here\u2019s what you need to know about each material option:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034298862541400954371885.jpeg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034298862541400954371885.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034298862541400954371885.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034298862541400954371885.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034298862541400954371885.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034298862541400954371885.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Teal-painted MDF cabinets; via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/design\/rooms\/kitchens\/color-ideas-for-painting-kitchen-cabinets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HGTV<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Medium Density Fiberboard<\/b><\/p>\n<p>MDF is a high-grade composite material made from recycled wood fibers and resin. It\u2019s CNC-milled under high pressure, often in one-piece frames with the center cut out for the recessed panel. The dense and heavy product is nearly synonymous with IKEA cabinetry, as, over the years, the Scandinavian company has cornered the world supply for their various kitchen collections. MDF attracts consumers because of its resistance to cracking and peeling \u2014 meaning it\u2019s super easy to paint over. Plus, MDF is smoother than plywood.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65297 lazy lazy_media_item\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Plywood-kitchen-cabinetry-pros-and-cons-KBR-1024x533-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"954\" height=\"533\" data-wp-editing=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Plywood-kitchen-cabinetry-pros-and-cons-KBR-1024x533-1.jpg 954w, https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Plywood-kitchen-cabinetry-pros-and-cons-KBR-1024x533-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Plywood-kitchen-cabinetry-pros-and-cons-KBR-1024x533-1-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Plywood-kitchen-cabinetry-pros-and-cons-KBR-1024x533-1-400x223.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Image via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kbrkitchenandbath.com\/blog\/kitchen-cabinets-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">KBR<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>Plywood<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Many manufacturers gravitate toward producing plywood cabinets not only because it\u2019s a relatively low-cost material, but also because it\u2019s said to have a higher resistance to moisture and greater stability than MDF. Each board that makes up plywood cabinetry is layered like a sandwich, with thin wood piles glued on top of one another. An exposed plastic laminate, wood veneer or thermofoil coats the outside for added protection.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429416617download.jpeg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429416617download.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429416617download.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429416617download.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429416617download.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429416617download.jpeg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Particleboard; via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bostonbuildingresources.com\/advice\/kitchen-cabinets-plywood-or-particle-board\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boston Building Resources<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Particleboard<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Particleboard cabinets are maybe the least conventional cabinet-construction method. To create particleboard, wood chips and particles are combined with an adhesive, which is then fused together into the panels. This mixture is the least firm of all the options because it\u2019s basically shards of wood ground up into little pieces, and the only thing truly holding it together is the glue.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503435418955indoor-2.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503435418955indoor-2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503435418955indoor-2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503435418955indoor-2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503435418955indoor-2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503435418955indoor-2.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Via <a href=\"http:\/\/steelkitchenweb.com\/project\/stainless-steel-kitchen-cabinet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Steel Kitchen<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b> Stainless Steel<\/b><\/p>\n<p>While stainless steel gives a kitchen a coveted contemporary feel, it\u2019s somehow not as desirable as wood. Stainless steel is more commonly used in professional kitchens, but it\u2019s hard to clean off fingerprints and scratches. Stainless steel doesn&#8217;t expand and contract like wood, making it a nice option for moisture-rich places.<\/p>\n<p>Cabinets usually come ready to assemble, but semi-custom options are great if you want an added touch of control over the final product. One aspect of cabinetry that people often overlook are the drawers. Usually, these are made up of the same material as the cabinet box, but on high-quality cabinets, they might be made of solid wood so as to withstand abuse from future overuse. The drawer fronts will likely feature solid wood or MDF.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034351555761503429026216ideal_cabinetry.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034351555761503429026216ideal_cabinetry.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034351555761503429026216ideal_cabinetry.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034351555761503429026216ideal_cabinetry.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034351555761503429026216ideal_cabinetry.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/15034351555761503429026216ideal_cabinetry.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Typical plywood construction for wall-mounted cabinetry (top) and base cabinetry (bottom); via <a href=\"http:\/\/www.idealcabinetry.com\/AW.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Ideal Cabinetry<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<p>Despite the importance of specifying the right material for the structural body of the cabinets, the top priority of architects and their clients is often the cabinet door. It is, after all, the most visible and character-defining component of kitchen cabinetry, and there are endless options for specifying it. If your client wants the doors painted with a pop of pink or an elegant white, MDF is the way to go. Note, however, that MDF doors are grainless; so they can\u2019t be stained. If the classic natural look fits better with the overall design of the kitchen, choose solid wood doors constructed in a framed or slab format. Just be aware of all the wood swatch options you\u2019ll have to filter through.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\n\t<img class=\"lazy\"\n\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/blog.architizer.com\/wp-content\/themes\/architizer\/assets\/images\/blank.png\"\n\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429020030iStock-538947129_cropped.jpg?fit=max&#038;w=1680&#038;q=60&#038;auto=format&#038;auto=compress&#038;cs=strip\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429020030iStock-538947129_cropped.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1680&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1680w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429020030iStock-538947129_cropped.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=1080&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 1080w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429020030iStock-538947129_cropped.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=760&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 760w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429020030iStock-538947129_cropped.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=625&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 625w,https:\/\/architizer-prod.imgix.net\/media\/mediadata\/uploads\/1503429020030iStock-538947129_cropped.jpg?fit=max&amp;w=368&amp;q=60&amp;auto=format&amp;auto=compress&amp;cs=strip 368w\"\n\t\t\tsizes=\"(min-width: 1680px) 1680px,(min-width: 1080px) 1080px,(min-width: 760px) 760px,(min-width: 625px) 625px,368px\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\titemprop=\"contentUrl\"\n\t>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><i>Wood finish options; via<\/i><a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/vector\/wood-swatches-gm538947129-58547858\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><i> iStock\/elenabs<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It takes a lot of knowledge to carefully consider a well-crafted cabinet. Because cabinets take up the majority of space in a kitchen and the style and color can make them the single unifying design element in the room, it\u2019s key that architects, designers and homeowners know what they want when envisioning a completed kitchen. If you\u2019re interested in learning more about bespoke kitchen design such as multifunctional cabinetry, the art of hiding hardware or making a minimalist space, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/space-saving-cabinetry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">this article on Arhitektura d.o.o. <\/a>and their unique take on cabinet-making.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><p class=\"p1\"><i>The jury is deliberating... stay tuned for the winners of<\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/winners.architizer.com\/\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Architizer's A+Product Awards<\/i><\/span><\/a>!<i> Register for the <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.architizerproductawards.com\/a\/?utm_source=architizer&amp;utm_medium=blog\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>A+Product Awards Newsletter<\/i><\/span><\/a><i> to receive future program updates.<\/i><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plywood? MDF? Stainless steel? We give you the details on each.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"architizer_featured_type":"projects","architizer_featured_image":"2179686","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,2],"tags":[],"architizer_project":[],"architizer_brand":[],"architizer_firm":[],"architizer_product":[],"class_list":["post-714","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-details","category-practice"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Choose the Right Kitchen Cabinet Materials for Your Project - Architizer Journal<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/architizer.com\/blog\/practice\/details\/cabinet-materials\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to Choose the Right Kitchen Cabinet Materials for Your Project - Architizer Journal\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Plywood? 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