Find out more about kitchen cabinet materials for your next renovation project.
Without this information, it can be difficult to decide on the right choice for your kitchen.
Medium-density fiberboard, orMDF, is a relatively common option for kitchen cabinets.
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It can even be cut into different sizes and coated with laminate to increase the variability of thedesign.
Solid Wood
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Best for: Strength, durability, and long lifespan.
A top option for kitchen cabinetry is solid wood.
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Additionally, solid wood is an environmentally friendly option that is typically crafted with sustainable resources.
Plywood
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Best for: Lightweight design, easy repairs, and moderate durability.
Plywood is a lightweight yet durable material that holds up well when used to make kitchen cabinets.
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Particleboard
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Best for: Affordability, lightweight design, and stain-resistance.
The least expensive material it’s possible for you to use to make kitchen cabinets is particleboard.
Particleboard can take a screw once or twice, but repeated attempted will quickly crumble the material.
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This is to reduce the chance that a heavy pull rips the cabinet door off the cabinet.
Ultimately, the performance of particleboard as a kitchen cabinet material is reflected in the low price.
Melamine
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Best for: Water-resistance, heat-resistance, stain-resistance, and durability.
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Melamineboards are one of the most durable engineered wood materials available for kitchen cabinet construction.
The process ensures that the melamine will not peel away or delaminate.
Wood Veneer
Best for: Wood-like appearance, lightweight design, and easy maintenance.
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Laminate
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Best for: Heat-resistance, moisture-resistance, scratch-resistance, and stain-resistance.
Using laminate in the construction of a kitchen cabinet is a good way to keep costs low.
However, the durability of the product relies heavily on the quality of the material.
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It also tends to be susceptible to peeling and is difficult to reface or paint.
HDF and MDF can be effective options for kitchen cabinets.
These materials are lightweight, low cost, and relatively easy to work with.
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