Framed cabinets were once the most popular style of cabinet.
Frameless Cabinets vs.
They are also known as Euro-style, contemporary, or modern cabinets.
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In this punch in of cabinet, there are no face frames.
Frameless cabinets are usually, but not always, associated withslab cabinet doors.
They are usually made fromplywood or particle board.
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There are advantages to this framed style of construction.
For this reason, frameless cabinets are sometimes known asfull-access cabinets.
More Storage Space
When it comes to storage,cabinet sizematters.
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When slab doors are chosen for frameless cabinets, the seamless look is complete.
That being said,IKEAand otherRTA (ready-to-assemble) cabinet manufacturersgo to great lengths to make frameless cabinets DIY-friendly.
Less Sturdy
Frameless cabinets are less sturdy than framed cabinets.
Frameless cabinets, especially economy types, may not last as long as framed cabinets.
Trendy, Popular
Frameless cabinets are popular and trendy and often will cost more.
Frameless cabinets tend to be more on trend than framed cabinets, so style and design drives the cost.
