The Most Commonly Used Cabinet Materials – What to Know Before Having Custom Cabinetry Installed in Your Home in Sarasota

Having custom cabinetry installed in your home in Sarasota can be a momentous occasion. Although store-bought cabinets may be less expensive, custom cabinets arguably provide better overall value as they are built to last and can better align with your personal design goals.

It is important to remember, though, that not all custom cabinet installation projects utilize the same materials. The following is a brief overview of the most commonly used cabinet material types:

HARDWOOD

Though durable, hardwood is typically used in just two areas of cabinet construction: drawer and door fronts, as well as face frames.

PLYWOOD

Produced by layering wood at alternating right angles and fusing them together with the aid of glue, heat, and pressure, plywood has an exceptionally high strength-to-weight ratio and is ideal for cabinet sides, backs, drawer bottoms, and shelves.

MDF

Medium-density fiberboard, or MDF, is a popular cabinet material. Though cheaper than plywood, if offers many of the same structural benefits.

PARTICLE BOARD

Particle board – made of pressed-together recycled wood products – is inexpensive although not particularly durable. A reputable high-end cabinet contractor should not use particle board in any of its installations.

For more information, contact Allikriste, a home cabinet design and installation firm serving Sarasota, FL, with NKBA-certified cabinet makers on staff. We specialize in kitchen cabinets, master bath cabinetry, home library shelving, custom home entertainment systems, and more.