partial overlay
Partial overlays are considered the standard option in the industry. In this case, the door lays over the door frame by half an inch. The actual space between the doors is around 2 inches.Common kitchen styles with partial or half-inch overlays include:
- Traditional
- Classic
- Cottage
- Contemporary
full overlay
A full overlay rests entirely on top of your cabinet's face frame, leaving no gaps or spaces in between. This is achieved by creating cabinets with larger fronts to cover the frame. Often, the hinges are also hidden, so the only part visible is the door and the knob or handle.
Typically, modern, sophisticated kitchens with minimalist designs feature cabinets with full overlays. Further, overlay cabinets have a larger storage capacity than other options, making it easier to fit in larger kitchen tools.
Typically, modern, sophisticated kitchens with minimalist designs feature cabinets with full overlays. Further, overlay cabinets have a larger storage capacity than other options, making it easier to fit in larger kitchen tools.
inset
Inset is very similar to a framed cabinet, however the doors and drawers actually fit inside the face frame as shown below. Inset offers what many consider a classier and somewhat more traditional look. Inset cabinets have a very smooth, clean, and more custom feel as everything sits flush
beaded inset
Beaded inset cabinets are face framed cabinets with inset doors and drawer fronts that have a 1/4″ bead detail around each door and drawer opening.
As is true for all of our face framed cabinets, the chosen materials and finishing dramatically change the finished look.
As is true for all of our face framed cabinets, the chosen materials and finishing dramatically change the finished look.
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RED OAK
Red oak features distinct curved and straight grain patterns, it can be adorned with anything from a clear coat finish to a dark stain. Very hardy, strong, durable, and moderately priced, making it a favorite for kitchen cabinets. Red oak works with a variety of styles and finishes. Although not done very often, red oak cabinets can also be painted – producing a nice, textured surface you won’t find on many other painted cabinets.
While oak often has the connotation of being a more traditional-looking cabinet wood, there are plenty of ways you can put a modern flair on oak cabinets!
While oak often has the connotation of being a more traditional-looking cabinet wood, there are plenty of ways you can put a modern flair on oak cabinets!
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WHITE OAK
Compared to red oak, white oak cabinets feature a subtler grain with more of a golden tone. A bit stronger than and just as durable as red oak, lending to a little bit of a higher price tag. White Oak is a dressier, more modern option that lends itself well to a variety of design style—from modern rustic and coastal, to Scandinavian-inspired and minimalist.
White oak is more expensive than its red counterpart and is a frequent choice for custom cabinetry.It’s not recommended to stain white oak as it could put too much contrast into the grain.
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quarter saw (qs) white oak
Quarter-Sawn Oak (QSO or QSWO for White Oak) has Unique grain patterns are created by quartering the log then cutting the quarter using the heart as the edge rather than the center.
This process produces a distinctive and desirable straight grain pattern with an intriguing “fleck” that appears randomly across the grain of the wood.
Quarter-Sawn Oak, desired for its strength and durability, is a staple when it comes to Mission style cabinetry and furniture, made popular by the Craftsman style.
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rift cut (RC) white oak
Rift Sawn White Oak lumber has straight tight grain with heartwood that is a light to medium brown and commonly with an olive cast. The woods sapwood is nearly white to light brown and not always sharply demarcated from the heartwood.
This wood is purely aesthetic and achieves a straight grain pattern that cuts down on shiny spots in the grain known as flakes. It is most commonly used with oak because its wood grain is generally the straightest and free from cathedrals or variations.
ALDER - SOFTWOOD
KNOTTY ALDER
Knotty Alder is straight grained and contains solid, open knots in various shapes and sizes that produce a desirable, rustic appearance. This wood has a more dramatic grain and may contain a variety of pin holes, open and closed knots of various sizes and colors, small cracks, worm holes, worm tracks, bird pecks, mineral streaks and grain variations.
Knotty Alder is an excellent choice for staining, as it will take a natural finish or light to dark stain very well.
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clear alder
Clear Alder is a light hardwood with no knots, having a grain pattern similar to Cherry. Light brown and reddish undertones characterize it. It has straight, even-textured wood grain with indistinct boundaries between the heartwood and the sapwood.
If you’re looking for light wood kitchen cabinets, Clear Adler might be just what you need since there are many color options. The color of Clear Alder can range from light tan to a more red-brown color. It has a similar appearance to Cherry, but it’s a lot softer which is ideal for producing more distressed and/or antique finishes. Clear Alder accepts stain evenly, often making it indistinguishable from Cherry in appearance.
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cherry
Cherry wood is a closed-grain wood with colors that vary from light white to light brown with that well-known reddish hue. The grain is diverse so you may find pin knots, curls, random swirls, and gum streaks.
Woodworkers and carpenters rely on cherry wood for its quality, moderately hard texture, strength, and good shock-resistance making it a great choice for kitchen cabinets. This hardwood has been a commonly used wood for traditional furniture styles such as Mission, country, and Shaker, its versatility also lends itself for more sleek and modern style kitchens.
If your kitchen gets plenty of natural sunlight, expect your cherry cabinets to darken rather quickly. When picking your cabinets, it's best to choose a hue that you'd still enjoy if it turns a few shades darke
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WALNUT
Walnut has rich, warm tones and distinctive grain patterns, that add a touch of natural beauty and sophistication to any space. But what makes walnut cabinets truly modern is their versatility.
Walnut can adapt to various design styles, whether you’re aiming for a minimalist, industrial, transitional, or even a rustic look. Walnut can easily be complemented by modern hardware and finishes, such as brushed metal handles or sleek marble countertops.
Walnut can adapt to various design styles, whether you’re aiming for a minimalist, industrial, transitional, or even a rustic look. Walnut can easily be complemented by modern hardware and finishes, such as brushed metal handles or sleek marble countertops.
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MAPLE
Maple kitchen cabinets usually have a smooth grain and a non-porous surface making them a great option for a variety of finishes and paints. On some maple wood kitchen cabinets, you may also find varying bird's eye dots, mineral streaking, and curling grain. These cabinets can be stained in an array of shades including its natural honey color, brown, ivory, grey, and deeper cherry reds. Maple cabinets are ususally found in traditional, modern and iveroy style kitchens.
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birch
Birch wood ranges from nearly white to a light golden brown, which is the most consistent hue. It has a tight wood grain that is strong and heavy, with a high resistance to abrasion. Birch cabinets enable paints, stains and polishes to be applied with perfection.
Birch cabinets are resistant to the elements and will provide a sturdy structure for any cabinetry in your home.
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HICKORY
Hickory wood cabinets are an affordable counterpart to cherry wood and give a rustic aesthetic. Hickory's unique two-toned appearance is made up of natural streaks of lighter white, and darker reddish wood.
Because a stain can't penetrate the tight grain of this wood and veining can vary in a single cabinet, hickory wood cabinets are typically sealed with a clear finish. Additionally, this high-quality wood can last for decades.
Because a stain can't penetrate the tight grain of this wood and veining can vary in a single cabinet, hickory wood cabinets are typically sealed with a clear finish. Additionally, this high-quality wood can last for decades.
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beech
Beech is known for its creamy-white to light-brown colour, fine, even texture, and subtle grain patterns. It’s a hardwood from trees that grow slowly, resulting in denser, stronger, and more durable wood than softwoods.
Beech wood's inherent beauty lends itself well to an array of finishes, taking on the characteristics of the applied stain or finish remarkably well. From modern minimalistic settings to traditional, rustic interiors, beech's adaptability can meet the demands of various aesthetics.
partial overlay
Partial overlay (also known as standard overlay) cabinetry was the industry standard for many years and looks exactly as it sounds; the door only partially covers the cabinet face frame, leaving large gaps.
The design exposes 1″ to 2″ of the cabinet face frame between doors.
full overlay
In full overlay cabinet styles, the doors and drawer fronts almost completely cover the cabinet face, revealing as little as 1/4″ to 1/2″ of frame between doors.
This creates a continuous look and minimizes the visible gaps between each cabinet door. The smooth profile enhances a transitional or contemporary style.
This creates a continuous look and minimizes the visible gaps between each cabinet door. The smooth profile enhances a transitional or contemporary style.
Inset
The inset cabinetry style is dramatically different than overlay doors. The door and drawer fronts sit inside of the cabinet face frame openings, flush with the face frame. The inset door, closely associated with Shaker, Craftsman, and Mission styles, was the first cabinet door type and has been around for centuries.
It takes precise craftsmanship to fit the inset door or drawer inside the face frame. It uses different hinges (revealed or concealed) than overlay styles. Doorstops are required in the cabinet box because the door does not rest or stop on the face frame when closed.
It takes precise craftsmanship to fit the inset door or drawer inside the face frame. It uses different hinges (revealed or concealed) than overlay styles. Doorstops are required in the cabinet box because the door does not rest or stop on the face frame when closed.
DOOR AND DRAWER STYLES
shaker
Shaker cabinet styles feature simple, clean lines, lack ornate details or embellishments, and adhere to transitional style. The style typically have recessed panels and may be constructed with either raised or flush panels.
Its classic style features five pieces: a recessed center panel framed by simple four raised pieces (called rails on top and bottom, and stiles on the sides). The shaker cabinet frame is constructed with cope-and-stick technique, joining the rails and the stiles at a 90-degree angle with a mating part on each side to securely join them.
Popular for use in many styles from traditional, contemporary, transitional, cottage, farmhouse, and industrial.
Popular for use in many styles from traditional, contemporary, transitional, cottage, farmhouse, and industrial.
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slab
Slab styles are the most self-descriptive door construction type – one slab of wood makes up the entire door or drawer front. The slab may be made from hardwood staves displaying wood grain, but most are made of engineered wood covered with hardwood veneer and edge-banded sides.
Popular in modern, minimalist, contemporary, Mediterranean, and industrial styles.
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recessed panel
The recessed or flat-panel style provides a cleaner and sleeker profile than the raised panel style. This works well with transitional and contemporary looks. Traditional recessed panels have a slightly beveled or angled design at the seam of the recess, made with mitered joints that join at 45-degree angles in the corners of the frame.
Popular in modern, contemporary, farmhouse, and transitional styles.
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raised panel
The raised-panel cabinet style, where the center panel rises to the height of the frame, has been by far one of the most popular cabinet styles over the past 40 years.
Raised-panel styles offer the most detail in the profiles and contours of the center panel and the frame. This is a versatile look that can complement both traditional and transitional decor.
Popular in traditional, classic, cottage, farmhouse, coastal, Mediterranean, and transitional styles.
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Mullion cabinet doors
Mullion cabinets are a type of cabinet that features decorative vertical or horizontal divisions, or “mullions,” between the glass panes in the door fronts.
While they are often used to create a stylish focal point in the kitchen, Mullion cabinets can also be functional, providing extra storage space for small items. In addition, Mullion cabinets can be used in combination with other cabinet styles to create a unique kitchen design. Popular in traditional, coastal, and both country and modern farmhouse styles.
While they are often used to create a stylish focal point in the kitchen, Mullion cabinets can also be functional, providing extra storage space for small items. In addition, Mullion cabinets can be used in combination with other cabinet styles to create a unique kitchen design. Popular in traditional, coastal, and both country and modern farmhouse styles.
butcher block
True butcher block, made from strips of wood bonded together, serves as a work surface. It is the only countertop material appropriate for slicing and chopping. Most wood countertops are made from maple, though oak, cherry, walnut and teak are also used
solid surface
Solid surface, like quartz, is a manufactured product that combines natural elements with resins and pigments. Solid surface countertops use mineral dust (often from marble waste) and a mix of resins and pigments to create a non-porous material that can be installed with virtually no seams.
Solid surface countertops are known for their versatility, as they are available in endless colors and patterns to suit any preferred aesthetic. You can choose between solid, speckled, sparkling, and veined solid countertop options, among others.
GRANITE
Granite countertops are slabs of quarried stone. Granite counters are produced from purely natural stone that comes directly from stone quarries and is then cut into thin slabs, polished, and fabricated into countertops.
Granite countertops look unique because no slab is like another. Every granite slab is slightly different in mineral pattern and color, meaning that your countertop will be unique.
quartz
Quartz countertops are synthetic stone products made of quartz chips or dust mixed with resins. Most of the material is composed of minerals but up to 15-percent can be resins and color pigments. Quartz countertops are not slabs of quarried stone.
Quartz countertops, as an engineered product, are more uniform in appearance than granite countertops. Many colors and unique patterns are available. Quartz is usually engineered to resemble stone, but it is also manufactured in formats that do not resemble stone.
laminate
Laminate countertops contain a hard particle board core with layers of plastic laminate bonded over the top of it. The plastic laminate is tough and fairly durable, that come in the widest variety of colors and patterns of any type of countertop.
hard maple plank
Hard Maple butcher block countertops are beautiful and durable that perform double duty, serving as your kitchen’s primary work surface as well as a stylish focal point.
These countertops come in edge-grain or face grain style, with full length all wood strips running the entire length of the countertop. This provides an especially clean look that shows off the virtues of maple: soft, neutral tones; fine, tight grain patterns; and a consistent, almost uniform appearance.
These countertops come in edge-grain or face grain style, with full length all wood strips running the entire length of the countertop. This provides an especially clean look that shows off the virtues of maple: soft, neutral tones; fine, tight grain patterns; and a consistent, almost uniform appearance.
backsplash options
standard backsplash
Standard backsplash typically uses the same material as the countertop extending from the kitchen countertops to approximately three to six inches up the wall.
full backsplash
Full backsplash aslo typically using the same material as countertopd extending from the countertop to the bottom of the upper cabinets or reaches all the way up to the ceiling.
This is commonly used behind the range making cleaning significantly easier than tile. There is no grout to deal with cleaning and no grout lines. Having a solid surface backsplash behind your stove will give the entire space a cleaner and sleeker aesthetic.