Friday, August 8, 2014

Which Wood to Pick for Your Cabinetry? The Pros and Cons of Types of Wood

The time to change kitchen and bathroom cabinetry has arrived. You’re both excited and worried at the same time. You’re excited for some home improvement, but you’re worried about whether your choices will be the best for your home.

This mixed feeling is only normal for every homeowner who undergoes home improvement. Simply because every homeowner wants the best for his or her home. But don’t worry too much; this should be a fun time for you. To help you out, here are the different types of woods and their colors as well as why you should or shouldn’t pick them:

·       Ivory/White wood is often laminated. This type of wood is cheap, yet it offers your cabinetry with a timeless and classic look. Since it’s white, it also makes the room look more spacious. However, ivory colored wood can easily show dirt.
·       Oak wood is a popular choice, because it’s cheaper than cherry or maple wood. Oak is durable and features an open-grain that can be colored yellow, white or red. However, oak wood consists of a lot of grains. Unless you want that, don’t get it. Also avoid fake laminate wood trying to achieve an oak finish, this just looks cheap.
·       Pine wood is the least expensive, but it offers a rustic look if that’s what you like. However, since it’s quite cheap, it is not as durable. Pine wood is soft and can easily dent.
·      Maple wood is a choice for people who like little grains on their wood. It has minor variations. However, Maple wood can look confusing when on veneer.
·      Cherry wood is well-loved because it has a beautiful grain. However, you’ll have to make sure that you pick the right color since it comes in a wide array of varieties from yellows to reds. In addition, Cherry wood is the most expensive of all types of wood.
·         Hickory wood is cheaper than Cherry wood and it’s durable too. However, Hickory has lots of variations as well. Be sure to check each one out and find what you like.
·      Dark Stained wood is great for cabinetry that requires a classic look that’s more on the dark side. However, the only risk you’ll be taking with dark stain is that when it chips, the wood beneath the stain will be seen. Also, since it’s dark, it easily shows dust and scratches.

Home improvement projects will require you to spend money, which is why you should only pick the right cabinetry. Home improvement is always an investment, so don’t hesitate to spend on something worth the money.

Angel's Professional Cabinetry
8870 N Himes Ave Suite 251 Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 394-5985

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