The process of selecting the perfect knobs and pulls for your new cabinetry should take many factors into account. When it all comes together, the right knobs and pulls not only add to the design but also enhance the function of your cabinets. When you decide the time is right for new cabinets, there are a lot of...

The types of cabinet doors you choose has a big influence on the final look of your cabinets. Read about the differences between the most common styles and how to adding accent doors can make your new cabinets one-of-a-kind! Okay, so we’ve discussed some basic cabinet terminology, the difference between framed...

Along with deciding on the layout and style of your cabinetry, picking the right cabinet finish is a crucial part of putting together the perfect cabinet design for your home. The options are all but limitless, running the gamut from traditional stained finishes through solid paint colors all the way to modern...

The third installment of our Cabinet Terminology series explains the difference between stock, custom and semi-custom cabinets. We hear a lot of talk about what is and isn’t a “custom” cabinet. As you can imagine, we have a pretty strong opinion on the matter. To help you understand the differences between...

Knowing a few of the terms used to describe cabinet construction can help you decide what style will work best for your home. In this second article of our series, we take a look at the differences between the two ways cabinets are constructed: framed and frameless. So you’ve decided to get new cabinets. Awesome!...

“I want the thingamabob on the doohicky to look just like the doodads on the whatchamacallit.” Yeah, even if you don’t know the proper cabinet terminology we can usually figure out exactly what you mean. After all, we have been creating custom built cabinet solutions for our customers for a long time now. No...

One of the most popular styles of cabinet doors is called the Shaker door. While there are several subtle variations on the Shaker style available, they all have their roots in the furniture produced by the Mount Lebanon Shaker Society in the 1800s. When deciding on the options for your new cabinets, an important...

In our last post, we discussed the practical matters involved in buying new cabinets: taking measurements, doing research, and gathering samples. Today, we would like to tackle a tougher question: How do you choose the right cabinet style for you? We often encounter clients who are overwhelmed with all of the...