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Comments (28)So, you are saying that plywood is not good for frameless cabinets? and ...particle board contracts and expands considerable less than plywood. Doesn't it sort of imply that it is "better"? First of all, if A is better than B, it does not follow that B is not good. Secondly, you need to consider the application. The SS countertop application may require that property. Does it follow that frameless cabinets also require it? (As a side note, why wouldn't SS countertops use particle board? It is probably the cheapest material that meets the requirements they have.) Yes, you are correct that particle board is more dimensionally stable than plywood (which is, in turn, more dimensionally stable than lumber). Dimensional stability is one attribute that is good for cabinetry construction in general, and for frameless cabs in particular. However, plywood's dimensional stability is plenty good enough for frameless cabinetry. A little more dimensional stability, while arguably "better," is of little additional utility in practice. Plywood has other attributes that compare favorably to particle board. It is a lot lighter, and it stands up better to water. (Neither will survive a flood, but plywood can survive a quick soak that might kill particle board.) They are both appropriate materials for frameless cabinets, with very slight relative advantages and disadvantages. You will have to weigh off the cost, weight, offgassing, stability, and water-resistant properties to decide. (I chose plywood.)...See MoreKraftmaid Vantage vs Waypoint cabinets
Comments (24)Legacy is a lower end line...Presidential series is their super beefed up construction option, if I remember correctly. I used to sell Legacy years ago. The contractor works for you...is it in his contract that HE supplies the cabinets?? On one hand, I can understand why some contractors pick certain dealers to work with. They work well with them, trust them to get the order right....etc. Delays can cost a contractor a lot of $$$$. On the other hand, contractors need to find a good, better and best cabinet line options or they are limiting their clients on cabinet choices. You should tell him that at a minimum you want a semi-custom line. Semi-custom lines have better finishes. Legacy is a lower end line with several box construction options (ie Presidential). I wouldn't use that line...unless you are on a budget. But my guess is, presidential and semi-custom wouldn't be that far apart in price. My only other advice is on the espresso finish. It became popular about 10-15 years ago when Starbucks stores remodeled with all espresso finishes....to complement their 'coffee theme'. That style is now hugely dated. Consider another stain. If you want something more timeless, go with a medium brown....not too red or yellow. I've not seen the Legacy charcoal but assuming its a dark gray? or almost black? The gray trend is also starting to slide. But if you love it....go for it. It's your house....See MoreKraftmaid vs Deerfield Cabinets?
Comments (3)Curious if you decided to go with Deerfield and what your experience has been?...See MoreFabuwood vs. Diamond vs. Kraftmaid vs. Covered Bridge in 2022
Comments (2)If you plan on living in your home for a long period of time, you'll want to invest in plywood. It's not for every budget, but it's something that'll last. A particle board box is really just compressed wood chips held together by glue. Water and humidity will ruin that in no time. As for the different brands, I would say your best value is easily Covered Bridge. Even in its most basic construction, it is a 3/4" plywood box. Fabuwood is standard at 1/2", and Kraftmaid and Diamond don't even come standard with plywood, although many independent dealers only sell them with All-Plywood-Construction. Pricing obviously depends on your dealer, but generally Kraftmaid and Diamond price higher, and offer you less. Covered Bridge is a custom cabinet manufacturer. Kraftmaid and Diamond are semi-custom. Fabuwood is in-between stock and semi-custom. They have many more options than your average stock line, but they are still a little too limited to be considered truly semi-custom. As far as being an import cabinet, I wouldn't be too hung up on that. It's just a way to save on labor costs. None of these cabinets are flat-packed RTA cabinets. The only slight exception is Fabuwood does import everything in pieces and assembles them in New Jersey. This may turn some people off, but I would go to a dealer and look at each cabinet's construction, look at what styles and colors they offer, and then get a price. Fabuwood offers pretty much the same construction as Kraftmaid and Diamond if you upgrade them to All-Plywood Construction, but they can get you a better price. Covered Bridge is most likely going to price higher than Fabuwood, but you're getting a lot more bang for your buck. If you're anywhere on Long Island from Brooklyn to Montauk, I would consider checking out Consumers Kitchens & Baths. They carry all of these brands with the exception of Diamond. My kitchen turned out wonderful!...See MoreUser
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