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Cabinets 101

Cabinets 101

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Title Know what goes into your kitchen and bath.
Sub Title Between construction techniques, wood species and different types of finishes, you might encounter some unfamiliar terms when you’re shopping for cabinets. Brush up on the basics so you know your grains from your glazes.
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Wood Characteristics

Explore the natural characteristics of all the different wood species we use, and get to know how wood cabinets perform over time. Get rooted in all things wood.

About Our Finishes

Paints, stains and specialty finishes give your kitchen its finished look. But that appearance is much more than just a color or tone. See what makes each KraftMaid finish distinctive.

Glossary

What’s a miter? How do I tell a raised panel from a recessed panel? Get straight, simple explanations for common cabinetry, remodeling and design terms. Find answers – from A to Z.

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