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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, finishing styles and different types of wood, 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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Types of Wood for Cabinets

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

About KraftMaid Cabinet Finishes

Paints, stains and specialty cabinet 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 style distinctive.

Cabinet Terminology 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 cabinet terminology answers – from A to Z.

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