FROM THE WAREHOUSE TO MY HOUSE

Posted by Lucillemartin on February 26th, 2018

When homeowners decide to remodel their kitchen, one of the first things they begin to consider is the new cabinetry.

There are many different places for consumers to look when they are deciding what type of kitchen cabinetry to purchase. For example, they can buy custom cabinetry at their local home improvement store, or at a kitchen cabinetry discount center.

Kitchen cabinetry is an expensive purchase. And if you don’t buy wisely it will take up to almost half or more of the renovation budget.

Many consumers have opted for the convenience of shopping for their cabinets at a kitchen cabinet warehouse online, where they are apt to save at least 40 to 50% over home improvement store prices. It is a well-known fact that kitchen cabinets will be the most dominant element in the space. When you begin shopping for cabinets, you can easily become overwhelmed with all the variety of styles that you will be presented with.

Many consumers enjoy the advantage of shopping for their kitchen cabinets online because it enables them to be able to view a comprehensive inventory of cabinets and they are able to do it from the comfort of their own home.

You will find that there are laminates, hardwoods, and you will even find cabinets with lacquer finishes, just to name a few. When shopping for kitchen cabinets, it will be beneficial to do your research. For example, you will find that you will want to pick a certified brand. The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association will have certified the cabinets and will also have put them through a series of tests that will replicate years of normal kitchen abuse.

If you live in the state of California, you will not have any difficulty finding quality kitchen cabinets in Orange County. Once you begin shopping in Orange County you will see the quality construction of the cabinets and how they have been reinforced for stability. There are two types of popular cabinet construction. One is where the manufacturer will stabilize the cabinet using what is called an I-beam construction.

The other reinforcement is called a corner gusset or brace type of stability. However, an I-beam construction is the better of the two. This is because an I-beam will meet all four sides of the cabinet box, making it stronger and it aids in the box keeping its square shape. When cabinets retain their square shape it makes them easier to install.

You also want to make certain that the backings on your cabinets are of a full-height and in the same wood as the rest of the cabinet construction. A lot of manufacturers will use what is known as a rabbet joint, (better known as a notched edge). This backing will then be secured with hot glue and nails. When you have full backing it eases the installation process. And will also alleviate the need for hanging nails, because the backing is extended from top to bottom and from side to side. Also, it is important to realize that if there should be a need for a hole to be cut in order to accommodate plumbing or wiring the back will generally be able to retain its strength, and the shape of the cabinet box without additional reinforcement.

Therefore, if you are taking on a kitchen-remodeling job, which is one of the biggest and most important renovations in your home---you will want to make certain that you have done your research on the construction of the cabinets you are wanting to buy. So, be rest assured that you have given yourself the peace of mind in knowing that your kitchen cabinets will last for many years to come.