There are a number of options when choosing a cabinet material, some of the most popular are, wood, laminate, and metal.
Each has its advantages and disadvantages and it is worth spending some time researching the numerous options.
Wood doors are covered in the next section due the the large number of combinations of styles and colors available.
Laminate
Laminate cabinet doors can have endless possibilities in color, texture and shine.
You can go for a soft look with creamy colours and a matt finish, or, if you want to make a real statement, choose Italian-style with glossy fronts and bold colors.
A great advantage of laminate cabinets is that they are virtually maintenance-free. Wood is a natural product and prone to changes in temperature and humidity and needs a lot of care, but laminate only needs to be wiped clean occasionally.
Laminate doors suffer from a lot less wear and tear than laminate countertops and should stay looking good for a long time.
Glass
Large expanses of wood or laminate in a kitchen can look good sometimes but if you want to break up the monotony, glass doors can be used every now and again. Transparent glass is used for displaying crockery etc., (or if you just want to see inside the cabinets) and frosted glass for a concealed, but still open look. Regular glass will look good in both traditional and contemporary kitchens, whereas frosted glass works best in contemporary kitchens.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is another material used for kitchen cabinets, although it is mostly used for worktop and appliances. It gives a very different and unique character to your kitchen and looks clean and professional. It is easy to keep clean and is very durable, but it is also very costly. If you want a clinical industrial feel to your kitcehn then choose stainless steel but for a less stark effect, combine it with wood or a warm paint colour on the walls.
