Cabinet installation done by Mike Williams of Coordinated Kitchen & Bath. These kitchen cabinets and bathroom cabinets where installed in a beautiful North Vancouver home. Cabinets where crafted by both Columbia Cabinets and Hertco Kitchens.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Friday, February 14, 2014
North Vancouver Kitchen Renovation
This beautiful renovation was done in North Vancouver by Allan Wray of
Coordinated Kitchen & Bath. The kitchen cabinets where made by Hertco Kitchens. The natural quartz counter-top colour is Capri Limestone and was produced by
Silestone.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
North Vancouver Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen renovation in North Vancouver done by Mike Williams of Coordinated Kitchen and Bath. Beautiful french white kitchen cabinets on maple wood produced by Columbia Cabinets. Dynamic natural quartz counter-top created by Cambria. Counter-top colour is Windermere.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Kitchen Cabinets: Materials
Whether you are remodeling or renovating your entire kitchen, the cabinets will play a primary role in the overall mood, look, and feel of your kitchen. There are many different species of wood to choose from for your kitchen cabinets. At Coordinated Kitchen & Bath our design team believes choosing the right wood, finish, and cabinet style for your kitchen is imperative to creating the space and feel you desire. Below is a rough outline of different woods species popular for kitchen cabinets in Vancouver. Different woods, finishes and styles are available through partners Columbia Cabinets and Hertco Kitchens.
Birch: A dark and strong wood. Birch is known for absorbing stains, this allows it to ‘mimic’ other woods, passing itself off as a more expensive wood. Birch is prone to irregular colouring; this makes it a relatively inexpensive choice for kitchen cabinets.
Cherry: A hard wood that can withstand bumps and knocks. Cherry is a versatile wood that can be used for both traditional and contemporary looks. The reddish wood tends to darken over time thereby changing the tone and feel of your kitchen.
Hickory: Hickory is a pale wood that can be stained. However, its natural complexion is often best highlighted through the use of clear or natural finishes. Hickory is typically used to create a rustic or traditional feel in your kitchen.
Maples: Another commonly used wood, Maple is found in a wide variety of species. Maple is a fine-grain and lightly coloured wood. Maple is often finished with a clear or natural glaze, this helps give the kitchen a ‘lighter’ feel.
Oak: One of the most commonly used woods for kitchen cabinets; Oak tends to be the most economical choice. There are numerous species of Oak, the two most popular being Red Oak and White Oak. Red Oak is strong and durable. It comes in a wide variety of finishes, the two dominant being natural and honey. Red Oak is most often used for traditional kitchen cabinet styles. White Oak tends to be stronger and more durable that Red Oak. White Oak tends to have more subtle grains and a more golden hue.
Pine: A popular choice for creating a rustic feel in your kitchen. There are three different types of Pine - ponderosa, yellow, white. Pine is a pale wood that can be easily stained. It is also one of the softest woods available for use and thereby can dent easily.
Birch: A dark and strong wood. Birch is known for absorbing stains, this allows it to ‘mimic’ other woods, passing itself off as a more expensive wood. Birch is prone to irregular colouring; this makes it a relatively inexpensive choice for kitchen cabinets.
Cherry: A hard wood that can withstand bumps and knocks. Cherry is a versatile wood that can be used for both traditional and contemporary looks. The reddish wood tends to darken over time thereby changing the tone and feel of your kitchen.
Hickory: Hickory is a pale wood that can be stained. However, its natural complexion is often best highlighted through the use of clear or natural finishes. Hickory is typically used to create a rustic or traditional feel in your kitchen.
Maples: Another commonly used wood, Maple is found in a wide variety of species. Maple is a fine-grain and lightly coloured wood. Maple is often finished with a clear or natural glaze, this helps give the kitchen a ‘lighter’ feel.
Oak: One of the most commonly used woods for kitchen cabinets; Oak tends to be the most economical choice. There are numerous species of Oak, the two most popular being Red Oak and White Oak. Red Oak is strong and durable. It comes in a wide variety of finishes, the two dominant being natural and honey. Red Oak is most often used for traditional kitchen cabinet styles. White Oak tends to be stronger and more durable that Red Oak. White Oak tends to have more subtle grains and a more golden hue.
Pine: A popular choice for creating a rustic feel in your kitchen. There are three different types of Pine - ponderosa, yellow, white. Pine is a pale wood that can be easily stained. It is also one of the softest woods available for use and thereby can dent easily.
Friday, January 31, 2014
Kitchen Cabinet: Plywood Core Options
Kitchen Cabinets cores are constructed primarily out different plywood options. When discussing plywood, several different types of board can be referenced, including Particle Board, MDF, and Veneer Core. At Coordinated Kitchen & Bath we have created a rough outline of three different plywood options.
Particle Board uses the coarsest wood out of the three options; it is formed out of adhesives, fibers, and wood shavings/chips. Particle board is often overlooked for Kitchen Cabinet use in relation to MDF and Veneer Core due to its surface and edges being not as durable, smooth, and consistent.
Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) is made from fine wood fibers that are glued and compressed together under great pressure. The material is stable, consistent, and durable. Because MDF is made from compressed wood fibers to the area under the veneer is often very stable, this results in better veneer consistency and durability for your Kitchen Cabinets.
Veneer Core Plywood is more from three (or more) layers of wood veneer. The veneer consists of cross-layered pieces which are then bonded together through an adhesive. Due to the construction process veneer is very stable and resists cracking and warping. It is the most durable out of the three materials.
Particle Board uses the coarsest wood out of the three options; it is formed out of adhesives, fibers, and wood shavings/chips. Particle board is often overlooked for Kitchen Cabinet use in relation to MDF and Veneer Core due to its surface and edges being not as durable, smooth, and consistent.
Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) is made from fine wood fibers that are glued and compressed together under great pressure. The material is stable, consistent, and durable. Because MDF is made from compressed wood fibers to the area under the veneer is often very stable, this results in better veneer consistency and durability for your Kitchen Cabinets.
Veneer Core Plywood is more from three (or more) layers of wood veneer. The veneer consists of cross-layered pieces which are then bonded together through an adhesive. Due to the construction process veneer is very stable and resists cracking and warping. It is the most durable out of the three materials.
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