Materials and hardware for complete kitchens

A kitchen outlives several coats of paint, so put the money where the water is. The carcass — the boxes — should be BWP or marine-grade ply; this is the one place not to economize. Shutters are where looks and budget play out: laminate shutters are the durable, sensible default; acrylic gives a mirror gloss at a higher price; membrane sits in between.

Soft-close hinges and channels cost a little more and are worth it — a kitchen drawer opens thousands of times a year. Bring your kitchen’s measurements and the gas and sink positions, and we will help you spec carcass, shutters and hardware in one sitting.