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The basics to buying cabinets tend not to be so basic. Allow Huber Lumber Co. to walk you through what to look for when upgrading your cabinets - and the eye appeal of your kitchen or bathroom.

  • Set your budget: Kitchen cabinets can cost 40-50% of a remodeling project; budget accordingly.
  • Get certified: Look for cabinetry certified by the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturer Association. They simulate years of standard kitchen abuse upon the cabinets, applying humidity and temperatures from -5 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit to test durability.
  • Know your type: Are you a stock person or a custom person? With stock cabinets, you enjoy low prices and quick delivery. Semi-custom cabinets promise a wider variety of sizes, styles, and finishes. And custom cabinets are the most expensive, taking up to three months to make.
  • Choose your look: How big do you want your kitchen to appear? Light colored woods, like oak and maple, brighten the space, making a kitchen seem even larger. For a more dramatic, furniture feel, go with dark woods, like cherry or alder. If you want truly to tie the whole kitchen together, think about door trim kits for appliances crown moulding and under cabinet moulding, to match the spectacle of the cabinetry.
  • Anticipate fixes: Whether doing it yourself or contracting out, you should ask for a repair kit from your cabinet supplier. In this kit are assorted items to cover nails, repair dings, and attend to other cosmetic and functional features. Consider buying a few extra hinges and drawer-slide systems, as those key pieces wear down over time.
  • Donate, don't dump: When replacing an existing set of cabinets, help out organizations like Habitat for Humanity's ReStores by donating your old cabinet doors and materials. They can come pick up the cabinets or you can instruct your contractor to donate them.

When it is time to upgrade your cabinets, trust Huber Lumber Co. for top-notch building materials and kitchen design. Contact them at (513) 731-4035 to set up a consultation today.

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