Cabinet Carcass (Box)

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• Plywood

  An engineered panel of thin wood veneers glued in cross-grain layers for strength and stability. Preferred over OSB for cabinet boxes and…

• Cabinet Crown Molding

  Decorative molding at the top of wall cabinets that finishes them to the ceiling or soffit. Adds a built-in, finished look and is a commo…

• Butler's Pantry

  A transitional service space between kitchen and dining room with counter, cabinets, and often a sink — used for staging, serving, and ex…

• Cabinet Refacing

  Replacing doors, drawer fronts, and applying new veneer to existing boxes while keeping the carcasses. A mid-cost refresh that only works…

• Butcher Block

  A counter of glued wood strips. Warm and repairable but needs oiling and is vulnerable to water and heat — often used as an accent run ra…

• Cabinet Refinishing

  Sanding and repainting or restaining existing cabinets and doors in place. The lowest-cost cosmetic update; results depend heavily on pre…

• Bullnose Edge

  A fully rounded counter edge. Soft and traditional; hides chips well but reads less modern than a square/eased edge.

• Cabinetry Tier

  The stock / semi-custom / custom budget band. Because cabinets are typically 30–40% of a kitchen budget, the tier chosen is the single bi…