Tips for a Green Kitchen Renovation: Cabinets

Posted on January 24, 2019

In a typical home, the kitchen is the room that takes up the most energy. When making NYC kitchen remodeling plans, there are many things you can do to lessen the overall damage you are causing to our planet. There are a few big steps you can take to do this and also several little steps that can accumulate and make an impact. Even something seemingly small and overlooked such as the material you use for your cabinets can be a big help in maintaining a sustainable future.

Kitchen cabinets

Finding green alternatives for kitchen cabinet materials is not as easy as finding alternatives for flooring and countertops. But diligence can pay off, as there are cabinetmakers that do specialize in this sort of thing. It just takes a little time to find them

The cabinets you are looking for should be made of wheat board. Wheat board is a combination of a waste product known as wheat straw and non-toxic adhesives. This material is very similar to solid wood.

But if your kitchen currently has sturdy cabinets then there is no need to replace them. Don’t replace your cabinets if a simple coat of paint and a few modifications can make them seem like new again. Proper resealing can extend the lifespan of your cabinets.

If you want to match your cabinets with new stainless steel appliance then you can install chrome hardware upon them. Proper installation of chrome upon your cabinets will make them a perfect match for stainless steel fixtures and appliances in your kitchen.

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