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Order Select Grade to Reduce Mineral Streaks, Pockets and Color Variation

Standard grade wood can have a variation of light and dark tone for a more rustic look when finished in a light shade but is not as noticeable with dark stains.

Mineral streaks are more common in standard grade wood. They are not considered a defect in standard grade woods, as long as they are within 1/16” wide and no longer than 8”.  See the examples here.

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*IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT PAINTED DOORS

- WE ONLY OFFER PAINTED FINISHES ON PAINT GRADE HARDWOOD

Read about why below...

It is important to be aware that real wood naturally expands and contracts in response to varying environmental conditions. On painted cabinetry this process can cause the joints to move slightly, which can cause a crack in the paint along the joint. This crack or open joint line is not considered a defect and is common in painted wood cabinet doors. Please note that the finish will still protect the surface and the joint is structurally sound. These issues are shared by every manufacturer of painted wood cabinet doors and are not unique.

With wood being a natural product, the expansion and contraction will vary from one cabinet to another. Some wood joints may not reveal any joint lines while others may be more obvious, this is a natural process and can vary in the same cabinet.

Joint lines can be caused by environmental changes such as temperature and humidity or can be caused by repeated impacts of everyday use.

Due to these facts we provide an MDF (medium density fiberboard) center panel on all our paint grade doors to help eliminate these issues where the frame meets the center panel. This is the area where these issues arise most frequently and tend to cause the most trouble.

Please note that all paints are susceptible to discoloration over time from various household practices such as cooking, grilling, fireplaces and even from candle smoke. Discoloration can also occur from prolonged light exposure to either natural or artificial light.

With proper care and normal everyday use, solid wood cabinet doors last for generations.