INTERIOR DESIGN FOR THE REST OF US V
By Donkey Loco
Here I shift gears to get you inside to do some really great Interior Design jobs. Lots of great tips and tricks with plenty of suggestions and ideas to get your projects up and running real quick. Dont stop now just take out your tools, notes and of course a printed copy of this eBook, lets get going.
Updating the kitchen is a goal for many homeowners, but once new appliances are chosen, the budget may not stretch to new cupboards. An unfinished kitchen cabinet can save the project and the budget as well as permitting a truly individual look.
Kitchen cabinets can be built-in or freestanding, and unfinished kitchen cabinets can be purchased of either type. In both cases, the construction is likely to be better than that of refinished cabinets in the same price range. Unfinished cupboards are constructed from real wood, not particle board (a product made of bonded wood chips), so they are sturdier and last longer. This is especially important in the kitchen, where hard use is the norm. Many refinished cupboards are actually made of particle board covered by a wood veneer. Unfinished kitchen cabinets are typically made from high-quality kiln-dried wood that has been carefully handled and is free of knots, cracks, and other weaknesses.
If you want the look of natural wood in your kitchen, the unfinished kitchen cabinet can be simply stained and sealed. Most unfinished pieces need additional fine sanding before finishing. This eliminates any surface fuzz or roughness that will show when the stain is applied, as well as removing any oils that may have clung when the furniture was touched by human hands. Use very fine sandpaper, and always sand in the direction of the grain. Then rub the surface with a tack rag to remove any dust. Stains can be water-based or oil-based, liquid or gel, designed to be the first step in a multi-step procedure or incorporated into a one-step finishing project. Each manufacturer issues directions and safety warnings with its products. Be sure to follow all safety precautions and to follow directions carefully. A strong, water-resistant topcoat is desirable in the kitchen, and polyurethane is a popular choice for unfinished kitchen cabinets.
