Cabinet Material Type | High-traffic kitchens, budget-friendly | Particleboard (15mm, ASTM C635) vs MDF (18mm, moisture-resistant (48hrs) ▲ ISO 3500) vs Solid Wood (20mm, water-resistant (72hrs) ▲▲ ASTM D2016) | Solid Wood (▲▲) offers long-term durability and aesthetic appeal. | Particleboard may warp in humidity; solid wood is costlier. |
Countertop Material | Modern kitchens, easy maintenance | Laminate (2mm, ANSI A138.1) vs Laminate + Waterproof Backer (3mm ▲ ISO 13007) vs Quartz (9mm ▲▲ ISO 13007) | Quartz (▲▲) resists stains, heat, and scratches. | Laminate scratches easily; quartz requires professional installation. |
Finish Quality | Sleek aesthetics, commercial spaces | Painted (15μm, ASTM D3359) vs Melamine Board (20μm ▲ ISO 1284) vs High-Gloss Polyurethane (25μm ▲▲ ASTM D523) | High-gloss (▲▲) provides modern look and easy cleaning. | Painted finish may chip; high-gloss shows fingerprints. |
Structural Durability | Heavy-duty use, commercial kitchens | Particleboard (15N/m², EN 310) vs Plywood-Reinforced (25N/m² ▲ ASTM D1037) vs Steel-Reinforced Wood (35N/m² ▲▲ ASTM A36) | Steel-reinforced (▲▲) handles heavy loads and impacts. | Particleboard frames dent easily; steel adds weight. |
Design Customization | Custom homes, unique decor | Standard Colors (5 shades, ISO 105-A02) vs 10+ Colors/Stain Options (▲ ASTM D2244) vs Bespoke Wood Grain (▲▲ ISO 3690) | Bespoke designs (▲▲) perfectly match personalized aesthetics. | Limited colors in standard; bespoke options increase cost. |
Maintenance Requirements | Busy households, low upkeep | Annual Sealing (ASTM D522) vs Semi-Annual Sealing (▲ ISO 1519) vs Self-Cleaning Coating (No Sealing ▲▲ ASTM C1620) | Self-cleaning (▲▲) eliminates sealing and reduces maintenance effort. | Standard requires frequent sealing; coating may degrade over time. |