The wood veneer
The wood veneer is an interesting solution for those who want to take advantage of the beauty of wood at a lower cost. Note that it is a thin sheet of wood glued to a plywood, this material is more prone to damage and difficult to repair. One option still interesting for tablets whose cabinets are glazed panels.

Advantages:

* Less expensive than solid wood
* More resistant to moisture than solid wood

Disadvantage:

* Less resistant to breakage and scratching the wood.

Stainless steel and other metals
In terms of new materials, stainless steel made an entrance onto the market. It is mounted on a structure that gives it substance and avoids the metallic sound when opening and closing panels.

Among the advantages of stainless steel cabinets, note that this is an ecological material: it is not toxic, it is recyclable and easy to clean with products that are not chemical. Note also its resistance to moisture and temperature changes.

If you want to bring a unique touch to your decor, you may also consider options such as the surfaces of copper or brushed nickel. If the stainless steel creates an effect of modernity, these two metals make for their warmth and rustic decor, in addition to a beautiful patina over time.

Advantages:

* Highly resistant to moisture and temperature changes
* Green
* Provides a professional and contemporary decor
* Copper and Brushed Nickel confer heat setting and age well

Disadvantages:

* Let the scratches and stains fingers, requires frequent cleaning
* Expensive.

Glass
Glass is ideal for ease and clarify kitchen cabinets made of wood. It is generally used on signs cabinets, alternating with other materials, to create rhythm and reflect light.

We chose clear glass to highlight our most beautiful ornaments. However, be aware that the clear glass lets see fingerprints … and the mess! To overcome these two difficulties, one can also opt for frosted glass that hides these details.

Advantages:

* Reflects the light, thus lightening the room and enlarged
* Allows to make changes in materials used in ways that give more speed and more style
* Sets value of collectors’ items and objects that one likes
* Wide choice of finishes: frosted, tinted, beveled, colored, etc..

Disadvantages:

* Let fingerprints and disorder
* Fragile.