Eco-friendly Cabinet Refacing Supplies: The Green Materials You'll Need to Build Your Own Cabinets
By Kelly RichardsonRefacingCabinet.com Columnist
As the winter months approach, interior home improvements begin. One of the more popular rooms in which to begin is the kitchen. And those embarking on kitchen renovations are going green. Here's how:
Green Cabinet Refacing Supplies
Going green in the kitchen requires a bit of knowledge about the various environmentally-friendly cabinet refacing supplies available. Case Green Cabinetry reveals the popular green cabinet refacing supplies that are gaining a following among pro-environment homeowners.
- Wheat Board Composites. A low-emission Agriboard substrate comprising harvested wheat straw fiber and a high-performance polyurethane resin; Medite II is a common brand name product
- Environmentally Friendly Wood Species. Includes bamboo, lyptus wood, and wood with reconstituted veneers
- Reclaimed and Recycled Woods. Sustainably harvested woods that are available in mixed species
- Bio-composites. Wood-free, non-toxic alternatives to wood and wood fiber materials
- Eco-conscious Finishing Materials. ABS edge banding substituted for traditional PVC edge banding; green thermoplastics for laminates and veneers.
Tools Needed to Build Your Own Kitchen Cabinets
Keep in mind that refacing kitchen cabinets can be a complex project for those with little do-it-yourself (DIY) experience. Having the necessary tools is the first step. Brian Simkins, Do It Yourself.com writer and home improvement expert, offers this list of must-have cabinet refacing supplies to build your own kitchen cabinets.
- Circular Saw
- Clamps
- Cordless Drill
- Hammer
- Handsaw
- Level
- Miter Saw
- Nails
- Pencil
- Pneumatic Nail Gun
- Screwdriver
- Screws
- Small Pry Bar
- Straight Edge
- Tape Measure
- Utility Knife
- Wood Glue
The combination of green supplies and the proper tools increases your chances of pulling off this eco-savvy do-it-yourself cabinet refacing project. To keep the cost of the project under budget, consider renting the power tools as opposed to buying new.
About The Author
Kelly C. Richardson, MEd is a freelance writer and manic do-it-yourselfer. He specializes in home improvement projects ranging from savvy landscaping to house repair and beyond. Find out more about him at kellyrichardsoncopywriting.com.
