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FINISH
Finishes are used to protect and enhance the natural beauty of wood. Extra care is taken to assure a uniform finish. Because we are dedicated to customer satisfaction, we feel that it is important to explain some of the characteristics of Quality Cabinets finishes on hardwood.
Like fingerprints, characteristic differences in color and grain are produced by nature in every tree. These variations are what create the beauty and interest found in the wood. The variations in color, grain and texture will cause variation in the finish, even though identical finishing processes are applied. These variations are considered a natural characteristic of hardwood and are not a defect. We hope that you will appreciate and enjoy this beauty.
CHERRY FINISHES
Please note that Cherry hardwood is sensitive to light and the color naturally deepens as it ages.
Amber–
Amber is a translucent finish that emphasizes character, natural 0 variations in color, and grain of the natural Cherry hardwood. The variations of the natural wood are featured in this finish and are natural characteristics of Cherry. Your finish may vary from any samples that have been exposed to light.
Amber/Mocha–
Available in cherry glaze-able door styles only; Amber finish is highlighted with a medium brown glaze.
Amber/Vanilla–
Available in cherry glaze-able door styles only; Amber finish is highlighted with a light glaze.
Burgundy–
Burgundy is a multiple step stain which showcases the rich character of the Cherry hardwood. The color variations of the solid hardwood typify the natural characteristics. Your finish may vary from any samples that have been exposed to light.
Burgundy/Licorice–
Available in cherry glaze-able door styles only; Burgundy finish is highlighted with a deep brown glaze.
Cider–
Cider is a medium brown, multiple step stain, which showcases the dramatic grain patterns of Cherry hardwood. The color variations of the solid hardwood typify the natural characteristics. Your finish may vary from any samples that have been exposed to light.
Cider/Licorice–
Available in cherry glaze-able door styles only; Cider finish is highlighted with a deep brown glaze.
HICKORY FINISHES
Autumn–
Autumn is a medium color stain finish. The dramatic variations of the Hickory are slightly blended in this distinctive finish. The natural varia tions of the wood are blended to give a look that only real Hickory can provide. The character variation and wood color variation are natural characteristics of the hardwood and are considered features of this finish. A single door sample in Hickory may not be a good sampling of the variations you may expect in an entire kitchen.
HICKORY FINISHES (cont.)
Natural–
This natural finish accents the dramatic characteristics, variations in grain pattern, and wood color of the natural hardwood. A single door sample will not be a good example of all the variations this finish may offer in variety and contrast. The wide range of character and variations in the Hickory hardwood are considered features of this natural finish and are not defects.
Palomino–
Prominent variations in hickory allow this semi-transparent stain to range from a light brindle to a chocolate.
OAK FINISHES
Espresso
Dark semi-transparent finish Harvest– Light translucent finish that features the color range and grain patterns found in the natural wood. All variations in the wood are enhanced to create the warm natural look of the Harvest finish. Noticeable grain and color variations are inherent characteristics of this finish.
Royal–
Medium stain color. This finish features the bold look of the wood grain. The medium color blends many of the wood colors but allows the bolder variations of the natural wood color to create a beautiful finish. MAPLE FINISHES
Biscotti–
A cool, neutral brown semitransparent finish.
Biscotti/Mocha–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Biscotti finish highlighted with a medium brown glaze.
Butterscotch–
Light translucent no-wipe stain that features the natural look of hard maple. The stain color only lightly blends the natural color range and grain variation of the wood. This
finish contains noticeable grain and color variations.
Butterscotch/Mocha–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Butterscotch finish highlighted with a medium brown glaze.
Butterscotch/Vanilla–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Butterscotch finish highlighted with a light glaze.
Café–
A rich medium brown finish that draws out the grain characteristics of hard maple. This finish contains some grain and color variations which adds to its beauty.
Café/Licorice–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Café finish highlighted with a deep brown glaze.
Cordovan–
Dark rich stain on hard maple. The full range of the wood color is blended to make a beautiful finish. Noticeable color variations in the grain are a characteristic that is highlighted by the hand wiped stain. These characteristics are natural and exhibit the beauty of maple.
Cordovan/Licorice–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Cordovan finish highlighted with a deep brown glaze.
Dulce–
Dark Semi-transparent finish Natural– This finish consists of a clear sealer and topcoat that is applied directly to the wood without stain. The variations in grain, character and wood color are highlighted with this finish. The natural variations in the wood are considered a feature of this finish and are not a defect.
Praline–
Light-medium finish that blends the finish color with natural hardwood colors. The no-wipe stain application blends the different colors of the wood with the stain. The finish
process reduces the variation of wood colors and minimizes color contrast in the finished product. The natural wood grain and natural character continue to give the “real wood” look blended by the stain color.
Praline/Mocha–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Praline finish highlighted with a medium brown glaze.
Praline/Vanilla–
Available in maple glaze-able door styles only; Praline finish highlighted with a light glaze.
Sandstone–
Available in full overlay maple glaze-able door styles only; warm ivory, semi-transparent finish on maple, with details accented in a light, taupe glaze.
WHITE, BISQUE & SANDSTONE
Solid color finishes have certain characteristics that need to be understood. A complete understanding is important before purchasing White or Bisque cabinets.
All solid wood products experience dimensional change. Wood readily exchanges moisture with the surrounding atmosphere. In high humidity, wood picks up moisture
and swells. In low humidity, wood releases moisture and shrinks.
As normal minor fluctuations in humidity occur, the resulting dimensional changes will be insignificant. However, as normal wood movement occurs some compression
and separation will occur at the joints. When solid light colors are used, this movement will result in cracks at the joints. This is considered a natural characteristic of solid color finishes on wood. These cracks are not considered as defects but acceptable and not reason for replacement. |
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