Solid wood facades for the kitchen: characteristics, varieties and secrets of care

The choice of a kitchen set is one of the most important stages in arranging a kitchen, since this piece of furniture is the central element of the composition. The design of the kitchen space is usually thought out precisely based on the characteristics of the headset. Solid wood facades for the kitchen are still one of the most popular. Furniture items made of natural wood are ideal for different styles, look status, respectable.

In addition, wooden facades are durable, reliable, and their operating characteristics are extremely high. It is very important not only to make a choice in favor of natural wood, but also to choose a material of high-quality production. Italian facades made of oak, pine, ash, beech, birch are highly valued, but there are many other, more budgetary variations.

The type of wood is one of the defining moments in terms of quality, strength, price and appearance of the product.... Furniture facades are made from different types of deciduous and coniferous wood. Most often, furniture is made from pine wood. This is the most affordable, and therefore the most demanded material. The texture is rich, has a shade of light yellow. In addition to pine, the facades are made from the following types of wood:

• beech - do not have a pronounced texture, shades vary from gray to red;

• cherry - a high level of decorativeness, the shade of the shutters varies between pinkish and reddish;

• ash - the color of the valves is white with a yellow tint, the structure looks like straight fibers;

• birch - a classic, albeit rather expensive solution, shades vary from typically white to light brown;

• oak - such facades are very much appreciated, especially since there are quite a few shades, and the strength and respectable appearance are impeccable;

• alder - often used for complex facades in an original design solution, color from red to brown, has a yellow tint.

In addition to the options presented, cedar, valuable species of mahogany and ebony, are used for the manufacture of facades. Most often, these materials are intended for luxury furniture. The cost of the products is appropriate. How long a headset will last, how long it will retain its appearance - depends on the tree from which it is created.

Characteristics of pine facades:

• more economical option;
• look elegant, presentable;
• can be painted in almost any color;
• the texture is pronounced;
• will fit perfectly into any stylistic composition;
• sashes can be made of any size, shape, due to good workability;
• light pine scent will create a unique atmosphere and favorable microclimate;
• pine sashes - a universal solution for a house, cottage and apartment;
• the structure of the material is rather soft,
• if the facades are exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, they can fade.

Characteristics of oak facades:

• very durable, reliable material;
• keep a spectacular, respectable look for many years;
• more expensive than pine;
• resistant to temperature influences;
• are not afraid of high humidity, retain their appearance, do not dry out, do not deform even under the influence of steam.

Not every tree is suitable for making furniture. First of all, the moisture level of the wood should not be exceeded, the optimal values ​​are from 6 to 10%. In addition, the tree should not have knots and irregularities, and other serious flaws. In a reputable industry, humidity control is very serious.

As for the manufacturing process, the features of the constructive type are important here. First of all, the facades can be paneled and solid look. The latter are considered traditional, while the panels can be classic or in the form of a lattice. Lattice facades are formed from separate parts that are glued together. Those that consist of straight parts milled for insertion are called frame structures. Classic infills are formed from elements that have been processed to adhere to the frame around the perimeter.

Solid wood facades produce:

• from the board is a rather expensive option;
• from glued strips.

Solid wood is in high demand as a material for kitchen facades. It is preferred due to its many advantages:

• elegant, status appearance, such a headset looks presentable and elegant;
• original, characteristic of a natural-type tree, a pattern that cannot be formed artificially;
• absolute safety for health, since wood does not negatively affect the body, on the contrary, it has a beneficial effect;
• the service life is quite long, especially under the condition of careful use, adherence to the rules of care;
• is a universal, canonical material, you don't have to worry that the headset will go out of fashion in a few years;

However, with all the obvious advantages, one cannot but take into account the disadvantages of natural wood:

• a limited choice of detergents, aggressive compositions can cause irreparable damage to the facade and significantly shorten the service life, spoil the appearance;
• non-special resistance to ultraviolet rays leads to tarnishing, fading;
• the cost of natural facades is quite high in comparison with other materials, however, the safety and long service life justify this investment.

High flexibility to processing allows the production of variously decorated facades. The doors can be designed to suit every taste. Embossed carved type of decor:

• such facades look stylish, impressive, expensive;
• fit into different interior compositions;
• this type is quite expensive, since manufacturing is complicated by a variety of elements;
• for premium facades, carving, grinding is carried out manually;
• mass production uses milling machines to shape and grind.

The thread can be performed:

• along the perimeter of the frame contour;
• to create an insert of openwork type;
• completely over the entire surface of the door.

Bent type of doors:

• radius models fit more neatly into the interior of a small kitchen, allow rationalizing use;
• can be both concave and curved, the choice depends on the taste, size of the kitchen;
• absolutely safe;
• have an original appearance.

Lattice type of sashes:

• very effective;
• the lattice ornament can be varied;
• the variability of the size of the cells is widely represented.

Combined type options:

• allow you to combine different types of decorative finishes;
• they look very expressive and beautiful;
• it is important to combine decorative elements, according to the general concept

To determine the choice of manufacturer, it is worth looking through the furniture catalogs of various companies. Beautiful and durable facades are in the assortment of many furniture factories. The configuration, color, size of the facades can be any. Many companies offer ready-made facades for purchase; there are many options for making products to order. It is important, when choosing facades, to focus on the reputation of the company, consumer reviews. The following manufacturers of natural wood furniture have established themselves on the market:

• Poggenpohl;
• SieMatic;
• LEICHT;
• Alno;
• Häcker;
• LegnoStyle;
• "CALL";
• Forest;
• Karri;
• "Omega";
• Vitra;
• Furniture House.

If your kitchen has a classic style direction, you should contact the manufacturers from Italy:

• Bamax;
• Castello;
• Arka;
• Francesco Molon;
• Busatto.

Solid wood facades require special treatment. It is necessary to follow the operating rules so that the headset will serve for a long time and will not disappoint when used:

• permissible temperature fluctuations - from 15 to 25 C;
• optimum air humidity from 70 to 75%;
• it is necessary to ventilate the room;
• if the headset is installed in the country, heat it in winter;
• the headset must be promptly cleaned with a dry or damp cloth;
• when cleaning, repeat the direction of the tree pattern;
• grease and other stubborn dirt can be removed with a soap solution or suitable detergent;
• give up care products that contain abrasive substances;
• Ideally, the natural facade should be treated with a water-repellent impregnation type (wax, oil), then moisture, dirt and dust will not penetrate the wood pores.

For information on how a kitchen facade is made of natural solid wood, see the next video.