Let’s face it; the majority of homeowners spend more time in the kitchen than any other room in the house! We cook, eat, work and play in the kitchen every day. When planning a new kitchen design, it’s important to remember it weathers its fair share of damages with its endless supply of spills, bumps, drips, greasy fingerprints, dirty dishes, and foot traffic. Kitchen cabinets, counter tops, appliances and floors are all prone to a lot of this wear.
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A Day in the Life of Your Cabinets
Posted by: Merillat Marketing on 03/24/2010 | Permalinks | TrackbacksUV Light and Your Cabinets
Posted by: Merillat Marketing on 03/10/2010 | Permalinks | Trackbacks
The effects of UV light on wood cabinetry.
Although it’s not something you might think about, did you know that ultra violet (UV) light rays found in natural sunlight could affect the appearance of your wood cabinets over time? Here at Merillat, we’ve already thought of it! In addition to finishes that enhance strength and durability, smoothness, and general protection, Merillat applies UV inhibitors to all wood cabinetry as part of our finishing process. The finish on your cabinets will not change, but the wood may, depending on its natural characteristics. Factors that impact UV exposure include the amount and direction of light exposure and the portion of the cabinet that receives light.
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How to Clean Your Wood Cabinets Properly
Posted by: Merillat Marketing on 02/24/2010 | Permalinks | Trackbacks
It doesn’t take long before greasy fingerprints, food smudges, and buildup leave your wood kitchen cabinets looking grimy and dull. It’s easy to maintain and restore their luster in just a few simple steps. The main culprit is grease so you’ll want to clean your cabinets with products that fight grease but don’t create added buildup to make them look and feel sticky and oily.
Here are a few simple steps to help maintain and keep your wood cabinets in tip-top shape:
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