If you go with wood doors and drawer fronts, and wood veneer on the face frames and side of the cabinets it can get expensive. Wood doors are normally available in oak, maple, and cherry with the cost going up in the order that I listed them. If you go with thermo foil doors and laminate on the faces and sides of the cabinets it is less than half the cost. Themo foil doors are slabs of MDF (medium density fiberboard) which are machined with a router to any number of door profiles that you would see with a wood door. The MDF is then wrapped with a PVC foil using a special machine under pressure. The most common color of these doors are whites, although they are available in wood grain looks with the matching foil attached to a laminate sheet to use on the face frames and sides of the exposed cabinets. The question of whether it is worth refaceing rather than replacing. I normally do refacing when customers have already installed new granite or quartz countertops and realize that it makes their cabinets look dated. No one that I know will remove that type of countertop and reinstall it over new cabinets because of the chance of breaking it. In these cases refacing is the only option, or painting the cabinets. Refacing companies will also want to upcharge for new drawer boxes with cushion close, full extension slides for the drawers. Adding the upcharge to wood doors and drawer fronts brings refacing cost close to the cost of new cabinets.

I'm not sure. Since some "abuse" from children is envisioned you probably are better off with a somewhat temporary less expensive cabinet until the children are older. It's not worth worrying about an expensive cabinet ... like I said, wait until they're older & by then your taste might change anyway :)

Entrance is the first thing that guests come across upon their visit. Whether the home is big or small, its entry way has a significant impact over creating an impression. The place comprises of various items or parts that need individual attention. Front doors Toronto tend to be the most important aspect as they can bring a huge difference in overall aesthetic appeal. Their selection is crucial and therefore, always need expert assistance. One of the worth considering aspects is to go for customization that allow owners to choose everything as per their preferences. From the material to hardware, everything could be customized. But the question is that where to start from? What are the fundamentals to quality front door selection? Total Home Windows and Doors has designed this guide to explain every step. Single or Double Panel Doors Start with finding out the appropriate number of doors for which, it’s crucial to know that single doors are referred to as transitional doors that have one operating door slab. Double or French doors are provided with two door slabs that can move freely or may have a combination of operable and inoperable. Their selection depends upon the size of door opening, meaning that if the existing door is a single panel component, there wouldn’t be any chance to go for double door. Material Selection Next part of customization is to select the door material. Since every door has its own beauty, efficiency, durability and reliability level, it’s necessary to analyze the surroundings before finalizing one. Let’s have a look at some popular door materials: Wood: When it comes to adding natural beauty, nothing could be better than wood front doors Toronto. They are appropriate for owners who can spend a high amount for their elegance and gorgeous look. They even need annual maintenance or repair- sometimes, they may need painting or staining while sometimes, homeowners may have to remove old damaged frames. The biggest disadvantage is that wood is prone to rotting and warping. During snow storms, humid summers and heavy rains, they can cause a big trouble. Fiberglass: They are famous for being affordable than wood front doors Toronto. With a wide range of styles and colors with wood grain finish, they have the ability to mimic real wood look, thus don’t let others to find the difference! The best part is that fiberglass is resistant to rotting and warping. Steel: Steel doors usually provide the same benefits as that of fiberglass doors. With foam filled between the panes, they ensure energy efficiency and resistance from rotting and warping. Just like fiberglass front doors Toronto, steel components allow owners to save money on post-purchasing. Hardware Installation No door is complete until there are some cool hardware installations to promise satisfactory performance. From decorative glass to locks, anything can be added as per the requirements. Locks: A significant feature that is responsible to keep unwanted visitors out of the home. Total Home suggests to add deadbolt locks because they are the most durable and reliable options. Other items include padlocks, latches and hand locks. Transoms and Sidelight: In order to add elegance with functionality, transom and sidelights are the ultimate choices. The latter are installed on the sides of front doors Toronto and are paneled with windows. Transoms are added above the door as they are large windows available in different shapes, including rectangles, circles, square, semi-circles, etc. Mail Slots and Knockers: They are considered as the traditional and old installations that are not seen anywhere anymore. Both items are made of copper, steel, bronze and other metals to complement other aspects. Decorative Glass Door: Solid door slabs may, sometimes, become boring even after having mail slots, transoms, knockers and sidelights. In such situation, decorative glass doors are the solution. Since they are available in various designs and shapes, they can grab attention of neighbors and guests easily. Hire a Professional Company After making all selections, the final step is to find out the best and trusted contractor who can execute the plans with quality and perfection. Homeowners should have to find a company that promises efficiency and perfection at every stage. Total Home Windows and Doors welcomes homeowners to try their services and wait for quality results in the way they want.

Yes, pivot pocket door. If the door could pivot and stay inside the shower so you could clean it, that might work. If there is a "pocket" you cannot get to in order to wipe it clean, that wouldn't work well at all. To keep the door and any water on it in the shower, you might invest in the deepest shower possible and get a door that folds or collapses inside the shower. Another idea might be to have an overhead rain shower fixture or a shower fixture above the door of the shower aimed at the interior of the shower but, either way, unless there is at least a shower curtain, you could expect water to splash out. I'm currently using a clear shower curtain liner in lieu of a shower door and find it works well. It's easily wiped clean, budget friendly to buy or replace and it lets light into the shower which I find practical.