Characteristics of Wood
The wood cabinetry in your space is new to you and has been newly processed. However, since wood was created by nature, it had a life prior to your project. During its journey, your wood was exposed to the elements and inherited characteristics such as pinholes, knots and mineral streaks. No two trees are alike, so variations in grain, texture and colour are inherent in all wood products. Wood parts will have similarities, but they will never look exactly the same from piece to piece. The beauty and distinctive appearance of these characteristics are proof of the unique and natural beauty of wood.
As a natural product, the wood in your cabinetry will adjust to life in your home. Wood will continue to expand and contract as seasons change, as the humidity in your home fluctuates, and as you go about common household activities such as cooking. Hairline cracks in the finish at the joints of your doors are common and will not compromise the strength of the joints. These cracks will be more noticeable on solid Paint and Paint/Glaze finishes and are not considered a defect and are therefore not eligible for warranty. We recommend that you maintain a humidity level of 40—50% in your home.
Though our finishes are produced to enhance and protect your cabinetry, they will react to prolonged exposure from cooking, tobacco smoke and humidity. This exposure may cause your cabinetry to change in colour over time. This is a common trait of wood cabinetry and furniture. Again, we recommend maintaining humidity levels of 40 to 50% to alleviate warping, shrinkage and cracking in your wood cabinets.
Regular maintenance is also important to ensure that your cabinetry looks beautiful for many years.
