Kitchen fronts are the calling card of a kitchen. They set the look and give the room character. From cozy to modern to classic elegant, anything is possible – provided you choose the right materials. When choosing between wood, glass, and the like, functionality plays a role alongside design, of course. After all, your kitchen should be an investment for the next 20 years or more. Every material has its advantages and disadvantages. Your requirements and taste decide.
To make your choice a little easier, Westfalia Möbel-Peeck GmbH in Mannheim and Worms introduces you to the most common materials for kitchen fronts below. But don't forget: haptics also count. The kitchen store would be happy to invite you to Cottbus to experience the exhibition kitchens up close.
Wood – warm & natural
Wood fronts are a classic among kitchen materials – and rightly so. The natural raw material creates a warm, cozy ambience where everyone feels at home. Depending on the type of wood and treatment (stained, limed, glazed, etc.), you can give your kitchen a rustic charm or a contemporary look. The highest quality variant is solid wood, but the more affordable real wood veneer is also impressive.
+ Natural appearance
+ Warm, cozy appeal
+ Long lifespan
– Regular maintenance required
– High-priced (solid wood)
Plastic – versatile & affordable
If you want to really let loose in terms of design, a plastic front is the best choice. Foils, melamine resin, or laminates are applied to the carrier boards – depending on the requirements the fronts must meet. Wood and natural stone imitations are just as popular as special patterns for decors.
+ Low acquisition costs (especially foil)
+ Durable
+ Easy to clean
+ Diverse design options
+ No fading (melamine resin)
– Less elegant effect in comparison
– Prone to scratches (foil)
– Barely heat-resistant (foil)
Lacquer – elegant & modern
If you desire a contemporary and exquisite style for your kitchen, lacquer fronts are the best choice. Different types of lacquer are used for this. They are available in matte or high-gloss finishes and in numerous colors, enhancing any kitchen.
+ Durable
+ Waterproof sealing
+ Easy to care for
+ High design flexibility
+ Modern & elegant look
– More expensive to purchase (complex manufacturing)
Acrylic – stylish & easy to care for
A beautiful shine doesn't just enter your kitchen via lacquer fronts – acrylic-coated carrier boards are an equally good alternative. The smooth, reflective surface makes small kitchens appear larger, but with its exclusive appearance, it's also a real eye-catcher in other room concepts.
+ Easy cleaning
+ Stylish gloss – limited selection
– Soft, scratch-sensitive surface
– Unsuitable for oil-based cleaning agents
Glass – bright & robust
Glass, like no other material, stands for brightness and gives your kitchen a friendly ambiance. Set skillful accents: whether classically translucent or soft frosted glass, with or without a frame, colorless or brightly painted – completely new design possibilities open up.
+ Particularly wear-resistant
+ Very hygienic
+ Resistant to moisture
+ Uncomplicated cleaning & care
– Grout lines distort under the heavy weight
– Fingerprints & dirt quickly visible
Stainless steel – elegant & hygienic
Like glass, stainless steel also impresses with how easily it can be kept clean and pure – an important criterion in the kitchen, where food is handled. In addition, the cool silvery gray is also visually appealing. Elegance and functionality go hand in hand here.
+ Very hygienic
+ Intensive care required
+ sensitive to scratches
+ Professional kitchen style
– Fingerprints & dirt quickly visible
– High investment
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