Design Notes
Color gets the attention. Preparation creates the finish.
Whether cabinetry is painted or stained, the final appearance depends on numerous steps that happen before you ever see the finished door.
Paint creates a more uniform color.
Stain celebrates wood’s natural character.
Neither is universally better.
They’re simply different design languages.
Different species have different grain patterns and characteristics.
Walker offers standard species, including maple, quarter-sawn white oak, walnut, cherry, alder, and hickory, with additional species available for custom applications.
Material selection matters here too.
Walker uses MDF panels in painted doors because they’re less susceptible to the expansion and contraction patterns visible in hardwood panels.
Sanding and surface preparation create the foundation.
A premium finish can’t compensate for poor preparation.
Wood is natural.
Variation isn’t necessarily a defect—it’s part of the material.
Two boards from the same species can absorb stain differently or display different grain.
That’s part of what makes wood cabinetry beautiful.
Cabinet finish should coordinate with:
The goal isn’t choosing the prettiest sample.
It’s choosing the finish that belongs in the overall design.
Cabinet design is what we do best. We sit down with our clients to discuss their unique needs and create a space that meets their lifestyles. Even though each design has elements built for the homeowners, some things are standard in every kitchen layout, and some things we recommend will serve our clients later.
A timeless kitchen will remain one of the top areas in the home and, as such, needs to be given proper consideration during the design phase. Our goal is to help you create a design that is exactly what you need, which means taking the time to listen to your specific needs.
A remodel is exciting because it means your home is getting ready to be transformed. What was dysfunctional, dated, and dim will be turned into a functional, stylish, and bright space. Of course, like anything else, there are questions you have, questions we have been asked numerous times over the years, and we are sharing our answers with you.
What to do when you don’t have the luxury of square footage? How can you create storage when there is not much room to begin with? Can you make small spaces work for you? These are good questions that we have helped our clients answer numerous times.
You choose to tackle the problem head-on and successfully discard everything that needs to go, but you are concerned that the same thing will happen again. This is why we created this post: 5 home organization products that can help you stay organized and enjoy peace of mind in your home.
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