Here are a few recommendations to keep your new custom cabinets looking great for years to come.

Periodically clean and protect the cabinets with a good oil base wood cleaner. This
will help keep your cabinets looking new and protect them from water damage. Your finish is a durable high quality furniture grade lacquer finish. Although wood is never completely “water proof” and cannot be guaranteed against water damage you can take certain precautions to preserve your finish on your cabinets.

The best way to care for your cabinets is to keep susceptible areas dry. These areas would include, but are not limited to, areas around the sink and dishwasher. Never open the dishwasher when it is hot and steamy. This will dry out the finish and cause early fatigue on the finish. Use lemon oil or “Cabinet Magic” on your cabinets. We recommend using these products weekly on the areas susceptible to water damage and the areas where you handle the cabinets daily. The rest of the cabinets should be wiped down with these products about once per month. These products are not a wax and will not build up or yellow. They can be found in most hardware stores in the paint section.

Remember, your cabinets are made of wood and “wood and water do not mix”. Water is the #1 cause of finish deterioration. Take care of your cabinets and they will look new for many years.