| PET | UV Lacquer | Laminate | Wood Veneer | Paint | Clear Coat / Stain | |
| Appearance/Feel |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Modern & sleek |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Modern & sleek |
⭐⭐⭐ Plastic-like |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Natural warmth |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Customizable Color & Various profile options |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic & elegant |
| Durability |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (resistant to scratch, UV, moisture) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Paint on 5-piece shaker door can show cracks over time) |
⭐⭐⭐ |
| Surface Moisture Resistance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Color Consistency | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐ (Variations in wood grain and color are to be expected across different batches) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐ (Variations in wood grain and color are to be expected across different batches) |
| UV & Color Stability |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Excellent, non-yellowing) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (UV-resistant, but lacquer may fade over time) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐ (Wood color will fade over time) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
⭐⭐ (Wood color will fade over time) |
| Hygiene |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Non-porous, easy to clean) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Smooth; cleaning needs care to avoid damaging the sheen) |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Cost |
$$ (Mid) |
$$ (Mid) |
$-$$ (Mid-Low) |
$$$$ (High) |
$$$$ (High) |
High |
| Cord Material Options: | Description: | Advantages: | Disadvantages: | |
¶ 1. PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) |
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A type of plastic film applied to MDF, often used for its glossy or matte finish. |
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¶ 2. UV Lacquer |
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A lacquer coating cured under ultraviolet (UV) light, creating a hard, glossy or matte finish. |
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¶ 3. Laminate (Melamine, HPL, etc.) |
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A synthetic surface made from layers of paper impregnated with resin, bonded to a substrate like MDF. |
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¶ 4. Wood Veneer |
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A thin layer of real wood glued onto MDF or plywood, offering the look of solid wood. |
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¶ 5. Paint |
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Paint provides opaque color. Applied directly on wood or MDF. |
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¶ 6. Clear Coat / Stain |
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Stain enhances the wood’s natural grain. Applied directly on wood or MDF. |
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