- Commonly use as cabinet door material
- Natural wood obtained from trees
- Natural grain patterns and colors, has instability
- Higher risk of warpage and distortion
- Higher price range
- Commonly use as cabinet body material
- Made of wood veneer layers with grains running in different directions, it's a strong building material.
- More resistant to water
- Holds screws very tightly
¶ Particle Board
- Commonly use as both cabinet body and door material
- Light weight and easier to handle
- Higher risk of chipping
- Cost effective
- Commonly use as cabinet door material
- Very consistent and smooth surface, allows for easy cutting of detailed designs
- Great substrate for veneer
- Great surface for painting