Kitchen Cabinets Atlanta - Starmark Finishes

Kitchen Cabinets in Atlanta

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	Alder and Rustic Alder Alder is a soft hardwood with a fine, straight-grain and even texture. Color is light brown with a yellow or reddish tinge, with little difference between heartwood and sapwood. Alder does not evolve in color or darken when exposed to light or heat as other woods do, and takes stains and finishes well. It is one of the softest hardwoods so care must be taken to avoid damage. Some small tight knots can be found with standard Alder. » view alder and rustic alder finishes
	Cherry and Rustic Cherry Cherry displays a distinctive grain pattern and warm color shadings, ranging from nearly white to dark reddish brown. Dark pockets, pin knots and random streaks are common, More than most woods, cherry will darken when exposed to light, especially in light stains. Rustic Cherry will have at least one knot on the door and drawer fronts. Wide color variation may occur, and sap wood will be more prominent. Rails and stiles are free of knots for ease of attaching hardware. Slab headers may contain knots, which could impact hardware placement. Knots will be solid and will be closed. At certain angles light could be visible through the knot. » view cherry and rustic cherry finishes
	Hickory and Rustic Hickory Hickory is a heavy, strong hardwood known for flowing, vibrant grain patterns and dramatic color variation. Hickory can also exhibit random pecks, burls and mineral streaks. Hickory's color ranges across a wide spectrum, from nearly white to dark brown. Rustic hickory will have at least one true knot in the center panel. Rails and stiles are free of knots for ease of attaching hardware. Slab headers may contain knots, which could impact hardware placement. Knots will be solid and will be closed. At certain angles light could be visible through the knot. » view hickory and rustic hickory finishes
	Maple Maple is a versatile hardwood with a fine, smooth grain. Maple varies in color from nearly white to a slightly reddish brown. Mineral or sugar streaks occur naturally in maple and can vary from piece to piece. This is more noticeable in lighter stains. » view maple finishes
	Quarter Sawn Red Oak Quarter sawn oak is red oak milled at an angle 60 to 90 degrees from the grain allowing rays and flecks to become visible. Glazing, especially in the darker shades, tends to enhance the additional grain patterns. » view quarter sawn red oak finishes
	Solid Color Finishes Solid color finishes include tinted varnishes, tinted varnishes with glaze, and thermo foil. Like other finishes, solid color finishes have a coating of catalyzed varnish to help protect the finish. Solid color is susceptible to wear and will more easily show nicks, dents, chips and rub-throughs especially on sharp corners and edges. » view solid color finishes
	Vintage Finishes Vintage finishes use techniques to simulate the wear and tear seen on used and well loved pieces of cabinetry. Burnished and broken edges, rounded corners, light chain distressing, spattering and light sanding may be employed, depending on the finish selected. » view vintage finishes
	White Oak White oak is a strong hardwood with a long, linear grain, often displaying tiny rays. Oak, at times, has small pinholes and tight knots. Oak coloration can range from golden blond to deeper tones. » view white oak finishes