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Armstrong Cabinets: The Beauty of Wood

Armstrong Wood Cabinets are always in style, always fashionable. Design trends may come and go, but the natural environmental palette of finishes from Armstrong are always fresh because they are always natural.

The natural beauty and distinctive appearance of real wood cabinetry is derived from the inherent qualities/ characteristics of the wood itself. Trees of the same species, even growing side by side, are affected differently by the climate and elements required for growth. Minerals (nutrients) are absorbed in different ways and at different rates, even within the same tree. These factors combine to create the distinctive beauty of characteristics like:

• Grain pattern variation (very open/wide grain. contrasting with very close/tight grain)
• Grain color variation (from even and consistent grain color to varied and dramatic)
• Unique markings (such as dark ‘mineral’ streaks and light-colored sap wood)

These variations can be present from cabinet to cabinet and within the same door/drawer front and are not considered defects. Clear or natural wood finishes, used on Armstrong cabinetry, permit the natural beauty of grain and color tone variations to show through. Opaque finishes provide greater consistency by hiding the natural wood variations. Remember, each cabinet is only a small piece of nature's work of art and individual cabinets may not show these natural and yet distinctive characteristics.

The Enduring Beauty Of Wood

Armstrong offers popular wood species such as Cherry, Maple, Oak, Birch, Alder and Plantation Hardwood to meet consumer demand for genuine wood cabinetry.  While the market is trending towards darker finishes on Maple and Cherry, the timeless beauty and elegance of Cherry continues to be the latest trend for homeowners.  Darkening to a richer shade as it ages, Cherry reveals variety and natural beauty.  The smooth, close-grained wood of Maple has long been considered an elegant choice for cabinetry and other fine furniture.  Homeowners recognize its innate beauty, strength and resistance to wear.  Maple wood finishes with exceptional consistency resulting in a sleek, uniform look. Oak continues to be a traditional choice, especially in warm midtone and light natural finishes

Armstrong’s palette of finishes drawn from nature enhances the beauty of real wood. The full line of door styles, accessories and storage options accommodates the tastes of every home buyer, including:

• Eight door style options to appeal to a broad customer base.
• Eight diverse species and product materials from which to choose.
• Altered depth options to provide unique, dramatic looks.
• Six-way adjustable hinges that are standard on every product.
• Wide selection of decorative knobs and drawer pulls.
• Innovative accessories and storage options to organize the modern kitchen and bath.

From light to dark tones and from medium to glazed, Armstrong’s hand-applied finishes adds not only color but definition and custom tones to enhance the features of whichever door style the consumer chooses.  is selected.  Armstrong incorporates its exclusive ‘17-Step Finish Process’ to all its Genuine Allwood Cabinetry, beginning with the machine and hand-sanding of the door’s surface to slowly baking the wood’s pre-cured topcoat.

For more information and tips, visit www.armstrong.com or call 1-800-527-5903.

About Armstrong

Armstrong Cabinets manufactures kitchen and bath cabinetry through its showrooms and distribution centers nationwide in over 30 markets.  Armstrong offers value and service to customers and a variety of transitional style cabinets to fit any homeowner's decor.

Armstrong Holdings, Inc. is the parent company of Armstrong World Industries, Inc., a global leader in the design and manufacture of floors, ceilings and cabinets. In 2004, Armstrong's net sales totaled more than $3 billion. Based in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong operates 41 plants in 12 countries and has approximately 14,900 employees worldwide.   More information about Armstrong is available on the Internet at www.armstrong.com.