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		<title>Unique Kitchen Cabinets with Teak</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:16:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Teak is a popular choice for outdoor furniture due to its durability which also makes it an ideal selection for most any application. And though you may not have thought of it, teak also makes beautiful kitchen cabinets that will last a lifetime.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Teak may not be your first thought when considering what type of wood you want in your kitchen cabinets, yet<img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1015" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="teak-wood" src="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/teak-wood-216x300.jpg" alt="" width="216" height="300" /> it is a unique and beautiful choice for your cabinetry.  Teak is a popular choice for outdoor furniture due to its durability which also makes it an ideal selection for most any application.</p>
<p><strong>Get a Handcrafted Look with Teak Cabinets</strong></p>
<p>Teak kitchen cabinets will work well with any architectural design be it old world or traditional.  Teak gives a handcrafted look to your kitchen unmatched by few other wood grains.  In its natural state, teak will appear lighter in color yet continue to hold its deep texture.</p>
<p><strong>Stain Teak Cabinets for the Finish You Want</strong></p>
<p>Teak wood accepts stain very well so you will be able to match other elements in your kitchen.  When teak is used in <a title="kitchen cabinetry" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">kitchen cabinetry</a>, you will also normally find other high end features such as dovetail drawers and top quality assembly.  Step out of the box and take a look at the beautiful quality of teak to make your kitchen cabinets truly unique.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> offers a wide selection of <a title="finely-crafted kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">finely-crafted kitchen cabinets</a> to help you create a kithen that&#8217;s truly unique. You&#8217;ll also find <a title="appliances" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/appliances.aspx" target="_self">appliances</a>, <a title="sinks" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/sinks.aspx" target="_blank">sinks</a>, <a title="kitchen furniture" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/furniture.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen furniture</a> and more at manufacturer-discount prices that can save up to 50% off retail.</p>
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		<title>Quarter-Sawn Oak Kitchen Cabinets Work in Old and New Homes</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:46:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Oak Kitchen Cabinets]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether your design is modern or traditional, quarter-sawn oak might just be the perfect choice for your kitchen cabinetry.  Due to its simplicity, you are not overwhelmed with heavy or busy grain patterns.  This allows the beauty of your other kitchen elements to shine through. ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1017" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="oak-1" src="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/oak-1-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" />When choosing new <a title="kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">kitchen cabinets</a> and you want something really unique, quarter-sawn oak cabinets may be the right choice to provide a timeless beauty in your kitchen.  Clean and simple veining will work well in new or older homes.</p>
<p><strong>Old or New, Modern or Traditional, Quarter-Sawn Oak Cabinets Work</strong></p>
<p>Whether your design is modern or traditional, quarter-sawn oak might just be the perfect choice for your <a title="kitchen cabinetry" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Finishes.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen cabinetry</a>.  Due to its simplicity, you are not overwhelmed with heavy or busy grain patterns.  This allows the beauty of your other kitchen elements to shine through.</p>
<p><strong>Simple Wood Grain Equals Understated Elegance</strong></p>
<p>Simple graining doesn’t equate to a drab design rather one that is unique and elegant.  Quarter-sawn oak accepts stain well so you can create a warmer feeling with a darker stain.  Create a unique and elegant design in your kitchen with quarter-sawn oak kitchen cabinetry.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> offers a wide range of <a title="kitchen remodeling products" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling products</a>, <a title="kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">kitchen cabinets</a>, <a title="kitchen furnitur" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/furniture.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen furnitur</a>e and more to help you create a great look in your kitchen design.</p>
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		<title>Put Together An Eclectic Kitchen Design</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:03:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Kitchen Cabinets]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[An eclectic kitchen is one in which there is a mixture of different styles and different time periods. Drawing from traditional and contemporary design elements, an eclectic kitchen is a tasteful blending of the two types.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You may be hearing the term “eclectic” kitchen if you’re interested in what’s happening currently in kitchen remodeling trends. Basically an eclectic kitchen is one in which there is a mixture of different styles and different time periods. Drawing from traditional and contemporary design elements, an eclectic kitchen is a tasteful blending of the two types.</p>
<p>In an eclectic kitchen design, you can basically put together any elements that work well together to create a satisfying design that suits your taste. Put together the rich warm hues of maple cabinets with a lustrous black granite countertop and add stainless steel appliances. Using black in a setting of light colors adds a dramatic statement to your kitchen.  You can also consider distressed black cabinets in a more modern setting where you use a lot of white for a cool, contrasting design.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> can help you create a fantastic new look in your kitchen with a wide array of <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling</a> products. You will find <a title="countertops" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/counters.aspx" target="_blank">countertops</a>, <a title="kitchen furniture" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/furniture.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen furniture</a>, <a title="cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/cabinets.aspx" target="_blank">cabinets</a>, <a title="appliances" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/appliances.aspx" target="_blank">appliances</a> and more – all at savings up to 50% off retail.</p>
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		<title>Rattan Cabinets for Your Kitchen</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:36:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A rattan cabinet can provide a place for storing cookbooks, dishes, crockery, food items or anything else you may decide to store there. You will find rattan furniture in a wide range of styles to accentuate your kitchen design.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you want to add a unique touch to your kitchen design, consider a beautiful free-standing rattan cabinet to provide extra storage space with real style. Rattan is a strong beautiful material that offers many styles and finishes.</p>
<p>Once the kitchen primarily consisted of cabinets, appliances and a set of table and chairs. But today many designers are incorporating all kinds of furniture pieces into the kitchen décor to provide a distinctive look of style while also adding functionality to the kitchen.</p>
<p>A rattan cabinet can provide a place for storing cookbooks, dishes, crockery, food items or anything else you may decide to store there. You will find rattan furniture in a wide range of styles to accentuate your kitchen design.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> offers an extensive selection of <a title="kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">kitchen cabinets</a>, <a title="kitchen furniture" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/furniture.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen furniture</a>, <a title="appliances" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/appliances.aspx" target="_blank">appliances</a> and <a title="home furnishings " href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/home-furnishings.aspx" target="_blank">home furnishings </a>for every room throughout your  home – all at manufacturer-direct wholesale prices that can save up to 50% off retail.</p>
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		<title>Kitchen Cupboards Have Come a Long Way</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:42:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cupboards continue to be a practical and beautiful addition to your home.  From simplistic to ornate, the designs available for cupboards today are limitless.  Their beauty can make a grand statement from the outside, even if you choose to store your plastic tumblers on the inside.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As its name implies, a cupboard was originally a piece of wood or a table used to hold cups, vessels, or dinnerware which were needed during meal times.  The transformation of the cupboard’s style has changed drastically over the last many centuries.</p>
<p>When the word cupboard is used, many of us tend to think of a storage area with doors.   Doors were actually added to the cupboard centuries ago when people began storing food on the shelves.  This helped in keeping dirt, dust, and those irritating flies away.  Cupboards became more and more ornate over time and were made from beautiful woods such as mahogany and oak, some even with inlays of ebony or satinwood.</p>
<p>Cupboards continue to be a practical and beautiful addition to your home.  From simplistic to ornate, the designs available for cupboards today are limitless.  Their beauty can make a grand statement from the outside, even if you choose to store your plastic tumblers on the inside.</p>
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		<title>Faux Painting Kitchen Cabinets For a Great New Look</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:17:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before you spend another second closing your eyes as you walk past your drab or outdated kitchen cabinets, consider faux painting to revive your cabinets and your sense of pride.
]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Updating or giving your kitchen cabinets a fresh new look isn’t as difficult as some might think.  It doesn’t necessarily mean you have to run out and buy new cabinets.  One method you can consider is faux painting your cabinets.  One of the most interesting aspects of faux painting is you can create an imitational look for almost any style or design from any architectural period.  Are you an artist or talented craftsman? Invent a design reflective of your unique style.</p>
<p>There are many books and informational sources for different types of faux painting for kitchen cabinets.  The most important thing to remember is to practice on scrap material before you begin the work on your actual kitchen cabinets.  Before you spend another second closing your eyes as you walk past your drab or outdated kitchen cabinets, consider faux painting to not only revive your cabinets but your sense of pride and accomplishment as well.</p>
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