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	<title>DirectBuy Kitchen Cabinets Blog &#187; Maple Kitchen Cabinets</title>
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		<title>Discover One the Most Popular Types of Kitchen Cabinets: Maple</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:02:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many wood finishes  to choose from when it comes to kitchen cabinets but one of the most popular types is Maple. Maple has an elegant look and feel to it, making it the top choice for those wanting to build or remodel their kitchen and give it a luxurious looks.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1183" title="maple kitchen cabinets" src="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/maple-kitchen-cabinets.jpg" alt="maple kitchen cabinets" width="339" height="248" />There are many wood finishes  to choose from when it comes to kitchen cabinets but one of the most popular types is Maple. Maple has an elegant look and feel to it, making it the top choice for those wanting to build or remodel their kitchen and give it a luxurious looks.</p>
<h3>Glaze Your Maple Cabinets for a More Dynamic Effect</h3>
<p><a title="Maple kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Maple.aspx" target="_blank">Maple kitchen cabinets</a> come in a wide range of colors from almost white to a slight rosy brown. But If you want to make your maple kitchen cabinets look even more dramatic, try hand-glazing with chocolate or vanilla glaze, depending on the shade of coloration you want to achieve.</p>
<p>Other important characteristics of maple kitchen cabinets are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Versatile</li>
<li>Durable</li>
<li>Resistant to abrasion</li>
<li>Polishes well</li>
<li>And more</li>
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<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> is your number one source for <a title="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Maple.aspx" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Maple.aspx" target="_blank">maple kitchen cabinets</a> . Whether its <a title="kitchen furniture" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/furniture.aspx" target="_blank">kitchen furniture</a> or accessories you need, you’ll find a wide selection of brand-name products at prices up to 50% off retail for your <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank">kitchen remodeling</a> project.</p>
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		<title>Kitchen Cabinets with a Birdseye View</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:24:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many types of beautiful woods used in the construction of kitchen cabinets  but few match the beauty of those with a Birdseye graining.  While it is not necessarily known what causes this type of graining in the wood, it is unique and one of the most highly sought after types of kitchen cabinet materials.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1050" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="maple cabinets" src="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/maple-cabinets.jpg" alt="maple cabinets" width="225" height="167" />There are many types of beautiful woods used in the construction of <strong><a title="kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">kitchen cabinets</a> </strong>but few match the beauty of those with a Birdseye graining.  While it is not necessarily known what causes this type of graining in the wood, it is unique and one of the most highly sought after types of kitchen cabinet materials.</p>
<h3>Birdseye Maple Cabinets</h3>
<p>Birdseye normally occurs in maple wood.  Birdseye is a small circular design which closely resembles a bird’s eye.  The swirl is intermittent in the normal grain of the wood and only enhances the beauty of the cabinetry.</p>
<h3>Wood Graining Offers a Unique Look in Kitchen Cabinets</h3>
<p>The rarity of this graining causes this type of cabinetry to be priced on the higher end and is usually found in custom designs.  Get a Birdseye view in your kitchen with this unique and beautiful type of cabinetry.</p>
<p><a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank"><strong>DirectBuy</strong></a> offers a wide selection of top quality <a title="kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank"><strong>kitchen cabinets</strong></a> and <a title="kitchen remodeling" href="http://www.directkitchenremodeling.com/" target="_blank"><strong>kitchen remodeling</strong></a> products to help you create a beautiful, functional kitchen.</p>
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		<title>Wooden Kitchen Cabinets &#8211; Always a Beautiful Choice</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:14:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wood is the most prevalent material for kitchen cabinets. Choices are varied for many different styles of cabinets in beautiful woods such as cherry, walnut, oak, maple and other exotic woods. You can choose your style and give your kitchen a beautiful look in any design you prefer with wood.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-252" style="margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px;" title="kr_sm_4" src="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/kr_sm_4.jpg" alt="" width="191" height="142" />Wood has been used to make all kinds of furniture and cabinetry since ancient times. Properties of different kinds of wood differ in color, texture, structure, water content, density, tensile strength and endurance.</p>
<p>The most common woods used to make kitchen cabinets include cherry, maple, oak and walnut. A wide selection of high quality kitchen cabinets is available in several styles, colors, sizes and brands at wholesale prices.</p>
<p>Cherry is hard, luxurious and rich with a grain that is subtle compared to other hardwoods. The smooth texture and fine grain impart a satin finish to this wood, which makes it ideal to design kitchen cabinets.</p>
<p><a title="Cherry cabinets " href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Cherry.aspx" target="_blank">Cherry cabinets </a>are glowing and lustrous. While the sapwood is creamy white in appearance, the hardwood varies from red to brown. Some local varieties are available in streaks of yellow, pink or green. Country styled kitchen cabinets are best made of cherry.</p>
<p><a title="Maple" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Maple.aspx" target="_blank">Maple</a> is one among the most popular materials to make kitchen cabinets. Maple is extremely hard and is characterized by soft, flowing grains. Patterns on the surface are caused by a variation in density and this close-grained wood is one of the best choices to make kitchen cabinets in enamel or brown shades.</p>
<p><a title="Oak" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Oak.aspx" target="_blank">Oak</a> is durable and has unmatched wood quality, which makes it an ideal choice for making kitchen cabinets. Oak is an open- and straight-grained strong hardwood. The natural color of this wood ranges from pink to white. The natural knots, color and grain patterns of oak impart a rich and royal look to kitchen cabinets.</p>
<p>Walnut is a dark colored heartwood and is priceless due to its beautiful texture. Working on this hard and strong wood is relatively easy and its stability and exotic finish make it much sought after for kitchen cabinets.</p>
<p>Choose your favorite from among cherry, maple, oak or walnut to design your dream kitchen cabinets. Use the finest materials for your cabinets for durability, strength and endurance. Give your kitchen a classy look in your favorite style.</p>
<p>Whatever your favorite wood choice, <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> has a beautiful selection for you to choose from to give your home the look of style you want. Top-quality <a title="kitchen cabinets at manufacturer-direct prices" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">kitchen cabinets at manufacturer-direct prices</a> are available in many types of wood and other materials as well.</p>
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		<title>Choose the Right Wood For Your Kitchen Cabinets</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:51:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[To ensure you are getting top-quality kitchen cabinets, make certain you're purchasing real wood rather than particle board or other types of compressed woods. DirectBuy carries a wide selection of brand-name kitchen cabinets for your home at great savings.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kitchen Cabinets are not only a primary focal point of your kitchen design, they are also a big investment. Generally about 40% of the total kitchen remodeling cost goes toward kitchen cabinetry. It&#8217;s also a very long-term choice, so making a smart choice that you will be happy with and enjoy is important.</p>
<p><a title="Quality counts when it comes to new kitchen cabinets" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/" target="_blank">Quality counts when it comes to new kitchen cabinets</a>. Do your homework before you purchase new cabinets. If you want real quality, make sure you&#8217;re purchasing real wood and not particle board or other compressed types of woods.</p>
<p><strong>Four of the top choices in cabinets today include:<a href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/kr_sm_101.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-44" style="margin: 20px 6px;" title="kr_sm_101" src="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/kr_sm_101.jpg" alt="" width="158" height="117" /></a></strong></p>
<p><a title="Oak" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Oak.aspx" target="_blank">Oak</a>, with its unbeatable durability, continues to be the most popular wood choice for kitchen cabinets.  Oak can be stained in a variety of tones to create the look you want.</p>
<p><a title="Maple" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Maple.aspx" target="_blank">Maple</a>, a very hard wood, is known for its uniform grain.  Many people prefer the light natural color of maple, but it also readily accepts other stains and finishes.</p>
<p><a title="Cherry" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Cherry.aspx" target="_blank">Cherry</a>, a mid to dark wood, has a distinctive grain that darkens and becomes more beautiful as it ages. Cherry creates a very elegant look in your home décor.</p>
<p><a title="Hickory" href="http://www.directkitchencabinets.com/Hickory.aspx" target="_blank">Hickory</a>, a dense wood, has a rustic appeal with patterns of various black, brown, and yellow hues.</p>
<p>No matter which type you choose, if you make sure  you&#8217;re getting quality wood for your kitchen cabinets, you&#8217;ll be making a wiser choice for such an important home improvement.</p>
<p>At <a title="DirectBuy" href="http://www.directhomediscount.com/" target="_blank">DirectBuy</a> you can choose from a wide range of kitchen cabinet styles, designs and types. You can be sure you&#8217;re buying top-quality wood cabinets when you shop at DirectBuy and you can enjoy the savings of manufacturer-direct prices.</p>
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