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5 Kitchen Design Trends You'll See In 2025
The kitchen transcends its role as a mere cooking space, as it truly is the heart of the home. A thoughtfully designed kitchen not only...


What Is A Cerused Finish?
The process of "cerusing" or created a cerused finish, is when a white paste or pigment is applied to the surface of wood. Used for...


The Difference Between Custom vs Semi-Custom Cabinets
The main differences between custom and semi-custom cabinets are in the level of personalization and flexibility in design.


How Are Cabinets Finished In A Factory?
We hear a lot about "factory finishes" on cabinets, but what are they? Are they worth it? What is the biggest difference? We'll break...


The Complete Guide To White Oak Cabinets
Oak cabinets have quickly become the most popular choice in the United States, and for good reason. The soft, natural look of rift white...


How To Clean Cabinets Like A Pro: Expert Tips
We've all been there... you look away for what felt like two seconds to hear your kiddo finish their story, and the spaghetti sauce has...


Modern Kitchen Cabinets: Your Complete Guide
Subtle details, clean lines, and a preference for less-is-more... we'll discuss all of the details needed to create the perfect modern...


The Problem(s) With Inset Cabinets
At Wayhome we like to help homeowners consider all the information so they can make informed decisions about their home projects. Inset...


What Is Oak Veneer?
Simply put, oak veneer (or any veneer for that matter) is a paper-thin piece of real oak. Available in red or white oak and all the cuts...


Best Minwax Stain Colors For White Oak
While we've discussed popular oak finishes before, we've never gotten specific as to the exact Minwax or other brand's specific stain...


Inexpensive Alternatives To White Oak
If you are wanting the white oak look without the white oak price (which is all the talk in our Ask A Cabinetmaker facebook group ),...


How To Find The Right Stain Color
We'll break down the process to arrive at the perfect stain color for your project, and match exactly the finish in that beautiful...


How To Make Red Oak Look Like White Oak
With white oak being so popular these days, it has quickly become one of the most expensive hardwoods in America. While switching to...


Is Veneer Good or Bad?
Short answer is: it depends. Veneer has gotten a bad rep over the years, though traditionally, veneer has been an excellent option for...


Popular Oak Finishes
We get asked a lot about how to achieve the beautiful oak finishes seen on Instagram and Pinterest, and recently broke each finish down...


How To Be More Assertive With Your Contractor
The trades aren't exactly known for their communication skills and, unfortunately, sometimes we find ourselves frustrated when dealing...


The Complete Guide: Types Of Cabinets
With so many options, configurations, and technical terms flying around, selecting your kitchen and bath cabinets can quickly become an...


A Guide To Wood Countertops
Wood countertops bring warmth, beauty, and natural charm to your kitchen, but to maintain their integrity and long-lasting appeal, it’s...


Cabinet Finishes 101
There can be a lot of confusion around all of the technical terms used in cabinet finishes. We'll break down each concept so you'll know...


3 Tips For Getting The Counters You Expected
There are a lot of variables that will inform what type of stone you use and how the specific details of your room will be incorporated. ...
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