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Making Your Kitchen Colors Pop With Excitement

With just the right cabinet color, you can change the entire feel of your kitchen. Painted kitchen cabinets bring out the grain and the texture of natural wood and add a pleasant and peaceful feeling to your entire home. Decore-ative Specialties offers five distinct collections to provide the perfect look for your kitchen cabinets whether you enjoy a modern feel or a more traditional atmosphere.

Kitchen Colors

Add Beautiful Color to Your Home With Water-based Finishing

Sometimes the best way to choose a pop of color for your kitchen cabinets is to take cues from your dinnerware or a favorite piece of art. If you want to encourage people to eat in your kitchen, consider painting your cabinets a bright red that creates an edgy distinct look. Research shows this color is a stimulant and bright cheerful colors will persuade people to enjoy the meals you prepare. Even if red doesn’t work with your color scheme – you should think about making a statement with your kitchen cabinets and other finishes in the space. Although storage is important in your kitchen, your cabinets should also show off your personality with creative drawer boxes, draws or cabinet fronts.

Kitchen cabinets can add beautiful color to your home with water-based finishing. Creating a black and white color palate can bring back fond memories for your family and your guests. Installing modern wood tone cabinets with chrome knobs, pulls, hinges and other hardware can add the perfect touch to your stylish kitchen and stainless steel appliances will finish off the look. Choosing the right Most people end up entertaining in the kitchen while food is being prepared and conversation is enjoyed. Make sure your kitchen shows off your unique style and personality with an unexpected finish or color on your cabinets.

Kitchen Cabinet Finishing to Enhance Happiness

Have you ever walked into a friend’s newly remodeled kitchen and just felt happy? Maybe it’s the clean look and feel of the new cabinets, or maybe it’s the color. Everyone knows that color can make people feel a certain way and the same can be said for the diverse collection of water-based finishes available at Decore-ative Specialties.

Personalizing your kitchen cabinets can create a happy and welcoming atmosphere. Colors like blue or gray create a calming effect and can take away stress after a long day. Depending on the other types of finishes in the kitchen, choosing the right cabinets will enhance your space. If you have dark colored flooring in your kitchen, you should probably consider light cabinets. Choosing a light water-based finish will give your cabinets an elegant look that will reflect light and give your space a cheerful mood.

If you have light colored hardwood floors or tile in your kitchen, you may want to consider darker cabinets. Virginica Brown or Rye are warm sophisticated colors that will add a cozy feel to your kitchen which is often the heart of the home. If your kitchen is open to your family room or dining room, make sure the finishes on your cabinet coordinate with the other colors in the area.

Many homes also show off a large island in the kitchen. When choosing the color for the cabinets – you might want to try a contrasting finish to give the island its own unique look. If your upper cabinets are a light color, consider a darker color on the island or lower cabinet. It’s amazing the impact kitchen cabinets can make in your home and the attitude of your entire family. If you want to create a happy home, decorate your kitchen with beautiful bright colors that make people feel good.
Kitchen Cabinet Finishing

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Durango Painted Kitchen (10214) – The perfect space for entertaining and relaxing, this kitchen features a timeless Durango door style and a cool, calming color palette.
Craftsman
Elegantly uncomplicated designs bring simplicity that’s practical and in harmony with your natural surroundings.

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Contemporary
The simple use of space, color, and texture with an unmistakable sense of urban energy and artisitic creativity.

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Country
Flourishes of Country French and the quaint allure of English Country, this style is about comfort at its charming best.

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Butt Joint
Five piece construction with stiles and rails joining at a 90 degree angle in the corners.

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Miter Joint
5-piece construction with stiles and rails joining in the corners at a 45 degree angle.

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Raised Panel
A raised panel is made of solid wood that brings the panel height level to the frame.

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Solid Wood
Solid Wood is the top choice for drawer boxes and is available in a huge variety of species.

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9-Ply Birch
A cost effective wood option that is prefinished and ready for installation.

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White Melamine
Cost effective and easy to clean, a good option for doweled drawer boxes.

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Caps, or Capitals
Caps, or Capitals, are used as an accent piece and can be a great additional style element.

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Corbels
Corbels bring an unforgettable, distinct look of skilled artistry to any project.

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Onlays
Decorative Onlays can be used throughout cabinetry to contribute to the overall design.

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Crown Molding B
2-3/4″ x 8′
A perfect accent, the traditional 2-3/4″ stature of this wood molding allows it to be used in many settings.

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Crown Molding N
with Insert E
A wonderful accent, this versatile 3-11/16″ molding is fitted with insert “E” to give cabinetry a unique look.

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Crown Molding O
with Insert A
A wonderful accent, this versatile 4-1/4″ molding is fitted with insert “A” to give cabinetry a unique look.

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Corner Right Angle Base Cabinet
Streamline Components program Base Cabinet can be configured to meet your project needs, including set up for doors, drawers, pull outs, or shelves.

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Streamline Base Cabinet
Streamline Components program Corner Right Angle Base Cabinet provides a space-saving corner cabinet and can be set up for doors and shelves.

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Barley with Iron Glaze
Light stain that without hiding it, enhances wood grain beautifully while the Iron glaze adds depth and definition.

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Buttercream with Tawny Glaze
The addition of Tawny Glaze to Buttercream darkens the yellow ivory hue, giving it depth and definition.

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Rigid Thermal Foil (RTF)
Our Deco-form Rigid Thermal Foils (RTF) doors are seamlessly constructed with a durable, warp resistant composite core of Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF).

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Laminate
Typically the core is made of MDF or Particleboard. Laminate is available in a wide variety of colors, sheens, textures, and designs including solids, wood grains, and abstract designs and textures.

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Explore Decore Designer Face Frames – The New Face for Frames

SPECIAL 1-INCH THICK DOOR KITCHEN (10151) Well planned, meticulously executed, this space packs endless details and functionality into a small space while retaining a gorgeous appearance.
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Face Frame Program:

  • 13 Unique Frame Edge Options
  • 3/4” or 7/8” Frame Thickness
  • High-End Haunch Joint Construction
  • Custom Configurations
  • Available Assembled or Unassembled
  • Available with Pure Colors Finishing
EXPLORE DESIGNER FACE FRAMES… THE NEW FACE FOR FRAMES
Quality. Innovation. Convenience. Designer Face Frames make it easy for you to offer classy, designer-inspired looks without the hassle of making your own face frames.
Square Edge
The (FE-1) Square Edge provides a blank slate for your design and a minimalistic look that is the backbone of face frames.

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Arrow Inset Molding
The (FE-2 Arrow) Arrow Inset Molding Face Frames gives just enough detail to be noticed without having a dominating presence.

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Cord Inset Molding
The (FE-2 Cord) Cord Inset Molding upgrades any cabinet with a slight detail that can be used to accent several home design styles.

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Greek Inset Molding
The (FE-2 Greek) Greek Inset Molding Face Frame provides a one-of-a-kind unique look with clean, geometric detailing.

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Dart Inset Molding
The (FE-2 Dart) Dart Inset Molding makes a statement with beautiful egg and dart detailing, accentuated with a glazed finish look.

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Rope Inset Molding
The (FE-2 Rope) Rope Inset Molding gives a distinct look and pairs well with our rope molding cabinet doors and insert moldings.

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Square Notch
The (FE-3) Square Notch modernizes the traditional beaded frame by giving it squared edges, a perfect to highlight clean, straight lines.

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1/8″ Half Bead
The (FE-4) 1/8″ Half Bead combines traditional and modern frame beading by rounding one half of the bead but squaring off the edge of the bead.

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1/4″ Half Bead
The (FE-5) 1/4″ Half Bead frame rounds half of the bead but squars off the edge of the bead that lines up with cabinet doors and drawer fronts.

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Rapid Radius Program
1/8″ Bead
The (FE-6) 1/8″ Bead frame has a scaled down look compared to its larger counterpart, the 1/4″ (FE-7).

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Expressions
1/4″ Bead
The (FE-7) 1/4″ Bead frame is one of the most popular beaded face frame options due to its just-the-right-size.

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Expressions
1/4″ Bevel
The (FE-8) 1/4″ Bevel frame is a perfect option when beaded frames don’t meet the design aesthetic.

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EXPLORE DESIGNER FACE FRAMES GALLERIES
The high-end haunch joint construction, customizable configurations, and ability to order assembled or un-assembled makes this program versatile enough for all project types while providing the best in quality.

Special Frame Door Kitchen – 10152

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Special Frame Door Laundry – 10184

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Square Raised Panel Kitchen in Alder – 10210

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Special 1 Inch Thick Door Kitchen – 10151

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Laguna Painted Kitchen – 10147

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Special Applied Molding Door Kitchen – 10178

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Special 1 Inch Thick Door Kitchen – 10151

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Shaker Bathroom with 3 Inch Frame – 10176

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Durango & Camden Kitchen – 10170

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Tuscany Kitchen in Maple – 10136

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Tuscany Kitchen with Radius Wainscot – 10115

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San Marino Kitchen – 10100

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RIDGEVIEW (579) & CHERRY SELECT! Timeless and classic, the beautiful cherry wood used in this Ridgeview kitchen is perfectly highlighted with glazing to add distinction and elegance.
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DECORE BRANDS
Explore our unique programs for our different product brands. We invite you to learn more about the brands of Decore-ative Specialties and see how they can benefit your business.
Streamline Components
Streamline™ Components
Streamline™ Ready-to-assemble cabinet boxes and additional components.

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Water-based Finishes
Water-based Finishes
The full spectrum of options from our diverse collection of combinations.

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Designer Face Frames
Designer Face Frames™
Offer classy, upgraded looks with designer-inspired Decore frace frames.

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Deco-Form Refacing
Deco-Form Refacing
One-stop shopping for the products needed to reface and customize a project.

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Deco Lam®
Deco Lam®
Deco Lam®; designed to match the face frames of the cabinets to the doors.

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Green Program
Green Program
We are committed to our environment by continually improving our products.

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National Glass Program
National Glass Program
The highest quality tempered glass inserts available nationwide.

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California Glass Program
California Glass Program
Tempered glass inserts available to local Southern California customers.

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Rapid Radius Program
Rapid Radius Program
Get radius products with the same lead time as your regular door order.

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Expressions
Expressions®
Expressions collection has updated styles, colors, and features!

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New Enhanced Streamline Custom Cabinet Components

EXPLORE THE NEW ENHANCED STREAMLINE Decore-ative Specialties offers STREAMLINE™, a simplified process for ordering and quoting, ready-to-assemble frameless components!
STREAMLINE COMPONENT OPTIONS…
The Streamline Program includes "Ready-to-Assemble" frameless components, ¾" thick cabinet materials with ¼" thick full backs, blind mortise and tenon construction, accurately sized CNC machined components, and assembly hardware included for each component.
STREAMLINE MATERIAL OPTIONS…
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Streamline Wood

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From Our Shaker Bathroom Gallery
From Our Shaker Bathroom Gallery
From Our Shaker Kitchen Gallery
From Our Shaker Kitchen Gallery
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Now Find The Perfect Cabinet Door Materials At Decore

Now Find The Perfect Cabinet Door Materials At Decore

STARTED ANY “RIFTS” LATELY? We’ve recently added this stunning Valencia (81) kitchen in Rift Sawn White Oak! This eloquent material projects the complexities in the finish while highlighting the straight grain created by the rift cut. » View This Gallery
EXPLORE OUR MATERIALS…
Decore-ative Specialties® offers a diverse collection of products in a variety of materials! Choose from our popular standards to exotic, specialty materials.
Solid Wood
Wood frames create a beautiful structure for either a raised or recessed panel. Solid lumber is used to build sturdy and reliable cabinet door frames that will stand the test of time.

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Veneer
Cut from a log into sheets in varying thickness down to as thin as 1/40” thick. Get the look you want accompanied with an environmentally friendly, recycled wood fiber composite core.

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RTF
Our Deco-form Rigid Thermal Foils (RTF) doors are seamlessly constructed with a durable, warp resistant composite core of Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF).

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MDF
Medium Density Fiberboard for painted projects. Our Deco-form Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) doors are an excellent choice when selecting a door for a painted project.

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Laminate
Typically the core is made of MDF or Particleboard. Laminate is available in a wide variety of colors, sheens, textures, and designs including solids, wood grains, and abstract designs and textures.

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Melamine
Melamine applied to a composite core and is a durable, coated paper-based product applied to a composite core and can also be referred to as Thermally Fused Laminate (TFL).

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Aluminum
Aluminum frame door styles are available in a Brushed or a Matte finish with a variety of glass insert options. The Brushed Finish is similar in color to stainless steel with a polished, shiny finish while the Matte Finish is a light silver with a flat finish.

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FSC Certified Materials
Decore offers a variety of materials certified under the standards established by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), ensuring wood materials are responsibly harvested and tracked through the supply chain from forest to destination.

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Decore Kitchen Cabinet Doors

Decore Kitchen Cabinet Doors

NEW GALLERY IMAGES! We’ve recently added several new images to our gallery collection! Whether you prefer kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, or offices, we’ve carefully selected inspiring images from several different homes!
EXPLORE OUR PRODUCTS… Doors & Drawer Fronts
Choose from 13 different construction and design options!
Butt Joint
Five piece construction with stiles and rails joining at a 90 degree angle in the corners.
Miter Joint
5-piece construction assembled with stiles and rails joining in the corners at a 45 degree angle.
Raised Panel
A raised panel is made of solid wood that brings the panel height level to the frame.
Recessed Panel
Solid, flat doors available in a variety of materials.
Slab
Solid, flat doors available in a variety of materials.
Edge Banded
Flat panel doors with banding applied to the edges.
Veneer Raised Panel
5-piece door construction with the raised panel routed in MDF and covered with high-quality veneer.
5-Piece (RTF)
5-piece wrapped 3-D laminate frames give the appearance of a wood door.
Beaded Panel
Routed grooves in the panel give the distinct beaded look.
1-Piece (RTF, MDF)
Starting with an MDF core, these solid pieces are typically routed to give them their unique design.
Rope Molding
5-piece door construction with additional rope molding applied to the face of the door.
Louver Style
Solid doors with a louver style look.
Applied Molding
5-piece door construction with additional molding applied to the face of the door to give a more elaborate look.
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Products
STREAMLINE™ your project by ordering your cabinet doors, drawer boxes, components, moldings, accessories, hardware, and finishing from our extensive offering.
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Materials & Finishes
Choose from a diverse collection of wood, RTF, laminate, veneer, melamine, aluminum, and FSC materials. Enhance your project with our industry leading water-based finishes.
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Gallery
This dramatic refacing job transformed the kitchen of this mountain cabin to better fit its home design and natural surroundings. Includes: Revere Solid DF (800D) with OE1 and Revere 5-Piece (800P).
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Design Styles
Do you come alive in the country? Feel energized by the pulse of the city? Start the journey to your newly designed space by exploring the design style that fits you best.
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Decore Brands
We invite you to learn more about the brands of Decore and see how they can benefit your business. The products shown within each brand can be viewed in their own product sections.
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Videos, Learn and FAQ’s
The hub of information where you can learn more about specific products, services, and even industry trends. Quick search for articles, FAQ’s or videos.
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Decore Blog
Our new Blog serves as the hub of our news center; look for regular updates with industry news, questions and answers, how-to articles and human interest stories, so stay tuned and check back often.
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Cabinet Door and Drawer Front Finishing

Cabinet Door and Drawer Front Finishing

Cabinet door and drawer box making is a true Cabinetmaker art form. The ability to transform blah, uninspiring kitchen cabinet doors into a homeowner’s dream takes many years of experience, an eye for detail, and the right products and tools.

At Decore-ative Specialties we understand that cabinet makers are always striving to do their utmost to please their demanding customers. We also understand that it takes a lot of precious time and effort for cabinet makers to keep their customers happy. That is why we have worked hard on our end to design and craft products such as cabinet doors, drawer fronts and drawer boxes that can not only live up to a cabinet maker’s expectations, but also take some of the burden of creation off of their hands.

Cabinet Door Finishing and Drawer Front Finishing

Although we know that cabinet makers typically do their own cabinet door finishing and drawer front finishing, we also know that these jobs can consume a lot of their job time. So we offer our lovingly crafted cabinet doors and drawer fronts in many finished versions, as well as our more traditional unfinished cabinet doors and drawer fronts. By offering cabinet door finishing and drawer front finishing for our cabinet makers, we believe we can help substantially reduce our valuable customer’s work load.

You will find that very few other cabinet door manufacturers offer finished cabinet doors and finished drawer fronts for sale. That is because most cabinet door manufacturers do not want to take on the sometimes substantial additional cost of operating a finishing plant. Most other manufacturers also don’t want to deal with all of the rules and regulations that come with operating such a facility, especially in states like California.

Professional Cabinet Makers

Yes, we know that it would be far easier for our company to follow suit and to not operate a finishing plant, but we believe that this is a valuable service that many of our customers will appreciate, and so we believe it is worth the added aggravation. Just like you, the professional cabinet maker, we at Decore-ative Specialties realize that this extra step is what a lot of our clients are looking for, and so we strive to please our customers, just as you try to please your customers.

Because Decore-ative Specialties has been in business since 1965 and because we are a leader in our industry, we carry all of the materials necessary to create these finished cabinet doors and finished drawer fronts, and we can pride ourselves on being able to craft products that should exactly match your creations.

We offer a variety of finishes, including glazes that allow the beauty of the natural wood to peek through, as well as our Elite Choice paint-based finishes that can completely coat the wood. The Elite Choice finishes creates a sleek no grain look that looks especially fantastic in modern kitchens.

So matter your customer’s preference, colonial, modern or country chic, we believe that our expert and experienced craftsmen can provide just the right finished cabinet door fronts and finished drawer fronts for your projects. We know you take pride in your work, and so we craft our drawer fronts and cabinet doors to meet your high expectations.

Decore-ative Specialties
2772 South Peck Road
Monrovia, California 91016
800-729-7255
www.decore.com