Materials & Craftsmanship
Boards, finishes, hardware and countertops — the details that decide how your furniture looks and lasts.
Custom furniture is only as good as the materials behind it. This page explains exactly what we use, why we choose it, and which option suits your market — so you can compare our offer against any other supplier on equal terms.
1. Carcass & Panel Boards
The core of every cabinet. We select the board according to budget, humidity level at destination, and expected service life.
| Board type | Best for | Moisture resistance | Cost level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Particle board (chipboard) | Dry-climate interiors, cost-driven projects | Standard / Green core available | $ |
| MDF (medium density fibreboard) | Routed, curved and lacquered doors | Standard / MR (moisture resistant) | $$ |
| Plywood (multi-layer) | High-humidity markets, marine & bathroom use | Excellent | $$$ |
| Blockboard / solid wood | Premium doors, visible structural parts | Good (species dependent) | $$$$ |
Southeast Asia note: for Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia we recommend MR-MDF or plywood carcasses in kitchens and bathrooms. Standard chipboard performs poorly at 80%+ relative humidity — this is the single most common cause of cabinet failure in tropical markets.
2. Surface Finishes
| Finish | Look & feel | Durability | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melamine (paper) | Matte, wide wood-grain range | Good, scratch resistant | Bedroom, storage, budget kitchens |
| PVC membrane | Rounded edges, 3D routed doors | Very good, water resistant | Classic style kitchen doors |
| PET / PET-G film | Soft matte or high gloss, no fingerprints | Excellent, UV stable | Modern kitchens, trending in SEA |
| Acrylic | High-gloss mirror-like surface | Excellent, repairable | Premium kitchens, display units |
| Lacquer (baked paint) | Solid colours, matte/satin/gloss | Excellent, fully custom colour | Premium whole-house projects |
| Veneer / solid wood | Natural grain, warm tone | Good, needs care | Luxury villas, hotel projects |
We send physical finish samples before production so you approve the exact colour and texture — never a screen render.
3. Hardware
Hardware is where cheap furniture fails first. We fit branded hardware as standard on request, and always specify the exact model in your quotation so nothing is substituted.
Soft-close hinges
Blum / Hettich / DTC clip-on hinges with integrated damping. Rated 50,000–80,000 cycles.
Drawer systems
Full-extension soft-close runners, tandem boxes, or metal-sided drawer systems for heavy use.
Lift-up & corner systems
Gas lifts, pull-down baskets, corner carousels and tall pantry pull-outs.
Handles & profiles
Aluminium G-profiles, J-profiles, recessed and handleless push-to-open options.
LED lighting
Sensor-activated strip lighting for wardrobes, under-cabinet and display units, 12V CE/UL drivers.
Adjustable legs & feet
Height-adjustable legs and plinth systems for uneven site floors.
4. Countertops
| Material | Thickness | Key advantage | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quartz engineered stone | 15 / 20 / 30 mm | Non-porous, hard, consistent colour | Most popular for export kitchens |
| Sintered stone | 6 / 12 mm | Heat & scratch resistant, ultra-thin | Premium, large format |
| Granite | 18 / 20 mm | Natural, extremely hard | Heavy, colour varies by batch |
| Solid surface / acrylic | 12 mm | Seamless joints, repairable | Commercial & hotel use |
| Laminate (HPL) | Post-forming | Light, low cost | Budget and rental projects |
5. Environmental & Compliance Standards
All boards can be supplied to the following emission grades. Please state your destination country and we will match the legal requirement.
- E0 / E1 — low formaldehyde emission, standard requirement in the EU, Australia and much of Asia
- CARB Phase 2 / TSCA Title VI — mandatory for the United States
- FSC-certified options available on request for EU and eco-sensitive tenders
- Formaldehyde test reports issued per batch, available for customs and client submission
Our Production Process
Every order passes through eight controlled stages: drawing confirmation → material cutting → edge banding → CNC drilling → surface finishing → assembly trial → QC inspection → export packing. Nothing moves to the next stage until the previous one is signed off.
6. Edge Banding & Detail Work
Edge banding is the most visible sign of quality. We use 1–2 mm PVC or ABS banding (not thin 0.4 mm), matched to panel colour, with PUR or EVA glue and post-forming for a seamless look on curved edges.