Why Use Membrane Kitchen Cabinets For Modular Kitchens?

Membrane kitchen cabinets are made from a flexible vinyl material that is created by heating vinyl and molding it over medium density fiberboard (MDF) or engineered wood. Whether membrane kitchen cabinets are right for your home depends on your needs, as they have several attractive features, but also some disadvantages.

A major advantage of choosing membrane kitchen cabinets is that they come in a wide selection of colors and patterns. The vinyl surface of these cabinets can be molded into a variety of patterns and shapes, which allows you to choose between a basic flat cabinet or a decorative design where you can choose a matte or gloss finish. 

Homeowners may be attracted to membrane kitchen cabinets because they are easy to care for and maintain. Membrane door surface is stain resistant and easy to wipe clean. Stubborn residues, such as grease, can be removed with a mild all-purpose cleaner. Membrane surfaces do not require protective coatings like wood cabinets, which reduces their maintenance costs. As long as the coating layer is not damaged, it will not crack due to too much humidity.

Membrane kitchen cabinets have excellent moisture resistance. However, they are not completely waterproof, although they do resist moisture better than other materials such as common MDF and wood. If the membrane finish is damaged and water seeps into the core, the cabinet can be irreparably damaged.

They're not very heat resistant, which means that if they're installed too close to a heat source, like your oven, the coating on the surface may bubble up. However, this problem can be solved by installing a heat shield between the cabinet and the heat source.

Because membrane kitchen cabinets are covered in vinyl over MDF or a solid wood core, they tend to be more expensive than traditional wood kitchen cabinets, which can add to the overall project cost. Additionally, wood cabinets are easy to rework to remove cracks, dents, and scratches, but once the membrane surface is damaged, it cannot be repaired.