Materials

Specialty Finishes for Wood Cabinets

There are countless ways to give even more character to your cabinets. Options include:

Crackle—cracks in paint simulate the aging of a painted surface

Splatter—dark paint tops light or light tops dark to give a spattered look

Wormholing—random small holes throughout the wood mimic holes left by boring worms or larvae

Distressing—cracks, dents and nicks give the appearance of aged wood

Rounded corners—corners and edges are sanded before finishing for an antique look

Rub through—edges, crested areas and corners are sanded to reveal base color

Cow tails—splatter marks are applied that resemble the comma shape of the flick of a cow’s tail

Chaining—indentations are made that simulate wear and tear over time

Rasping—done with a rasp, the edges have filed scarring