For your kitchen cabinets, you should look for solid wood doors made from multiple strips of lumber in a variety of sizes to minimize the effects of warping.

The sides require larger support panels and are typically made with plywood or medium-density fiberboard (MDF). These materials have been combined with special chemicals to make them more water-resistant and durable than solid wood.

For smooth and dependable drawers, consider dovetail joints and full-extension or ball-bearing slides.