2 PACK POLYURETHANE PAINTED DOORS AND PANELS

A high quality finish on doors and drawer panels where medium density fibreboard is painted using automotive-style paints and hardeners. Doors can have a pattern cut into the front surface before painting and the finishes range from satin through to high gloss. Any colour can be selected from paint-chart ranges.

ACCESSORIES

Purpose-built devices that are used in cabinets to fulfill a purpose. Accessories can be as simple as a cutlery tray to keep the knives and forks in order and slide out garbage bins or as complicated as the pull out mechanisms for difficult-to-access corner cupboards.

APPLIANCES

The powered equipment that is part of kitchens and laundries such as ovens, fridges, cooktops, rangehoods, dishwashers, washing machines and dryers. Many appliances are now integrated into cabinets but this should always be done according to Australian standards and the manufacturer’s instructions.

CARCASS

Another name for the internal structure of a cabinet. For kitchens, bathrooms and laundries high moisture resistant particle board should be used.    

DRAWER RUNNERS

Drawers move in and out of a cabinet on runners. There is a wide range of different types available from basic metal runners through to electronic drawer closers. Budget and the width of the drawers will affect the type of runners that will be used.

EDGING FOR MELAMINE BOARDS

When a large board is cut up to make doors and panels the exposed edges are covered with an edging to match the board. Contrasting edges can also be used for a different look.

HINGES

Doors open and shut using a hinge clip and metal hinge attached to the cabinet and the door. Different types of doors require different hinges such as corner bi-fold doors that have special hinges that enable the doors to open and move out of the way to access the internal part of the cabinet. Other attachments such as stay-lift mechanisms can be used with hinges to open doors in a variety of ways.

KICKBOARD OR KICK FASCIA

Cabinets can be supported on adjustable legs and bases or a ladder kick or plinth. The kickboard or kick fascia is attached to the front to seal the area under the cabinets and for appearance.

LADDER KICK

A structure that supports the cabinets on the ground. A coloured fascia is applied to the front of the ladder kick.

LAMINATED PARTICLE BOARD:

A structural board made of wood chips or shavings that are mechanically pressed together into a sheet and glued together with resins. A sheet of 1mm thick laminate is glued to the surface to make bench tops for kitchens, laundries or home offices. Laminated particle board comes in HIGH MOISTURE RESISTANT (HMR) and STANDARD (ST). HMR board is more expensive than standard board but should be used in kitchens, laundries and bathrooms.

MELAMINE MEDIUM DENSITY FIBREBOARD (MDF):

A structural material made of wood chips or shavings that are mechanically pressed together into a sheet and glued together with resins. MDF is stronger than melamine particle board and is used for doors, drawer fronts and panels. The bonded surface is available in a wide range of colours, textures and patterns with matt, low sheen or glossy finishes. MDF is available in MOISTURE RESISTANT (MR) or STANDARD (ST). MR is more expensive than standard but should always be used in kitchens, laundries and bathrooms.

MELAMINE PARTICLE BOARD:

A structural board made of wood chips glued together with a bonded surface used to make cabinets, available in a wide range of colours, textures and patterns with matt, low sheen or glossy finishes. Melamine particle board comes in HIGH MOISTURE RESISTANT (HMR) or STANDARD (ST) board. HMR board is more expensive than standard board but should always be used in kitchens, laundries and bathrooms.

PLINTH

Another word for ladder kick.

TOUCH OR PUSH LATCHES

Used to open doors and drawers without handles. Doors are pushed slightly and a sprung mechanism opens the door. Issues can occur when used on large doors or frequently opened doors or drawers.

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TIPS FOR GOOD KITCHEN DESIGN

• Observe how your family uses your current kitchen:

–  Who cooks and who gets in the way?

–  How many people are in the kitchen at different times of the day?

–  How does your kitchen relate to the rest of the rooms in the house?

–  Can the kitchen space be improved by removing walls or changing door locations?

–  What is the first thing you would like to see when you enter the kitchen?

• Look at different styles of kitchen cabinetry in magazines, on the internet and on TV. Be prepared to think about different layouts and finishes that you may not have considered before.
• Be aware that cabinetry layout and finishes have a big influence on the cost of the kitchen.
• Cabinets should be made of high moisture resistant board.
• Work out what sort of appliances (ovens, cook tops, sinks, etc) are you planning?
• Look at different types of flooring that are available as this will affect the kitchen cabinetry
• Outdoor kitchens can be designed to extend your living and entertaining space.
• With a limited budget be prepared to use less expensive door and bench finishes and NOT on the best cabinetry design – doors and benches can always be upgraded at a later date.
• Door and bench top finishes in custom cabinetry can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available.

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the range of kitchen designs and custom cabinetry to create your special new kitchen space.

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TIPS FOR GOOD KITCHEN DESIGN WITH BABIES AND CHILDREN

• The layout of the kitchen cabinetry should have priority over expensive finishes – doors and bench tops can always be upgraded later.
• The cabinetry design should keep babies and toddlers away from hot appliances.
• Over the life of your new kitchen cabinetry, your babies will grow into teenagers so keeping the layout flexible is a big advantage.
• Door and bench top finishes in custom cabinetry can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available that fulfil your needs.
• A well placed floor cabinet, away from ovens but in sight, can provide a “toddler-entertainment-zone” storing plastics and other non-breakable items
• Incorporating island benches and breakfast bars with seating, encourages communication and participation in cooking activities. Avoid cook tops and sinks in these spaces.
• A mixture of drawer and standard cabinets keeps the kitchen more flexible. Stored items can always be rearranged to suit your needs as the children grow up.
• Use door and drawer finishes on the cabinets that are tough and easy-to-clean.
• Kitchen cabinetry with handles will help to keep sticky fingers off the cabinets doors and drawer faces.
• Child-proof latches can be attached to handles on cabinets and removed later
• Pull out storage accessories in pantry and corner unit cabinets can be damaged if children climb on them

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the range of kitchen designs and custom cabinetry to create your special new kitchen space.

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TIPS FOR GOOD KITCHEN DESIGN WITH TEENAGERS

• Incorporate islands and breakfast bars in the kitchen cabinetry for 2 way communication. Avoid sinks and cook tops in these spaces.
• Maximise bench space to accommodate multiple people preparing food.
• The best kitchens allow good access in and around the space – kitchen designs that include islands often have the best access.
• Modern homes often involve the whole family being in the kitchen at any one time and custom cabinetry creates the best kitchens to meets everyone’s needs.
• If possible, reduce competition for space in the kitchen by keeping the fridge, microwave and pantry cabinets close together as these  are the spaces most frequented by teenagers, leaving the rest of the kitchen less crowded.
• Avoid concentrating activity points such as pantry cabinets and kettles in corners.
• Provide easily accessible garbage bin cabinets – less excuses for not using it!
• Door and bench top finishes, in custom cabinetry, can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available that fulfil your needs.

JASPER designers can help you to create that special place for your whole family. Contact JASPER and make an appointment with one of our designers in our showroom.

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TIPS FOR GOOD VANITY DESIGN

• Identify the number of people using the vanity at peak times so your well designed bathroom cabinetry can help to reduce potential conflict with demands on the space.
• Look at different bathroom renovation ideas in magazines and on Pinterest to see what type of look appeals to you for bathroom vanities.
• Open towel storage cabinets can be an attractive feature.
• Modern bathroom vanities are often wall hung. This may not work for all bathroom cabinetry due to the plumbing.
• Bathroom basins come in many shapes and sizes and your custom bathroom cabinetry can be designed to accommodate different styles of basins.
• Plumbing pipes need to be allowed for in the cabinets. Drawer units under bathroom basins can make it difficult for plumbers.
• Space can be limited in bathrooms and custom cabinetry can be designed to accommodate your room with narrow cabinets.
• Cabinets should be made of high moisture resistant board.
• Door and bench top finishes in custom cabinetry can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available.

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the design of custom-made bathroom cabinets to create your new and very special bathroom space.

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TIPS FOR GOOD LAUNDRY DESIGN

• Think about how you use the laundry. As well as washing, do you iron or sort washing in the laundry?
• What type of washing machine and dryer are to be incorporated in the cabinetry design?
• Do you have a second fridge in the laundry?
• What other appliances, such as vacuum cleaners and other items do you need to store?
• Is there a manhole in the roof of the laundry that needs the cabinetry to allow space for access?
• Cabinets should be made of high moisture resistant board.
• Door and bench top finishes in custom cabinetry can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available.

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the design of custom cabinetry for your special new laundry space.

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TIPS FOR GOOD HOME OFFICE or STUDY DESIGN

• Identify how many people need to be comfortably accommodated in the home office design?
• List down your current computers, printers, phones etc and any changes that you might be planning.
• Open shelving cabinets are easier to access books and folders but doors hide clutter!
  • Cable trays incorporated into the office cabinetry under the back of the desk keep all those power leads tidy and safer.
  • Electrical eEquipment stored in office cabinetry may need to be ventilated to prevent overheating and potential fires.
  • Door and bench top finishes in custom cabinetry can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available.

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the options for custom cabinetry for your new home office space.

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TIPS FOR RENTAL PROPERTIES

• The design needs to create a comfortable space that is easy to work in and keep clean.
• Avoid corner units if possible. Bi-fold doors can be frustrating and vulnerable to mistreatment.
• Use wide floor cupboards to keep down costs and increase storage.
• Use finishes and colours that are easy to keep clean, will hide marks and stains, and will appeal to a wide cross section of people.
• Strongly-built cabinets with good quality hardware can be a higher capital cost but will be able to withstand the wear and tear of tenanted properties.
• A good design and good quality cabinets can have doors and bench tops replaced at an economical cost when renovating the property between tenants or for sale.

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the options for kitchen and laundry cabinetry for your rental asset.

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JASPER designers appreciate that as a professional you need to have a surgery or suite that is equally as professional. There are many factors to be considered when designing a new surgery but custom cabinets and joinery will allow you accommodate the needs of your profession and your clients.

TIPS FOR GOOD PRACTICE DESIGN

• Identify all the activities that will occur in the space and flow patterns for patients, staff and professionals between the different activities.
• Identify technical equipment that will be required and their specifications for space and services (power, water etc).
• Identify special procedures that need to be incorporated into the design as well as any special services (power, water, filters etc) that need to be accommodated in the layout of cabinetry.
• Identify the type of patients who will be using your practice. Different ages, mobility and sizes will all need to be considered in the design of cabinetry and joinery.
• A good design is both comfortable and calming for your patients.
• Assess if additional lighting will be required for patient safety and comfort.
• Identify the style and colour themes you would like to underpin the office cabinetry design.
• Door and bench top finishes in custom cabinetry can be selected from the wide range of materials  and colours available.
• Finishes in public spaces need to be hard wearing, easy to keep clean and safe for the public.

Contact JASPER to make an appointment to come into our showroom and let us guide you through the design of custom cabinetry for your professional office and surgery space.

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