What causes water-damaged kitchen cabinets?

• <div><p>Because of their location, kitchen cabinets are susceptible to water damage from sinks and household appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers. The back wall of kitchen cabinets is often obscured by its contents, making it harder to detect <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/why-water-seeping-through-our-laminate-wood-floor.htm">water seeping through the floor</a> and into the unit from plumbing, window leaks, and broken appliances. When the water isn’t immediately dried and is left to sit there, it penetrates the cabinets and leaves them damaged.</p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain installed cabinets?

• <div><p>Clean regularly, avoid harsh chemicals, and check hinges for proper alignment to ensure longevity.</p></div>

Q: Are vanities glued to the wall?

• <div><p>Pros screw vanities into the wall with a mounting strip aligned over wall studs. They may also screw the base into the floor through nailing blocks or nail the base into the wall. However, in some cases, pros will glue the vanity mirror onto the wall to keep it from falling. </p></div>

Q: What kind of wood should I use for garage shelves?

• <div><p>Standard 2x4 boards and plywood or particle boards are sturdy and cost-effective for making garage shelves, and pressure-treated 2x4s are best for any portion that will contact an unfinished concrete slab in the garage. You can create custom shelving with these materials or use standard sizes for fewer cuts. Plywood and 2x4s are easy to work with and cut with a standard miter saw. The natural wood offers a modern look and will hold up for decades.</p></div>

Q: What is better for shelving: MDF or plywood?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re looking for shelving that will stand up to years of heavy stacking, plywood is the clear winner against MDF (a.k.a. medium-density fiberboard). Plywood is a sturdy material that resists sagging, warping, and splitting, making it the perfect fit for shelving in a variety of spaces. For sheds, garages, and other environments that aren&rsquo;t climate-controlled, wood or plywood is a must, as moisture and humidity will cause MDF to warp over time. While MDF is the more wallet-friendly material, it should only be used for storing lighter items in a climate-controlled space. </p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in July 2023
Johnathan (JB) is heaven sent he came out at 7am to look at the my big tree/stump job and STARTED at 12pm which Iâ ve been waiting weeks to be done!! JB if youâ re reading this please continue to pass out blessings sir and make someone elseâ s day!! Thank you again!!!!
OpExcellence Facility Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
They painted the kitchen, living room, stairwell and upstairs. Mr. Hearne showed up on time and finished each day around 2:30. Always very polite and cleaned up everything. The paint job was superb!! Very reasonable price and very professional. He stopped by on day 3 just to make sure...
Tim Hearne Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
Tommy did a wonderful job laying our vinyl plank floor. The floor was hard to get stuck down ( think it was because of the big drop in weather temp) but he was patient and took extra time working with it to make it perfect He was polite, professional, and easy to work with! Will definitely use...
Tommy Mitchell
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Reviewed in September 2015
Rico did a wonderful job and he made everything work great. He had a universal control which we bought from him and he programed for us our equipment. He had to spend some extra time and effort making things work with our receiver but he did it and it works great.
Geek Squad - Best Buy
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Reviewed in January 2015
Glenn was excellent to work with! I highly recommend him. They worked hard to make sure we got just what we wanted. He even came out on Saturday and showed me some painting tips! We love the work he did. I would definitely hire him again!
Specialty Coating Services,LLC
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Reviewed in February 2013
Jennifer was so good to let me know when each person would be at my house and she stayed on top of everyone to make sure the job was well done. Would highly recommend her to anyone that I know.
Jenrose Designs LLC
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Reviewed in May 2012
When I was pregnant, I had several friends bring me bags and boxes of baby stuff. Apparently on of them brought me roaches as well. As soon as I started noticing them, I panicked, and called this company, because I had seen it in my neighborhood. So the 1st time I call, the lady tells me I...
KILLER FOR HIRE-CITY TERMITE
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Reviewed in October 2011
We had to make an appointment and they stuck to the appointment. They fixed it when they said they would and their pricing is fair. I will use them again in the future.
Ashley's Automotive
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Reviewed in October 2011
They make gutters. I don’t remember the price they charged us, but we were pleased with them. They were very professional and knowledgeable. It was good quality work.
ALUMINUM AWNING & JALOUSIE CO
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