6. Do your cabinets come with a warranty?
A: Vancouver Cabinets warranties its cabinetry to be free
of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one
year.
This warranty does not cover the natural aging or darkening
of wood color, the inherent growth characteristics of, or
variation in wood. Some replacement parts are subject to
availability, and may differ from those originally supplied.
This warranty does not apply to products or parts purchased
without a finish. This warranty does not cover wear and
tear, damage or defects caused by misuse, abuse, negligence,
alteration, non-residential use, or improper installation,
storage, or handling.
To the extent permitted by law, this warranty does not
cover special, incidental or consequential damages (such
as labor expenses in uninstalling or installing any material
or parts) whether arising out of breach of warranty, breach
of contract, tort, or otherwise. Some provinces do not allow
the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you.
7. Do I need to pick my cabinets or appliances first?
Selection of appliances goes hand in hand with the design
process. In order to avoid unnecessary changes once your
design is finalized it is wise to identify the appliances
you'll be using early on. Your designer may offer an alternate
recommendation if a particular choice is not suited to your
design.
8. Do you install the cabinets too?
How much does it cost? Installation of your cabinetry forms
an integral part of the overall success of the project.
We highly recommend our trained professionals are a part
of the "product" we're supplying. The cost of the installation
is typically included in the final quotation. The amount
will vary of course with the complexity of the design, quantity
of cabinets, etc..
9. Should I install my floor or my cabinets first?
We recommend most flooring materials are best installed
prior to the cabinetry, however, some types such as laminate
may require installation to take place afterwards. One should
always verify which is best for your particular product.
10. What you need to do to prepare your site
11. What Are RTA Cabinets?
RTA cabinets - also known as ready-to-assemble cabinets
- are kitchen cabinets that come to you already prepared
to install in your kitchen. Unlike standard cabinets that
require someone to drill holes and add latches and knobs
or pulls, RTA cabinets already come with the hardware you
need and the holes drilled. The only catch is that someone
will still need to piece them together. The good news, however,
is that if you consider yourself to be handy then you could
do the work yourself.
12. Do RTA Cabinets Still Offer Quality?
Some homeowners wonder if RTA cabinets will offer the quality
that is available from standard or custom cabinets. The
answer is yes. Just because their ready-to-assemble doesn't
mean that they aren't quality kitchen cabinets. In fact,
they are made of the same great hardwood as those made to
order. Even better, they come with a beautiful stain or
paint applied which saves you work down the line. The good
news is that plenty of manufacturers ensure that the quality
of their wood is not lost on the lowered price of their
beautiful cabinets. So if you're interested in getting your
hands on some inexpensive kitchen cabinets that still offer
the quality you'll find with custom manufacturers then it
may be time to see if RTA kitchen cabinets are what you
need.
13. What is laminate?
Plastic laminate is made from layers of paper that are
first impregnated with resin and then bonded together under
pressure and high temperature-forming a thin, rigid sheet.
Branded manufacturers of laminate such as Formica, Arborite,
Wilsonart, Pionite, and Nevamar are glued to a wood substrate
typically for countertops. At Vancouver Cabinets, we carry
an assortment of over 200 stock colours and textures. We
are sure that you will find a colour best suited from our
selection, but can custom order sheets as the assortment
runs into the thousands.
14. Is one finish better than the other in regards
to laminate?
There is no one "best" finish in regards to durability
of laminate finishes. At Vancouver Cabinet, we can help
you assess the differences from matt¨¦, gloss, and
specialty textures. A particular finish may wear better
depending on the level of usage. All laminates are vulnerable
to chips, excessive heat, cracks, and scratches when not
properly cared for.
15. Can I repair a damaged laminate countertop?
Laminate is a thin material and requires proper maintenance.
Unfortunately chips, burns, cracks, and scratches cannot
be repaired and a replacement countertop is recommended.
16. What is engineered stone?
Engineered stone is a quartz product. Quartz is one of
the hardest minerals in the world. Pure quartz is combined
with pigments and resins to create slabs that are non-porous,
strong, and rival the beauty of quarry stones.
17. Can I put hot things on stone or quartz?
Generally, stone and quartz are very heat resistant, but
it depends on "how hot" of an object. A tea kettle or a
hot dish out of the microwave is typically not a threat
but a 450¡ã pot from the oven can cause damage. It
is always better to be safe rather than sorry, so we recommend
the use of a hot pad.
18. Will granite or quartz chip?
Under normal use it is unlikely that your granite or quartz
countertop will chip. Obviously, the edges are more susceptible
to chipping than the middle of the surface, and if struck
with enough force (e.g., a heavy pot) a chip can occur.
Such occurrences are not covered by any manufacturing warranty
but are usually repairable, depending on the size of the
chip.
19. Will my quartz countertop be seamless?
Quartz is manufactured and installed just like granite,
so if a seam is required it will not be as seamless as solid
surface countertops are. We do our best to avoid the use
of seams whenever possible, but when necessary our seams
are consistently the best in the industry.
20. Will quartz products vary in color?
Quartz countertops are composed of 93% natural quartz.
Variation in the natural stone (quartz) color, pattern,
size, shape, and shade are inherent and unique characteristics
to be expected with quartz products.
21. How long will it take for my countertop to be made?
Depending on the type of countertop, production times will
vary. the average production time runs seven to twelve working
days. If you have ordered a custom colour in laminate, solid
surface, or quartz, be advised that ordering in a non-stock
colour will add to the normal stock lead time. Please speak
to a showroom representative for lead times on specific
materials.
22. Do I have to hire a contractor for my installation?
Vancouver Cabinets offers a full service expert installation
team to ensure that your new countertop is installed correctly
and on time.
23. How long does a countertop installation last?
Installation times vary greatly depending on the type of
material, layout of the job, and levelness of the cabinets.
On average, a solid surface installation will last three
to four hours and a stone or quartz job will last four to
five hours.
24. Will the countertop installation be noisy/messy/smelly?
Yes, yes, and yes. While we take the utmost care while
installing your countertops, there are loud tools required
to complete the job. We have dust collection systems but
no installation process is 100% dust free. You may want
to drape or cover areas to contain the dust to the construction
area. We will leave the job-site in "broom swept" condition.
Additionally, chemicals are often used in the installation
process. Epoxies and other glues can have a strong odor
but are not a health concern with an open window.