Contemporary kitchens often focus on the sleek and shiny, with white, silver and black the dominant colours. Stainless steel, marble and granite may be popular materials, but that does not mean traditional wood has gone out of fashion. It still has many things to offer in a kitchen refurb.
Timeless
People have been using wood as a material for millennia. It is traditional, but not in an old-fashioned sense. Instead, it adds classic notes to even the most contemporary designs. No matter how styles evolve, your wooden kitchen handles will remain relevant and characterful, with a unique colour, grain and texture that you cannot find in a more sterile stainless steel environment.
Durability
It may not have the corrosion resistance of some materials, but wood is more than durable enough to ensure a long life in most kitchens. The maintenance requirements are minimal if you have a surface treatment such as lacquer to protect it. The durability adds to the cost effectiveness.
Usability
Style is one thing, but you also want to be sure you will be comfortable using your wooden fixtures and fittings. It is no good having a handle that causes you an injury every time you use it. Wooden handles and knobs are easy to hold and pull.
Sustainability
Deforestation on a mass scale may be highly damaging to the planet, but with careful forest management, wood is a renewable resource. Trees can be replanted and grow again to replenish the supply, and the process of turning them into wooden handles is less resource intensive than metal or plastic.
Versatility
Wood is a broad category that comes in different colours and degrees of hardness. It can also be turned into handles with different shapes and designs. Experts such as those at www.thekitchenrefurbishmentcompany.co.uk/ can advise you on the many ways you could use wooden handles.
There are many reasons that wood continues to be popular, even as we develop new styles and materials. Why not add some warm, naturalistic notes to your kitchen whilst ensuring it remains functional, durable and comfortable to use?
