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What’s the Difference Between Framed and Frameless Cabinets?

You may have heard of framed and frameless cabinets, but do you know the difference? Framless cabinets are more popular in Europe, but are making their way to the U.S. As the name suggests, there is no “frame.” In other words, the door completely overlays the cabinets box, revealing no part of the cabinet underneath. They are constructed more like a box with plywood or particleboard sides, top, and back. Framed cabinets have doors attached to a “frame,” which is usually hardwood. The sides are usually a thinner plywood back. Base cabinets have no top.