Browse Forums Kitchen Corner Re: Life after vinyl wrap doors 7Jan 10, 2007 2:25 pm ![]() I think vinyl doors are a terrible product for use in kitchens. Can I butt in and ask what product in your opinion is the better option? as I would be very interested to here yours or anybody's view. Sasha ![]() Heat Shields 8Jan 10, 2007 2:32 pm Hi Vlad,
If your builder (or the kitchen supplier he is using) doesn't specify heatshields then it is very likely that there will be no warranty on any damage that occurs to the neighbouring panels. If he hasn't specified heatshields then the kitchen finish will not be compliant to the manufacturers specifications and by extension means that he is supplying a substandard fitout. Talk with him about this and make sure that this point is made. If he argues this point, find out who the supplier of the vinyl doors are and contact them directly - they will not be happy with the designer/builder. Do you know if it an Australian manufactured vinyl kitchen? A lot of builders have been using imported systems. If the supplier of the kitchen is an offshore company then things will be more complicated, as following up any problems will be extremely difficult. This is just one of the downsides of using cheap imported products... On a side note, it is very rarely made clear to consumers that even if a board product is covered by warranty, the manufacturer is normally only obligated to replace the defective board. The removal of the damaged board and installation of the new piece is not covered by the suppliers warranty. That part of the job will be dependent on the good nature of the installer. This alone bears serious consideration, as the labour costs could be hundreds of dollars. Just a few things to think about. Feel free to contact me if you need more information. Cheers, Earl Since you asked... 9Jan 10, 2007 2:40 pm Sasha,
Since you asked if anybody else has an opinion, here is mine. I would recommend a colourboard (laminated or melamine) or two pack kitchen any day in favour of thermolaminate (vinyl wrap). There are some excellent board products available that reproduce the gloss and finish of vinyl boards. The only thing a colourboard can't do is take a routered profile. If you want a bevelled edge or face rout then your best bet is to use two pack painted boards. But most importantly, if you choose any of these finishes, make sure that you are confident in the manufactureres and the suppliers ability to support their product - a very good reason to choose a local supplier. Since you are in Northern Queensland I would be wary of vinyl doors. As discussed above, thermolaminate doors do not like a combination of heat and moisture, which I understand you have in abundance up there. Regards, Earl Re: Life after vinyl wrap doors 10Jan 10, 2007 5:19 pm Thanks Earl
I like the high gloss finish as I want a very straight lined kitchen with no handles (push doors/drawers instead) I have been told to stay away from two pack though as I have 2 kids and I've been told they can get damaged easily, is this true? I was told that you can get a few high gloss finishes in Laminate (I think by Laminex???) but limited colours which doesn't bother me as I want to have a very neutral colour scheme on the cupboards and a great stand out feature wall behind my stove. This is meant to be harder wearing though than two pack. Can I ask if there is such a Laminate is it Laminex that makes it and as a kitehcn designer/fitter do you think it is a good product? Sasha ![]() PS Sorry to hijack your thread Kaz Gloss Board 11Jan 10, 2007 6:12 pm Hi Sasha,
There is some truth in what you say about two pack. It can be brittle and has a tendancy to chip off under impact, especially along the edges. It is also expensive to get fixed. I would not recommend two pack as a "child friendly" material, i.e. one that can sustain a knock or two and still scrub up well. The gloss board I was talking about is a melamine finished colour board, which means that the board is purchased coated with the finish before it is cut to size and drilled for hinges, as opposed to a laminated board where the laminate is applied as a secondary process. Precoated board is sometimes referred to as laminated board but is not quite the same. Colourboard is cheaper than laminating and is trdiationally edged in a matching 2mm PVC or ABS strip. Laminex do supply a gloss laminate that could be used for your doors, but the colourboard I am thinking about is, ironically, from Polytech, the same manufacturer that provides vinyl wrap doors. Polytech have just released an updated range of gloss boards www.polytech.com.au/solid.htm in a number of colours and patterns including the traditional gloss white. It is an excellent solution for your described needs and I can highly recommend this finish. We are using it quite frequently as a lower priced and more durable alternative to gloss two pack and haven't had a complaint yet. If you need more information get in touch with Polytech or send me a message. Regards, Earl If you want to extend the life of your Colorbond roof, painting it with a quality metal roof paint or applying a rust… 5 42142 ![]() We used pro clima walls and roof. It's a high quality product (good vapour permeability and water resistance) and can withstand UV for a long period of time. Pro clima's… 10 22656 This is not installed to the manufacturers installation specification and hence is not fit for purpose, voids warranty and possibly not meet code. Iām not sure on the… 3 12528 |