🎨 Choosing Kitchen Finishes: Painted Cabinetry vs FENIX

The choice of kitchen finish has a significant influence on both the appearance and long-term performance of a kitchen.

🎨 Painted cabinetry

• Timeless and versatile aesthetic
• Particularly suited to period homes and traditional architecture
• Can often be sympathetically touched in over time

However, painted finishes generally require more maintenance and may show wear more visibly in heavily used areas.

🧪 Contemporary laminates & FENIX

• Ultra-matte contemporary appearance
• Highly durable and resistant to fingerprints
• Excellent stability within demanding kitchen environments

FENIX surfaces are increasingly specified within contemporary bespoke kitchens due to their practicality and refined aesthetic.

⚖️ A balanced approach

Many contemporary kitchens now combine painted cabinetry, timber veneers and engineered finishes within the same project.

This allows different materials to be selected according to how each part of the kitchen will be used.

📍 Our approach

At Daulby & Tickle, finishes are selected not only for visual appeal but also for their suitability, longevity and ability to integrate naturally within the wider architecture of the home.

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