I'm interested in building kitchen cabinets out of reclaimed barn wood. Is this safe?

— Kristen Joiner Madison, WI

Answered by Ryan Flegal on February 9, 2011

I'm considering cabinet refacing on existing kitchen cabinets. Looking for companies that can do it sustainably.

— Gail Johnson Phoenix, AZ

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on January 13, 2011

My stove does not fill the entire space between countertops. Any simple way to cover the space to avoid spills on the hard-to-reach floor?

— Shirley Lafayette, CA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on December 28, 2010

I plan to replace my refrigerator when the new (realistic) Energy Star guidelines are available. How long do I have to wait?

— Vincent Ernest Da Forno Woburn, MA

Answered by William Fry on November 1, 2010

We are looking for formaldehyde-free cabinets. Any dealers/stores in Atlanta?

— lily Atlanta, GA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on October 13, 2010

I want to start a small kitchen compost bin for our plant waste. Any advice for an urban composter?

— Lauren Washington, DC

Answered by Kirsten Flynn on October 12, 2010

The underside coating of our stainless steel sink has a strong odor. Is it toxic? What should we do?

— Nancy Chen Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on October 11, 2010

Who makes a non-wood kitchen cabinet? I mean NO wood anywhere in the cabinet.

— R patel Goshen, NY

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on September 12, 2010

I would like a list of green kitchen cabinet manufacturers.

— Christina Campbell Greensboro, NC

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on August 16, 2010

Is alder wood (and alder wood veneer) safe to use in a custom kitchen cabinet?

— Jody Klessel Wellesley Hills, MA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on August 9, 2010

 

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