Materials + Finishes
We crafted our materials palette using the same demanding standards that distinguish our furniture.
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We crafted our materials palette using the same demanding standards that distinguish our furniture.
At Nucraft we are committed to sustainability and the reduction of material samples ending up in landfills. When you are done with your samples, you...read more
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Veneer
Characteristics
• Natural biophilic look
• Variation and uniqueness in grain pattern
• Authentic natural pattern
Considerations
• Requires professional refinishing if damaged
• Color can change overtime
• Moisture and heat may damage finish
• Color variation from log to log
• Natural light can lighten wood (lighter veneers more susceptible to oxidation)
Standard Wood Veneer
Laminate
Characteristics
• Easy to clean
• Impenetrable surface
• Maintenance free
• Pattern consistency
• Does not fade due to exposure to the sunlight
Considerations
• Not heat resistant
• Can chip and scratch
• Can fade and yellow
• Black lines where surfaces meet
Solid Laminates
Patterned Laminates
Wood Grain Laminates
Glass
Characteristics
• Can withstand heat and moisture
• Easy to clean
Considerations
• Surface may scratch and chip
• Surface can show fingerprints
• Color variation from sheet to sheet
Backpainted Glass
1/2" Thick Glass
Glass Door Option (Compatta)
Linoleum
Characteristics
• Made from natural materials
• Satin matte finish
• Natural tactile look and feel
• Easy to clean
• Soft touch
Considerations
• Surface may scratch
• Not easily repaired
Linoleum
Stone
Quartz
Characteristics
• Stain resistant
• Durable surface
• Never have to be sealed
• Easy to clean
• Engineered surface made from natural materials
Considerations
• Cool to the touch
• Can be damaged with very high heat
• Pattern variation slab to slab
• Cannot guarantee grain match through seamed pieces
Granite
Characteristics
• Heat resistant
• Natural surface
• Durable and scratch resistant
Considerations
• Cool to the touch
• Needs to be sealed
• Matte finish can show fingerprints
• Can have variation in multi piece tables
Marble
Characteristics
• A beautiful and natural surface
• Unique and distinct patterns and veining
Considerations
• Cool to the touch
• Susceptible to chips, stains and etching
• Needs to be sealed
• Mineral Streaks can be visible
• Can have variation in multi piece tables
Solid Surface
Characteristics
• Man-made surface
• Non-porous
• Can be repaired
Considerations
• Not entirely heat resistant
• May need to be refinished if scratched
• Yellowing may occur
• Can be variation in multi-piece tables
Solid Surface
FENIX®
Characteristics
• Soft to the touch
• Matte appearance
• Anti-fingerprint
• Scratches can be repaired
• Anti-bacterial / easy to clean
Considerations
• Surface can scratch and chip
• Priced higher than traditional laminate
FENIX® NTM
Metal
Chemetal
Chemetal - Metal
Paint
Paint Match to Powdercoat
Paint
Paint - for Emme® products only
Novawrap
Characteristics
• Flexibile
• Light resistant
• Mechanical resistant
• Stain resistant
• Thermoformability
Novawrap
Edge Band
ABS
Acrylic
Mirrored Acrylic (Crossbeam only)
Fabric
Upholstery Fabrics
Tackzone Fabrics
Leather / Polyurethane
Note
Paldao veneer is defined by its highly expressive appearance, mainly shown in the density and thickness of its black striping. As expected with all natural materials, there will be significant natural variation from veneer flitch to flitch. Please contact our quote department to learn more about best practices when specifying Paldao veneer.