Least toxic alternatives are early in development. Kitchen cabinet suppliers and architectural mill shops supply solid cabinetry. Formaldehyde free cabinet material must be ordered from out of the area and put into custom built cabinets. Costs for solid cabinetry exceed conventional cabinet costs in varying amounts according to wood type. Solid wood cabinets are highly valued as an aesthetic and quality enhancement.
Standard practices apply to installing solid cabinetry.
Plywood without urea formaldehyde or medium density fiberboard can be used as part of the cabinets to help offset high costs. If sealing particleboard or other urea formaldehyde containing components, be certain to cover all surfaces. This is best done before the cabinets are installed. Environment Associates 4219 Richmond Ave. Ecologically Safe Homes 7471 North Shiloh Rd.