CARB stands for California Air Resources Board, also known as Air Resources Board (ARB). It is a department of the California Environmental Protection Agency. It was established in 1967 with the purpose of maintaining and improving air quality, and researching causes and solutions of air pollution. CARB's mandates, such as CARB 2 compliant MDF, are strict and usually are considered the standard across the United States.
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CARB Phase 1 and Phase 2 are a part of California's Composite Wood Products Regulation (CWP Regulation), which took effect in 2009 with Phase 1. The regulation has to do with reducing formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products, hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium density fiberboard (MDF). In the 2009 rollout of the CARB's Airborne Toxic Control Measure (ATCM), formaldehyde emissions were capped at .08 parts per million (ppm). CARB Phase 2 went into effect in 2010 and has much lower formaldehyde emissions than the previous phase; set at .05 ppm. A main reason why the CARB ATCM is the strictest air quality measure is because it CAPS emissions levels. Other air quality standards are averages.
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Graphite Grey Shaker
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The Graphite Grey Shaker collection offers a sleek and tasteful design that will enhance the look of any kitchen. Elevate your kitchen to the next level by adding a white, cream or dark painted island. The cabinets feature soft closing drawers and doors, and a 7 step finish process with a UV coating.
Specifications
This finish is available in both Pre-Assembled and Ready to Assemble
| Shipping Time: |
Ships in 5-15 business days |
| Style: | Shaker |
| Face Frame: | 3/4" x 1-3/4" Birch |
| Door Frame: | 3/4" HDF (HDF is used to avoid cracking/warping) |
| Door Center: | HDF (HDF is used to avoid cracking/warping) |
| Door Frame Width: | 2.75" |
| Center Panel Beveled Edge: | Yes |
| Sides: | 1/2"A-Grade Plywood |
| Top & Bottom (Wall): | 1/2"A-Grade Plywood |
| Bottom (Base): | 1/2"A-Grade Plywood |
| Back Panel: | 1/2"A-Grade Plywood Full Back |
| Shelves: | Adjustable 3/4" w/Front Edge Banding |
| Base Cabinet Shelf Depth: | 1/2 |
| Drawer Box: | 5/8" solid hardwood, dovetailed drawer box, 5/16" Plywood Drawer Box Bottom, 5-Piece drawer front construction |
| Drawer Glides: | Undermount, Full Extension, Soft Close Glides |
| Base Corner Supports: | 3/4" Solid Wood Corner Blocks |
| Overlay: | Full |
| Hinges: | 6-way Adjustable, Concealed, European Soft Close Hinges |
| Cabinet Interior: | UV Coated Natural Interior(Prepped-for-glass cabinets will be finished to match the cabinet fronts) |
| Center Stile: |
None (unless listed in the cabinet description) |
| Assembly Method: | Metal Clip or Glue & Staple: Cabinets come with Metal Clips (Cleats - not already installed on the cabinets) that can be used to assemble or the cabinets can be Glued and Stapled. If Staple & Glued, clips will not be used |
| Finish: | 7 step, acid-catalyzed finish process with a UV coating |
| Toe Kick: | 1/2" Plywood |
| Installation Rail: | None |
| Wall Cabinet Bottoms Finished (Exterior): | Yes (just bottom panel, edges of side and back panel and recessed area is unfinished) |
| CARB Compliant: | Yes |
| Door Hinges: | Doors come pre-drilled for the hinges, the face frame has marks where to drill and the customer chooses Right or Left during assembly. |
| Toe Kicks Included w/Base Cabinets: | Yes, but there will be a small gap when two cabinets are side by side, so the TKC (8' toe kick) is needed if cabinets are next to each other. |
| Sides Panels Finished: | Yes |
| Installation/Design Note: |
The cabinet depth measurement listed is the depth from the front of the face frame to the back of the cabinet, and does not include the cabinet door depth. Schematic images and renderings are generic and may not represent exact construction details for each collection. The exact specifications for this collection can be found in the construction details listed above. |
Assembly
All wall, base, vanity, pantry and oven cabinets will be shipped Pre-Assembled and ready to install! There will need to be some installation on site of certain accessory items. These types of items include but are not limited to: fillers, moldings, toe kicks, some glass doors/shelves/inserts and roll out trays, panels, decorative/dummy doors, valances, soft close door adapters, corbels, decorative legs/posts and accents. It is not uncommon to have to adjust drawers or doors on assembled cabinets after delivery, as parts can sometimes shift in transit.
The cabinets will be assembled with either staples from the back, or pin nails from the sides. Exposed cabinet sides will need skins or decorative panels applied (purchased seprately) to hide the pin nail holes that will be visible. The face frame is attached to the cabinet box using staples to keep it in place, and then glue is added for reinforcement.
The following cabinet lines have similar specifications and door profile.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Graphite Grey Shaker Cabinets
What should I know about Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled kitchen cabinets?
Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets are pre-assembled shaker-style kitchen cabinets with a graphite grey finish. The cabinet boxes arrive assembled; leveling, fastening, trim, and accessory installation are completed on site.
What does the Graphite Grey Shaker finish look like on pre-assembled cabinets?
On pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets, the finish is a graphite grey finish. View a sample beside the room's countertops, flooring, backsplash, and wall colors to judge the finish under your actual lighting.
How are Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinet boxes constructed?
Pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker cabinet boxes and face frames use a 3/4" x 1-3/4" birch face frame with 1/2" A-grade plywood sides, wall cabinet tops and bottoms, base cabinet bottoms, and a 1/2" A-grade plywood full back panel.
How are the doors and center panels in Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets constructed?
The pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker door and center panel construction uses premium HDF door frames and premium HDF center panels, with HDF used to help reduce cracking and warping. The finish uses a 7-step, acid-catalyzed finish process with a UV coating.
Which soft-close hinges and drawer glides are included with Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets?
Pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets include soft-close cabinet hardware. The specifications list undermount, full-extension, soft-close drawer glides and 6-way adjustable concealed European soft-close hinges.
What is the drawer-box construction in Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets?
The drawer boxes for pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets are constructed with 5/8" solid hardwood dovetailed drawer boxes with 5/16" plywood drawer box bottoms and 5-piece drawer front construction.
Are Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets CARB Phase 2 compliant?
Yes. The pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker collection is CARB Phase 2 compliant.
Do Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets arrive assembled, and what installation work remains?
Yes. Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets ship pre-assembled and ready to install. Some accessory items, such as fillers, moldings, toe kicks, panels, roll-out trays, decorative items, and glass-related components, may still require installation on site.
Can I order a sample door for Graphite Grey Shaker before buying pre-assembled cabinets?
Yes. Sample doors for Graphite Grey Shaker can be ordered before purchasing the full pre-assembled cabinet line. Compare the sample with your countertops, flooring, backsplash, and wall colors in the room where the cabinets will be installed.
What warranty coverage comes with Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets?
Pre-assembled Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets come with The RTA Store's 20-year limited residential warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser, subject to the full warranty terms.
What wall cabinet sizes and configurations are available in Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets?
Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled wall cabinets provide upper storage in multiple widths and heights depending on the current assortment. Standard wall cabinets are commonly 12 inches deep, while refrigerator, hood, and other specialty cabinets may use different depths. Check the exact SKU dimensions and current Graphite Grey Shaker offerings for corner, glass-ready, open, deep, or other specialty wall cabinets. The cabinet boxes arrive assembled and are installed on site.
How do I choose the right Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled wall cabinet height and depth?
Base the Graphite Grey Shaker wall-cabinet layout on finished room measurements, including ceiling height, soffits, backsplash clearance, windows, refrigerators, range hoods, and other appliances. A 12-inch depth is common for standard upper cabinets, but specialty depths vary. Because Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled boxes arrive built, also confirm doorway, hallway, stair, elevator, and installation clearances for the exact cabinet dimensions.
What types of Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled base cabinets can I use in a kitchen?
The Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled base-cabinet assortment can include standard door-and-drawer bases plus specialized configurations when offered, such as drawer bases, sink bases, corner cabinets, tray bases, or other functional units. The appropriate mix depends on appliances, sink placement, storage priorities, and available wall space. Use the current Graphite Grey Shaker product listings to confirm exact cabinet types and widths.
What are the standard dimensions for Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled base cabinets?
Standard kitchen base cabinets are typically about 34-1/2 inches high and 24 inches deep before the countertop, with width determined by the individual SKU. Sink bases, corner units, drawer bases, and specialty Graphite Grey Shaker cabinets can differ. Plan from the exact product dimensions when calculating fillers, appliance openings, countertops, and clearances, and account for the larger handling footprint of a cabinet that arrives pre-assembled.
What are Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled tall and pantry cabinets used for?
Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled tall cabinets create full-height storage for pantry goods, household supplies, and, where compatible appliance cabinets are offered, ovens or microwaves. They are useful when a kitchen needs more vertical storage without increasing countertop area. Available heights, widths, depths, rollout options, and appliance configurations vary by SKU, so the design should be based on the exact Graphite Grey Shaker tall cabinet selected.
How do I size a Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled pantry or tall cabinet?
Measure the ceiling height and the full installation path before selecting a Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled tall cabinet. Common kitchen tall-cabinet heights include 84, 90, and 96 inches, and many pantry cabinets are approximately 24 inches deep, but product dimensions vary. Allow for crown molding, ceiling irregularities, door swing, adjacent appliances, and enough room to carry and stand the assembled cabinet in place.
Which Graphite Grey Shaker accessories help complete a pre-assembled cabinet installation?
A finished Graphite Grey Shaker installation may use matching fillers, finished panels, toe kicks, moldings, decorative end panels, touch-up materials, or other collection-specific accessories. These pieces address wall gaps, exposed cabinet sides, cabinet bases, and transitions at ceilings, islands, and appliances. Accessory availability varies, so select pieces intended for the Graphite Grey Shaker collection and the exact layout.
When should I order Graphite Grey Shaker panels, fillers, molding, and toe kicks for a pre-assembled installation?
Include Graphite Grey Shaker finishing pieces in the cabinet plan before the order is placed. Fillers can provide wall and door clearance, panels finish exposed sides, toe kicks cover the cabinet-base area, and molding completes upper transitions. Ordering these items with the pre-assembled cabinets helps keep finish coordination and quantities aligned with the final design instead of discovering missing trim during installation.
Can Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets be used for a bathroom vanity?
If vanity cabinets are offered in the Graphite Grey Shaker line, they allow the same style and finish to be carried into a bathroom with cabinet boxes that arrive assembled. Select a vanity intended to fit the sink, countertop, plumbing, room width, and storage plan. A matching kitchen base cabinet should not automatically be treated as a vanity; use the specifications and intended application of the actual Graphite Grey Shaker vanity SKU.
How do I choose the right Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled bathroom vanity size?
Measure the finished bathroom space and confirm plumbing, sink type, countertop overhang, doors, drawers, and nearby fixtures before choosing a Graphite Grey Shaker vanity. Vanity dimensions can differ from standard kitchen base cabinets, so use the exact product specifications. Because the box arrives assembled, confirm that the vanity can also pass through doors, halls, stairs, or other access points on the way to the bathroom.
What storage accessories work with Graphite Grey Shaker pre-assembled cabinets?
Compatible Graphite Grey Shaker storage accessories can include rollout trays, waste-bin pullouts, spice organizers, tray dividers, drawer organizers, or other cabinet-specific components when offered. Fit is generally determined by cabinet type, width, opening, and interior dimensions rather than by finish alone. Match each organizer to the exact Graphite Grey Shaker cabinet SKU and verify whether it is factory-installed, field-installed, or sold separately.
Should I select Graphite Grey Shaker storage accessories before ordering pre-assembled cabinets?
Yes. Plan desired Graphite Grey Shaker storage features before the cabinet order whenever possible. Pullouts, rollouts, waste systems, and organizers often require specific cabinet widths or configurations, so storage choices can affect which cabinets belong in the design. Some accessories can be installed later, but confirming compatibility early helps avoid ordering a pre-assembled cabinet that cannot accommodate the desired organizer.
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