Wood: still a safe, timeless value

Natural materials are hip and trendy

The kitchen is the place par excellence to go on a culinary journey and gain experiences. It is also a place where style and beauty are all-important. The material of the shelves, worktop and cabinets play a crucial role in this. Wood is hot today, both real wood and good imitation.

The interior design trend today is the use of natural materials. In the kitchen, but also in the living space, we are looking for more peace and well-being. Wood, naturally warm and aesthetic, is an obvious choice.

Endless possibilities in terms of design and style

From rustic cottage kitchens to modern and minimalist designs, wood suits every taste. Frank Mom of Nolte Küchen: "Real wood is a real eye-catcher in the kitchen thanks to its unique structure. In turn, imitation wood provides a homogeneous, consistent effect. But it is really not necessary to finish an entire kitchen in wood. A wooden shelf, for example, is enough to attract attention. And those who really want to stand out with a modern and personal touch can treat the wood, for example, with a lacquer finish in their favorite color."

Authentic sensations

The specific structure of wood, thanks to its undeniably natural and pleasant feel, is often seen as the main reason for choosing wood. "But imitation wood has also come a huge way in terms of structure and feel," Frank immediately adds. "Innovative techniques such as, for example, 'synchronized pores' give imitation wood a quasi identical appearance to real wood, sometimes even barely distinguishable from each other."

neoLodge vs ARTLINE

Frank: "A great example of real wood in the kitchen? Take a look at the neoLodge in Diamond Oak. The visually appealing and interesting groove structure is also hot in the interior design world today. In a kitchen island or traditional arrangement, with a color palette from light to dark, with neoLodge everyone can choose according to personal preference. But we also find the trendy grooved look in ARTLINE, the counterpart of neoLodge. Precisely because of this, ARTLINE appears to be real wood but nothing could be further from the truth. ARTLINE thus shows that any trendy theme is possible, even if imitation wood is chosen. After all, the final choice between the two materials is an extremely personal decision that depends on aesthetic preference and practical considerations."

Timeless, trendy and convenient

Wood represents a connection to nature, stylistic diversity and durability. The integration of wood, whether it is the real natural material or a stoneware imitation, creates a warm, cozy atmosphere in any kitchen. "Choosing wood is choosing timeless beauty as well as functionality," concludes Frank. "Combine wood with a favorite color for even more warmth in the kitchen."