PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES: 11. CABINETS AND COUNTERTOPS

11.3 Cabinet Door or Drawer Face Is Warped

Acceptable Performance/Condition

Cabinet doors and drawer faces shall not permanently warp in excess of:

• 3 mm (1/8") measured corner to corner for doors less than 150 mm (6”) in length/height, or;
• 6 mm (1/4”) measured corner to corner for doors greater than 150 mm (6”) in length/height.
• Humidity levels in the home may affect cabinet doors and drawer faces made from wood or wood products. Some minor shrinkage may occur and is not covered under warranty.

Warranty Coverage

• 12 months In-Home
• 15 months Common Property

Damage resulting from normal shrinkage or maintenance not conducted by the owner in keeping with maintenance documentation provided to the owner by the warranty provider or builder is not covered under warranty.

Claim Response

Cabinet doors and drawer faces not meeting the Acceptable Performance/Condition are to be rectified.

Where repairs are required, colour, finish, grain, sheen or texture may not have an exact match.

Maintenance Tip

Inspect hinges and hardware and tighten if loose.

Do not overload cabinet shelves or drawers.