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CCCE/WPE April 17-19, 2024

Visit WalzCraft at the Cabinets & Closets Expo and Wood Pro Expo (Co-Located Event) in Schaumburg, IL – April 17th-19th, 2024. The co-located event will feature industry education, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall showcasing wood products, supplies, and machinery.

Use WalzCraft’s VIP Customer Code during registration to receive FREE admission to the Expo Hall or to receive 25% off the full conference program which includes the expo.

VIP Code: WALZ24
Register Now

Conference Hours
Wednesday, April 17: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Expo Floor Hours
Thursday, April 18: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, April 19: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

WalzCraft Booth #509

Schaumburg Convention Center SchaumburgIL

For more information, please visit:
Cabinets & Closets Expo / Wood Pro Expo

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Manufacturing Day 2023

WalzCraft Manufacturing Day

October is a month dedicated to celebrating manufacturing, with the first Friday earmarked as Manufacturing Day. MFG Day shines a spotlight on the significance of manufacturing and its pivotal role in strengthening local, national, and international economies. WalzCraft, as a leading manufacturer, takes immense pride in offering employment opportunities in the La Crosse area and crafting top-notch products.

This year, we marked MFG Day on October 6th, 2023. In honor of the occasion, WalzCraft gifted exclusive t-shirts to our devoted Manufacturing Team as a token of appreciation for their relentless efforts. The festivities didn’t stop there – a catered lunch was arranged for the entire company.

We extend our gratitude to all our Team Members for consistently making our products stand out as Something Special from Wisconsin™.

WalzCraft Manufacturing Day
WalzCraft Manufacturing Day
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New Abiqua Pine 3D Laminate

Albiqua Pine News Feature

WalzCraft recently added Abiqua Pine to our 3D Laminate (RTF) finish options. Abiqua Pine is a wood “look” 3D Laminate with a slight texture. It features linear grain with a mix of misty white, gray, and hazy blue undertones. We’ve also added a new Signature Series Design in Abiqua Pine. The S1015 Biscayne is a 1-piece door and drawer front with a beveled Stile/Rail profile, Outside Edge, and a flat center panel.

Abiqua Pine 3D Laminate (RTF)

Abiqua Pine 3D Laminate (RTF)

S1015 Biscayne

S1015 Biscayne Cabinet Door

Availability

Contact our Customer Support Team to order samples today!

Learn More about 3D Laminate (RTF) Doors

View all 3D Laminate (RTF) Colors

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Beaded Center Panel Face Routing

Beaded CPFR Doors

Due to the popularity of Beaded / Reeded Cabinet Doors, we recently added a Continuous Bead Center Panel Face Rout option to our catalog.

Continuous Bead Center Panel Face Rout CPFR 3700

Availability

Our CPFR 3700 features 1/4″ wide beads and is available on material 11/32″ thick or greater. This includes:

  • Frame and Panel Doors / Drawer Fronts using RVSCP-PR324 (CPFR applied to Center Panel Only)
  • Solid Wood Slabs including Style 1270 Doors, Style 1270* Drawer Fronts, and Glued-Up Panels (GUPFS)
  • Raw MDF Slabs including Style 500 Doors, Style 500* Drawer Fronts, and Sheet Stock
    • Raw MDF Slab products are available in 1/4″ width increments when ordering CPFR 3700

S1013 Felix

S1013 Felix Continuous Bead Shaker Door

S1014 Olivia

S1014 Olivia Continuous Bead Slab Door
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Nexus Cabinet Doors

Nexus Cabinet Doors NPR
Nexus Cabinet Doors
Pictured Left to Right: S1002, S999, S998, S1000, S1005, S1006, S1007, & S1010

WalzCraft’s Nexus Doors and Drawer Fronts offer a fresh take on the classic shaker style with narrower stiles and rails. This design is known in the cabinet industry as a Slim Shaker, Skinny Shaker, or Thin Shaker. Our version includes a variety of square, beaded, and beveled profiles that range from 1/4″ to 7/8″ wide. Nexus Cabinet Doors have solid wood stiles, rails, and outside edge molding with mitered corners. The flat center panel is available in plywood with wood veneer face/back with MDF core or raw MDF for painted products.

Our Nexus series is also available with Continuous Bead (Reeded) Applied Molding applied to the face of the door or drawer front. We offer two continuous bead options with either a beaded or square shaker outside edge. Beaded or Reeded Cabinet Doors provide a great way to add texture and visual impact to custom furniture, vanities, and more.

Due to the popularity of Slim Shaker and Reeded Cabinet Doors, we’ve added thirteen new Nexus Signature Series Designs to help you visualize the new options. As always, WalzCraft’s Signature Series Designs are available as shown or customized to fit your project.

Contact our Customer Support Team to order samples today! Visit our Nexus Cabinet Door page to learn more about this series.

Catalog Specifications

Flip through the catalog below to view all of our Nexus Cabinet Door Profiles and additional options.

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Raising Awareness & Funds for Alzheimer’s

ENDALZ Walk and Fest

WalzCraft Supports the Walk to End Alzheimer’s

WalzCraft proudly sponsored this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s in La Crosse, WI. WalzCraft’s owner, Richard Walz, lost a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease on November 6, 2022, and we are proud to help support the Walk to End Alz in his honor.

Event Highlights:

  • Date: September 16, 2023
  • Location: Riverside Park, La Crosse, WI
  • Participants: 250+ walkers, 30+ teams
  • Fundraising Goal: Aiming for over $100,000 by year-end.

Team Efforts

Our team, the “Walz Walkers,” contributed by organizing company-wide Brat and Bake Sales and collecting generous donations. All proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association in its mission of care, support, and research. We’re grateful for all the support received. If you missed out, it’s not too late! Donations are open until Dec. 31, 2023, at act.alz.org/lacrosse.

WalzCraft Wood Warriors
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AWFS Fair 2023 Recap

AWFS Fair 2023 Booth

Missed the show? Check out the AWFS Fair 2023 Recap Video!

The Association of Woodworking & Furnishing Suppliers Fair (AWFS) was held July 25th – 28th, 2023, in Las Vegas, NV. WalzCraft was one of 500+ exhibitors brought together to connect with 15,000+ woodworking professionals. AWFS is the United States’ largest trade association representing the interests of the broad array of companies that supply the furnishings industry. AWFS Fair attendees explored the show in search of what’s new in the industry while expanding their network and gaining access to relevant industry information and education to advance their careers and business.

The AWFS Fair was held in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. WalzCraft had a 10′ x 20′ booth in the products and supply section of the Trade Show. Attendees visiting our booth had access to 50+ product samples, including our Nexus Slim Shaker and Continuous Bead Doors, updated SolidTone Paint, and 3D Laminate (RFT) colors.

Our team would like to thank everyone who took the time to stop in and see us. We appreciate your interest in our products and look forward to helping you with your future cabinet component and finishing needs.

Learn more about AWFS by visiting www.awfsfair.org

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WalzCraft Company Story Video

WalzCraft Company Video

We are proud to share the WalzCraft Company Story with all of our potential and existing Customers, Suppliers, and Team Members! This video includes a brief overview of who we are, what we do, and a look inside our Manufacturing Facility.

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Pre-Primed and UV Coated Plywood Options

Pre-Primed - UV Coated Plywood

WalzCraft is now offering 3/4″ Pre-Primed Veneer Core Plywood and various thicknesses of UV Coated Maple Veneer Core Plywood.

Pre-Primed Plywood

3/4″ thick Pre-Primed Plywood is available primed on 2 sides or primed on 1 side with UV coated Maple back. This versatile material is lightweight, stable, and easy to machine making it a great option for painted cabinet box components. The primed surfaces of our Pre-Primed plywood can be finished by the customer, or WalzCraft can apply a SolidTone® finish.

 

Pre-Primed Plywood
Pre-Primed Plywood Maple UV Side

UV Coated Maple Plywood

UV Coated Maple Veneer Core Plywood is available in the following thicknesses:

1/4" UV Coated Maple Plywood

¼” Thick Veneer Core Plywood – B4 “B” face grade wood veneer, veneer core, with a #4 back. The “B” grade face is pre-finished with a clear UV coating, while the #4 back is left raw and is not available finished.

1/2" UV Coated Maple Plywood

½” Thick Veneer Core Plywood – B2 “B” face grade wood veneer, veneer core, with a #2 back. Both sides are pre-finished with a clear UV coating.

 

3/4" UV Coated Maple Plywood

¾” Thick Veneer Core Plywood – B2 “B” face grade wood veneer, veneer core, with a #2 back. Both sides are pre-finished with a clear UV coating.

 

UV Coated Maple is also available on our Style 100DW Doweled Drawer Boxes with a matching PVC Edgeband (TE10) on the Top Edge of the box. Options include 1/2″ or 3/4″ sidewalls and 1/4″ or 1/2″ bottom panels. Since the maple already has a clear UV coating no additional finishing is necessary.

UV Coated Maple Drawer Box
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New On-Trend 3D Laminate (RTF) Options

Seven New 3DL Colors

WalzCraft recently added seven new on-trend 3D Laminate finish options to our catalog. Additions include four gray-tone Wood Grain options and three popular solid colors.

Free Spirit

Free Spirit 3D Laminate (RTF) Color Block

Fashionista

Fashionista 3D Laminate (RTF) Color Block

First Class

First Class 3D Laminate (RTF) Color Block

Linear Ash

Linear Ash 3D Laminate (RTF) Color Block

Vapor Trail

Vapor Trail 3D Laminate (RTF) Color Block

Verde Super Matte

Verde Super Matte Color Block

Black Super Matte

Black Super Matte Color Block

Availability

We’ve also added seven new Signature Series Door & Drawer Front Designs in our new 3D Laminate (RTF) Finishes. Recent additions include S994 Finn, S997 Belle, S993 Trace, S992 Bellamy, S995 Haven, S996 Duncan, and S991 Electra.

New 3D Laminate Door Designs
Pictured Left to Right: S994, S997, S993, S992, S995, S996, & S991
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New Product Literature

WalzCraft Specifications Catalog

We are pleased to announce our new 40th Anniversary Edition 18.1 Product Specifications & Wholesale Pricing Catalogs. Here at WalzCraft, we listen closely to our customers so you can meet the industry’s ever-changing demands. Our 18.1 catalog offers today’s most comprehensive collection of custom wood components available to custom cabinetmakers and cabinet refacers.

You can view the 18.1 Product Specifications Catalog Online or visit our Request a Catalog page to submit a request for an updated Print or Digital Version of our new catalogs.

VIEW OUR 18.1 ONLINE SPECIFICATIONS CATALOG

General Catalog Information

A few of the expanded American Made Products and/or options featured in our 18.1 Product Specifications Catalog include:

If you have any questions about our 18.1 Catalog, becoming a WalzCraft customer, or updating your existing WalzCraft account, please contact our Customer Support Team.

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New Neutral SolidTone® (Paint) Colors

Neutral SolidTone Paint Colors

WalzCraft is excited to announce three new neutral SolidTone® (Paint) and SolidTone® WoodGrain additions to our extensive line of Painted finishes. New SolidTone® (ST) colors include Lighthouse, Sand Dollar, and Flagstone.

We’ve also added three Signature Series Door & Drawer Front Designs in our new SolidTone® (Painted) Finishes. Additions include S988 Solitude in Lighthouse (ST), S989 Darien in Sand Dollar (ST), and S990 York in Flagstone (ST).

Color Blocks

Contact our Customer Support Team to order Color Block samples of these colors.

SolidTone Signature Series Designs
Pictured (left to right): S988, S989, & S990

Lighthouse on Maple - Paint Grade

Lighthouse SolidTone Paint Color

Lighthouse on Oak - Budget Grade

Lighthouse SolidTone WoodGrain Color Block

Lighthouse is a light, neutral gray with a hint of green or blue depending on the lighting. The soft blend of colors adds a soothing, airy feel to most spaces.

Flagstone on Maple - Paint Grade

Flagstone SolidTone Paint Color

Flagstone on Oak - Budget Grade

Flagstone SolidTone WoodGrain Color Block

Flagstone is a warm, mid-tone gray with an inviting nature. This well balanced neutral is the perfect shade for any cabinetry project.

Sand Dollar on Maple - Paint Grade

Sand Dollar SolidTone Paint Color

Sand Dollar on Oak - Budget Grade

Sand Dollar SolidTone WoodGrain Color Block

Sand Dollar is light beige mixed with a little gray, also known as “greige”. This neutral color has the slightest green undertone and more depth than other beige paint colors.

SolidTone® and SolidTone® WoodGrain Finishes

Our SolidTone® finish is a pigmented, acid Catalyzed Conversion Varnish that provides superior coverage for your painting needs. Conversion Varnishes have greater scratch resistance and chemical resistance than other popular finishes like Polyurethane or Lacquer. SolidTone® WoodGrain finish is formulated the same as a SolidTone®, but the priming step is removed.

Learn More about our SolidTone® (Paint) Finish

Note: Actual product color and detail may vary due to individual computer preferences and monitor settings. We highly recommend ordering a color block or product sample of the species and stain color to eliminate any confusion.

Additional Resources

Online Catalog

See section R.2 for more information about our SolidTone® & SolidTone® WoodGrain Finishes.

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WalzCraft Owner, Richard Walz, dies at 68

WalzCraft Owner Richard Walz

With great sadness, we announce that Richard (Dick) Walz, 68, passed away on November 6th, 2022. Dick fought a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease and passed away peacefully at his Onalaska, WI home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Always in tune with the industry, Dick often told the staff at WalzCraft, “If we listen to our customers, they will take us where we need to go”. He embraced that concept, repeated it often to his Team Members, and with that shared vision worked shoulder to shoulder with them to build WalzCraft into the business it is today.

Dick was born on October 4th, 1954, and was raised on a family farm in Glen Haven, WI. There, he developed a strong work ethic, learned the value of hard work, and began a lifelong passion for woodworking. Dick graduated from Western Technical College (1973) and started his own construction company. In 1982 he started his manufacturing journey at Cabinet Factory Inc. (later renamed WalzCraft) and became the majority owner in 1987. Dick had a passion for providing customers with high-quality products, and a variety of choices. He loved improving a process to give guaranteed results and talking at length with Team Members to make these improvements. Those close to Dick would describe him as an incredible man and a visionary leader who was dedicated to his family and his work at WalzCraft.

Dick was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 31 years, Jane Lynn Walz; his parents Gerald and Anna Marie Walz, and sister SuzAnne Taylor. He is survived by his son Bradley Walz (Britni), two stepsons Jess Dzurko (Ashley) and Ross Dzurko (Lindsey); and six siblings, Barbara Ekblad, Paul Walz, Larry (Joanne) Walz, Tim (Tracy) Walz, Mary Rae Walz, and Michael (Colleen) Walz. Along with five grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

During Dick’s long ordeal with Alzheimer’s, his son Bradley was faithfully at his side. In 2020, Bradley became President of WalzCraft after working 16 years with the company, fulfilling Dick’s vision that WalzCraft remains a family-owned company that would continue for years to come.

Dick was dedicated to giving back to the community. He was recognized as a Distinguished Alumni of Western Technical College and a Market Leader in the Wood Industry. He was a proud father and grandfather that loved his family more than anything else. While he will be missed dearly, we will forever cherish the time we spent together.

To send an online condolence to the family or to view the service schedule, please visit www.blaschkeschneider.com. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in memory of Dick Walz to the La Crosse Boys and Girls Club.

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Manufacturing Day 2022

MFG Day 2022

October is Manufacturing Month, and the first Friday of the month is Manufacturing Day. MFG Day promotes modern manufacturing and the importance it has on local, national, and global economies. As a manufacturer, WalzCraft is proud to provide jobs in the La Crosse community and build high-quality products.

This year MFG Day landed on October 7th, 2022. To celebrate, WalzCraft provided custom t-shirts to our dedicated Manufacturing Team to thank them for their hard work. The celebration continued with a company-wide catered lunch. 

We are grateful for all of our Team Members and would like to thank them for making our products Something Special from Wisconsin™.

Manufacturing Day 2022
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IWF 2022 Atlanta Recap

WalzCraft at IWF 2022

IWF 2022, the first U.S. global woodworking fair since 2018, was held August 23rd – 26th at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. WalzCraft was one of 920+ exhibitors brought together to reconnect with thousands of woodworking professionals.

WalzCraft had a 20′ x 30′ walk-through style booth in the products and supply section of the Trade Show. Attendees visiting our booth had access to 90+ product samples, including our popular Continuous Bead Cabinet Doors, new green SolidTone Paint Colors, and our new Super Matte 3D Laminate (RFT) colors. During the show, our team had valuable conversations with existing and potential customers that addressed the challenges of today’s market.

Our team would like to thank everyone who took the time to stop in and see us. We truly appreciate your interest in our products and look forward to helping you with your future cabinet component and finishing needs.

Learn more about IWF by visiting https://www.iwfatlanta.com/

WalzCraft at IWF 2022

Missed the show? Check out the IWF 2022 Recap Video below!

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3DL (RTF) Super Matte Color Additions

Green Super Matte Additions

WalzCraft recently added three new Super Matte Color Options for our 3D Laminate / RTF Cabinet Doors and Cabinet Components:

Beach Glass Super Matte

Beach Glass Super Matte

Celadon Green Super Matte

Celadon Green Super Matte

Fjord Green Super Matte

Fjord Green Super Matte

The Super Matte Finish has a low sheen and offers a durable, easy-to-clean surface.

We’ve also added six new Signature Series Door & Drawer Front Designs in our new Super Matte 3D Laminate (RTF) Finishes. New additions include S981 Palmetto, S982 Delray, S983 Biscayne, S984 Grace, S985 Haven, and S986 Faith.

Green Super Matte Cabinet Doors
Pictured Left to Right: S985, S986, S982, S981, S984, & S983

Availability

Contact our Customer Support Team to order samples today!

Learn More about 3D Laminate (RTF) Doors

View all 3D Laminate (RTF) Colors

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New Green SolidTone® (Paints)

Green SolidTone Additions

WalzCraft is excited to announce two new green SolidTone® (Paint) and SolidTone® WoodGrain additions to our extensive line of Painted finishes. New SolidTone® colors include Agave and Oasis. Agave is a light soothing green with a hint of gray and Oasis is a medium blue-green (teal) with a subdued tropical feel.

Color Blocks

Contact our Customer Support Team to order Color Block samples of these new colors.

Agave on Maple - Paint Grade

Agave SolidTone Paint on Maple

Agave on Oak - Budget Grade

Agave SolidTone Wood Grain on Oak

Oasis on Maple - Paint Grade

Oasis SolidTone Paint on Maple

Oasis on Oak - Budget Grade

Oasis SolidTone WoodGrain Color Block

Our SolidTone® finish is a pigmented, acid Catalyzed Conversion Varnish that provides superior coverage for your painting needs. Conversion Varnishes have greater scratch resistance and chemical resistance than other popular finishes like Polyurethane or Lacquer. SolidTone® WoodGrain finish is formulated the same as a SolidTone®, but the priming step is removed.

Learn More about our SolidTone® (Paint) Finish

We’ve also added four new Signature Series Door & Drawer Front Designs in our new Agave and Oasis SolidTone® (Painted) Finishes. New additions include S977 Key, S978 Reef, S979 Cottage, and S980 Refuge.

 

 

Agave & Oasis Painted Cabinet Doors
Pictured (left to right): S979, S980, S977, & S978

Additional Resources

Online Catalog

Download PDF Here – See section R.2 for more information about our SolidTone® & SolidTone® WoodGrain Finishes.

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WalzCraft’s 40th Anniversary

40 Year Anniversary Logo

40 Years – Celebration and Reflection

The year is 1982. The Commodore 64 home computer hits the market, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” comes to the big screen, Sony launches the compact disc player, and Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” album is released. That same year, in Brice Prairie, WI, Cabinet Factory Inc. (later renamed WalzCraft) was founded. From its humble beginnings with a handful of employees working in a small pole shed, the company has grown to 260 dedicated employees in a 360,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility. On May 12th, 2022 we reach a major milestone: our 40th Anniversary. In addition to celebrating where we are, we also take this opportunity to reflect on how we got here.

After incorporation, the 1980s saw strong growth for the young company. By 1989 we employed over 50 people and had moved twice to accommodate the expansion, ending up at our current location in La Crosse, WI. The 90s brought the addition of CNC routers, a 22-page color brochure, a company website, and more square footage totaling 176,000. In 2002 the company name changed to WalzCraft. That same decade brought multiple building additions, a flatline finishing system, more machinery, and the launch of the Signature Series doors. Since then, the Refacing Training Program began, Saw Stops appeared, and lean manufacturing efforts ramped up to increase production efficiencies.

We could not have become a nationally recognized leader in the industry without our dedicated team members, loyal customers, and valued suppliers. As we celebrate 40 years in business, we want to thank everyone that has contributed to this achievement. We look forward to seeing what the future holds, and appreciate all of you being a part of the journey.

Learn More About WalzCraft’s History

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Bathroom Vanity Customization

Bathroom Vanity Customization

According to the 2021 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study, 76% of homeowners upgrade their vanities during a remodel or redesign. The majority of these homeowners choose custom or semi-custom cabinets with space-specific layouts and personalized storage solutions. Let us guide you through some of our recommended product options for Bathroom Vanities.

Small Space Solutions

White Bathroom Vanity

All-white finishes continue to top the must-have lists of many homeowners, and a small bathroom is a perfect place to capitalize on this trend. Achieve this look by ordering prefinished products in our Classic White or Dove White SolidTone (Paint) options. This light color scheme helps encourage the illusion of space outside the vanity, but it doesn’t make what’s inside any bigger. Our Notched Pattern Drawer Boxes offer custom openings that work around plumbing obstructions and help maximize storage in small vanities.

Painted Furniture Look

Blue Bathroom Vanity

This breezy blue vanity offers ample storage with furniture-style accents. The Cabinet Feet and Decorative Moldings add a custom touch to this clean transitional design. Order products prefinished in one of our 30+ SolidTone (Paint) Colors, Custom Colors, or Primed Only for Paint options. Our Primed Only for Paint finish is a great time-saving solution for busy finishing departments. Products will arrive with a quality primer base applied and require only a little prep (scuff) sanding before applying your painted top coat.

Customized Storage

Custom Dark Stained Vanity

Storage is a priority in any bathroom, and this custom vanity has tons of space to add custom storage solutions. Our favorite additions include Pullouts, Organizer inserts, and hutch-style cabinets with interior shelving and Crown Molding. This customer used our Beaded Face Frames with inset Doors & Drawers to hide all the storage. WalzCraft offers both Assembled and Ready to Assemble (RTA) Face Frames where your Inset Doors and Drawer Fronts are precision sized to fit all Face Frame openings.

Contemporary Design

Contemporary Vanity with Veneered Cabinet Doors

Pair our Contemporary Veneered Slab Cabinet Doors with a neutral color palette to create a clean, uncluttered bathroom retreat. This streamlined floating vanity features the S555 Crawford Door & Drawer Front in white oak. Try adding one of our grain and color coordination options to create a continuous vertical or horizontal grain pattern.

Rustic & Distressed Wood

Distressed Bathroom Vanity

The combination of rustic wood and distressing on this drawer-filled vanity adds instant warmth and charm to this bright bathroom. Quality dovetail drawers paired with drawer organizer inserts will help maintain a clutter-free environment. Unlike design themes and trendy finishes, the benefits of well-organized interior storage will never go out of style.

Additional On-Trend Products

Other on-trend products for bathrooms include our Continuous Bead (Reeded) Cabinet Doors, Shiplap “Look” Products, and our SolidTone Green Paint Options.

Reeded Cabinet Door
Shiplap Cabinet Doors
Green SolidTone Paint Options

Special Thanks

We would like to thank our customers for supplying us with the bathroom installation images used in this article. WalzCraft’s Marketing Team is always looking for installation images that showcase our products and your craftsmanship. We welcome you to submit images of your work by completing our Showcase Submission Form.

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Green SolidTone® (Paint) Colors

Green SolidTone Paint Options
Need the perfect shade of green for your next project? From subtle sage to sophisticated hunter green, WalzCraft has you covered. We offer four different green paint colors in our SolidTone® & SolidTone® WoodGrain finish options. Already found the perfect green paint color? Don’t worry; we also offer Custom Color Matching.

SolidTone®

Shown below are our four green SolidTone® (paint) colors on Maple – Hard/Soft Mixed – Value/Budget/Paint Grade.

Learn More about our SolidTone® (paint) Finish

SAGE SOLIDTONE®

Maple - Paint Grade - Sage - ST

OLIVE SOLIDTONE®

SPRUCE SOLIDTONE®

HUNTER GREEN SOLIDTONE®

SolidTone® WoodGrain

Shown below are our four green SolidTone® WoodGrain colors on Oak – Red / White Mix – Value / Budget Grade.

Learn More about our SolidTone® WoodGrain Finish

SAGE SOLIDTONE® WG

OLIVE SOLIDTONE® WG

SPRUCE SOLIDTONE® WG

HUNTER GREEN SOLIDTONE® WG

Need inspiration? Check out these Green Painted Kitchen photos submitted by our customers.

WalzCraft’s Marketing Team is always looking for installation images that showcase our products and your craftsmanship. We welcome you to submit images of your work by completing our Showcase Submission Form.

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WalzCraft Celebrates MFG Day

Manufacturing Day 2021

October is Manufacturing Month, and the first Friday of the month is Manufacturing Day. MFG Day promotes modern manufacturing and the importance it has on local, national, and global economies. As a manufacturer, WalzCraft is proud to provide jobs in the La Crosse community and build high-quality products.

This year MFG Day landed on October 1st, 2021. To celebrate, WalzCraft provided custom t-shirts to our dedicated Manufacturing Team to thank them for their hard work. The celebration continued with a company-wide catered lunch. 

We are grateful for all of our Team Members and would like to thank them for making our products Something Special from Wisconsin™.

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AWFS Fair 2021 Recap

WalzCraft Trade Show Booth 3969

The Return of In-Person Trade Shows

WalzCraft Trade Show Booth 3969

The AWFS Fair 2021 was the first major industry event to take place live and in-person since 2019. The 4-day show was held July 20th-23rd in the new West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. WalzCraft was one of 400+ exhibitors brought together to reconnect with woodworking professionals.

WalzCraft had a 10′ x 20′ walk-through style booth in the products and supply section of the Trade Show.  Attendees visiting our booth had the opportunity to view 60+ product samples, including our new Pyramid Panel, X Pattern, and Continuous Bead Cabinet Doors. During the show, our team had valuable conversations with existing and potential customers that addressed the challenges of today’s market.

Our team would like to thank everyone who took the time to stop in and see us. We truly appreciate your interest in our products and look forward to helping you with your future cabinet component and finishing needs.

Learn more about AWFS by visiting https://awfsfair.org/

Missed the show? Check out the AWFS Fair 2021 Recap Video below!

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Reeded / Beaded Cabinet Doors

Continuous Reeded Panel Cabinet Doors

Updated 6/2023 – We’ve changed the door style of our Continuous Bead (Reeded) Cabinet Doors. The NX62 Nexus Door style with Continuous Bead Molding will give you the same visual look on the face of the door as the original.

Requests for Beaded or Reeded Cabinetry are on the rise with homeowners. In response, WalzCraft has added Continuous Bead Applied Molding Door & Drawer Front options to our catalog. We have several Signature Series Designs on our website that feature the new beaded options. Samples pictured from left to right include S974 Reed, S976 Reed, and S975 Reed. The new additions show off similar designs in different Wood Species and Finish options.

Continuous Reeded Panel Cabinet Doors
Pictured (left to right): S974, S976, & S975 Reed
Reed Continuous Bead Nexus Door
Reed Door Profiles with #3215 Beaded Molding

Our made-to-order Nexus Doors with Continuous Bead / Reeded Applied Molding provide an easy way to add texture and visual interest to custom furniture, islands, vanities, and more.

  • Made by applying our #3241 or #3215 Continuous Bead Molding to the panel of our Nexus Style Cabinet Doors
  • Beaded Panel Molding can be applied vertically or horizontally
  • Available with our NP501, NP502, NP503, and NP504 Nexus Profiles
  • Available in a variety of Wood Species and Finishing Options
    • Order unfinished or choose a finish option from Chapter R (excluding Flow Pen Glaze)

To learn more, please view our catalog specifications below or contact our Customer Support Team.

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Kitchen Island Customization

Gray & White Kitchen

One of the most common homeowner requests when planning a new, remodeled, or refaced kitchen is to add or upgrade an island. WalzCraft not only has the Cabinet Doors, Drawer Fronts, and Drawer Boxes covered, we also offer a variety of functional and decorative enhancements that will help customize your kitchen island design. Below are seven examples of how to use WalzCraft Cabinet Components to create a custom Kitchen Island for your clients.

Transitional Two-Tone

Two-tone kitchen cabinets are a popular design trend, and the island is the ideal place to incorporate visual interest. Try pairing painted cabinets with stained wood cabinets to create a focal point, as well as add depth and texture. Don’t forget to order Outlet and Vent covers in matching wood and finish colors.

Customized Openings

Cabinet Valances are a great way to customize an opening between cabinets or hide countertop supports. Our Upper Cabinet Valances are available in a variety of patterns and your choice of outside edge profile. If you are using the opening for dining or a workstation, then consider adding shelf supports or decorative corbels for additional support.

Refaced Shaker Island

This Shaker Style Island received a facelift as part of a refacing project. After refacing the base of the island, this customer installed corner moldings to hide exposed panel edges. Next, they attached Onlay Frames to create the look of wainscoting. The addition of new Drawer Fronts and a custom Bread/Cutting Board complete this refaced island.

Beautiful Butcher Blocks

Our Butcher Block Countertops are a great way to add more contrast and warmth to your kitchen plan. We offer standard and custom design patterns in a variety of Wood Species options. The example above showcases a custom-shaped butcher block paired with our Applied Molding Cabinet Doors & Drawer Fronts.

Rustic & Farmhouse Designs

Get the popular rustic or farmhouse look by adding a beadboard or shiplap panel to the backside of the island. To achieve this look, order Sheet Goods with your choice of vertical or horizontal Center Panel Face Routs (CPFR). Table legs/posts and shelving make it easy to add dine-in seating and storage to finish out this design.

High-end Furniture Look

Use our 1″ Thick Old World Cabinet Doors with prefit Face Frames to make your island design the centerpiece of the kitchen. The addition of Applied Mullion Cabinet Doors as end panels result in a high-end furniture look.

Custom End Panels

Custom End Panel Kitchen Island

Our non-catalog team will help customize a door or wainscot to create custom island end panels for easy installation. The example above features a custom X Pattern Cabinet Door with Mortise and Tenon construction. Our X pattern doors are available in a variety of Profile, Wood Species, and Finish options.

Special Thanks

We would like to thank our customers for supplying us with the island installation images used in this article. WalzCraft’s Marketing Team is always looking for installation images that showcase our products and your craftsmanship. We welcome you to submit images of your work by completing our Showcase Submission Form.

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X Pattern Cabinet Doors

X Pattern Cabinet Doors
X Pattern Cabinet Doors

Our made-to-order X Pattern Cabinet Doors provide an easy way to add charm to kitchens, bathrooms, and furniture. While this type of door is most common in Modern and Industrial Farmhouse design, it also complements Traditional, Shaker, and Transitional Design schemes.

Custom options for these Accent Doors include a wide array of profile combinations, wood species, and finishes. The addition of vertical or horizontal Center Panel Face Routing (CPFR) pairs well with Farmhouse or Rustic styles. We’ve added several Signature Series Designs with this popular X detail to help visualize the finished product. All samples have shaker style profiles with Mortise and Tenon Joinery and finish at 3/4″ or 1″ thick. We use full-thickness angled Center Stiles/Rails to create the X Pattern and cut triangular Center Panels to fit each opening. Click on the doors to view full product specifications.

S970 Rhodes Gray X Pattern Door
S970 Rhodes
S971 Bailey Painted X Pattern Door
S971 Bailey
S972 Wyatt Oak X Pattern Door
S972 Wyatt
S973 Wisteria Shaker X Pattern Door
S973 Wisteria

X Pattern Cabinet Doors are not shown in the current WalzCraft Catalog but are available as a Custom Engineered Product. WalzCraft reviews all requests for these doors due to their complexity. Keep in mind that each product will have a unique look depending on the finished sizes.

CONTACT CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Our Customer Support Team is ready to assist you with your product questions and orders.

Call us at 1-800-237-1326 or email CustomerSupport@WalzCraft.com

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Pyramid Panel Cabinet Doors

Pyramid Panel Cabinet D
Pyramid Panel Cabinet Doors

Our made-to-order Pyramid Panel Cabinet Doors and Drawer Fronts provide a creative way to infuse character into high-end kitchens and custom furniture. WalzCraft reviews all requests for Pyramid Panel Cabinet Door and Drawer Fronts due to their complexity. Keep in mind that each product will have a unique look depending on the finished size.

We’ve created four samples to show how the product size changes the shape of the center panels. As always, these custom accent doors are available in a wide array of Profile, Wood Species, and Finish Options. *Note: Pyramid or Envelope Style Panel Doors and Drawer Fronts are only available in Solid Wood at this time.*

Our S966 Lennox and S967 Reese samples feature a Style 10 Raised Pyramid Panel Door and “Look B” Raised Panel Drawer Front. The shaped panel in the door extends to the face of the door while the back of the panel remains flat. The raised panel drawer fronts are 3/4″ at the edge and 1 1/8″ thick overall.

S966 Lennox Painted Pyramid Panel Cabinet Door
S966 Lennox (Ridgeline Style Panels)
S967 Reese Wood Pyramid Panel Door
S967 Reese (Ridgeline Style Panels)

The S968 Ainsley is an example of our Style 8000 Cabinet Door with square center panels while the S969 Ella showcases our Style 8030 Cabinet Door with three equal openings and rectangular pyramid center panels.

Visit our online catalog to learn more about our Pyramid Panel Cabinet Doors and Drawer Fronts. Please contact our Customer Support Team with any questions or to submit your project specifications.

S968 Ainsley Pyramid Panel Accent Door
S968 Ainsley (Peak Style Panels)
S969 Ella Pyramid Panel Accent Door
S969 Ella (Ridgeline Style Panels)
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Shiplap “Look” Cabinet Doors

Shiplap Cabinet Doors

If you follow popular interior design trends, you know that shiplap has become a prominent request among homeowners. Due to the increased interest, WalzCraft has added several Signature Series Door Designs inspired by this design trend.

Traditional shiplap is created by installing thin planks of wood with rabbet joinery. WalzCraft’s Shiplap “Look” Doors are a simplified version made to mimic the visual appearance of traditional shiplap. Instead of individual planks, we use Center Panel Face Routing applied horizontally to create this look.

Solid Wood Shiplap Style Panels

When looking for a natural or stained shiplap style door, we suggest pairing one of our simple Shaker, stepped, or beveled Stile and Rail profiles with our RVSCP PR324 Reversed Center Panel. The Reversed Center Panel will have horizontal gain and grooves to simulate the look of wood planks. The S951 Clinton, S958 Beckett, and S959 Kendrick samples showcase some of the recommended profile combinations, along with our CPFR 300 and CPFR 400 Center Panel Face Routs. When selecting a CPFR, you may also choose one of our standard spacing options or specify custom spacing.

S951 Clinton Shiplap Style Door
S951 Clinton

S951 Clinton is an Adventure Series Door with square SR100 Stiles and stepped SR163 Rails. The Center Panel features CPFR 300 grooves with 4 1/2″ Spacing. Sample shown in Straight Grain White Oak with Light American Walnut Stain.

Gray Shiplap Style S958 Beckett Cabinet Door
S958 Beckett

S958 Beckett pairs a clean Shaker Style Cabinet Door with our dark gray Nightfall Combination Stain on Rustic Alder. The center panel has CPFR 400 routs with 3″ spacing.

S959 Kendrick Door with Shiplap Look
S959 Kendrick

S959 Kendrick is a Transitional Style Cabinet Door with a beveled profile and CPFR 300 grooves with 3 3/4″ spacing. Sample features Select Red Birch with a Natural / Clear Coat (No Stain).

Painted Shiplap “Look” Options

If you are looking for a painted Shiplap Style Door, we recommend using our Paint Grade Maple Wood Species with a Recessed or Flat MDF Center Panel. Our S960 Quinn Door is the perfect example of this combination and is finished in our Dove White SolidTone (Paint). Our horizontal CPFR options are a great way to add a little detail to the highly requested white shaker door and pair perfectly with Farmhouse Styling.

S960 Quinn White Shiplap Style Door
S960 Quinn

3D Laminate (RTF) Shiplap Doors

Our 1-Piece 3D Laminate (RTF) Doors are also available with Center Panel Face Routing, although there are some limitations due to the materials used. The S961 Savvy Signature Series Design pairs one of our popular beveled profiles with a flat panel and CPFR 500 v-grooves. Our sample features the Gauntlet Grey Super Matte Finish. For more details, please view our Online Specifications Catalog or contact our Customer Support Team.

S961 Savvy 3D Laminate Shiplap Style Door
S961 Savvy
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Nightfall – New Dark Gray Stain

Nightfall V3 Combination Stain

WalzCraft’s Nightfall V3 is a dark gray Combination Stain that covers most of the natural color and highlights the darker wood grain. Our Combination Stains utilize a two-step process starting with toner as the first application and then applying a Wipe Stain. This two-step process creates unique colors with depth.

Color Blocks with Nightfall Stain

Nightfall is shown below on our Natural/Standard Grade Alder, Birch, Cherry, Maple, and Red Oak Wood Species. Nightfall color blocks are available in these Wood Species, as well as Hickory & Soft Maple (not pictured).

Nightfall V3 on Alder

Nightfall Combination Stain on Alder

Nightfall V3 on Birch

Nightfall Combination Stain on Birch

Nightfall V3 on Cherry

Nightfall Combination Stain on Cherry

Nightfall V3 on Hard Maple

Nightfall Combination Stain on Maple

Nightfall V3 on Red Oak

Nightfall Combination Stain on Red Oak

This Dark Gray Stain pairs well with an array of design schemes. However, Transitional, Contemporary, and Rustic styles top the list. Add distressing or glaze to create a truly custom finished product.

Additional Resources

Online Catalog

View our online catalog below for all Wood Species available in Nightfall V3.

Download PDF Here – See pages R.1.10-R.1.11 for Wood Species available with Nightfall V3 Combination Stain.

Additional Gray Stain Options

Check back soon for new Signature Series Door & Drawer Front Designs with Nightfall Stain!

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On-Trend Old World Cabinet Doors

Old World Cabinet Doors
1" Thick Old World Cabinet Doors

WalzCraft’s Old World Cabinet Doors feature increased thickness, deep profiles, and wider Stiles & Rails creating a high-end product with a dramatic look and feel. Our new Signature Series additions include three doors in light to dark shades of Gray Stain, as well as Blue and Green SolidTone (Paint) finishes.

Additional Information for Old World Doors

WalzCraft offers a wide variety of options to create a completely custom Old World Door look to suit any woodworking project. Customize these doors by adding Center Panel Face Routing, Decorative Inserts, Applied Molding, and a large variety of finish combinations.

Transitional Old World Doors in Shades of Gray

The S955 Parker and S957 Dexter Signature Series Designs offer Transitional Styling in popular gray stain colors. Each design demonstrates a different variation of the classic beveled profile.

S955 Parker Stained Gray Door & Drawer Front
S955 Parker

S955 Parker pairs Old World Construction with our #2936 Applied Molding to create a clean sophisticated look. Shown in Hickory with Stonehenge V3 Combination Stain.

S957 Dexter Straight Grain Oak Door
S957 Dexter

S957 Dexter is shown in Straight Grain White Oak with Light American Walnut Wipe Stain. The light gray stain shows off the wood grain and the slight bevel of the #3138 Applied Molding.

Dramatic Blue & Green Cabinet Doors

The S954 Allegra and S956 Ramsey Signature Series Designs both feature Applied Molding that is hand fit by our experienced craftsmen. The fine attention to detail and depth of the moldings provide instant wow-factor to these Old World Doors. Add distressing and glaze to these popular blue and green paint colors to give them a rustic or weathered appearance.

S954 Allegra Midnight Blue Cabinet Door
S954 Allegra

S954 Allegra merges our #1670 Applied Molding with Midnight Blue SolidTone® (Paint) to produce a dramatic Traditional look.

S956 Ramsey Farmhouse Style Cabinet Door
S956 Ramsey

The S956 Ramsey joins our #1372 Applied Molding with Spruce SolidTone® (Paint) finish to create a French Farmhouse look.

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Leaded Cabinet Glass – New Patterns

Made-to-Order Glass

WalzCraft recently added four leaded glass patterns to our Cabinet Glass Program. Leaded Glass options now include 16 standard design configurations available independently or with our Frame Only Cabinet Doors. All Designer Cabinet Glass Patterns are available for leaded glass inserts except for DG-05, resulting in 192 standard combinations. All Leaded Cabinet Glass is 1/4″ thick and custom made to your size.

New Traditional & Transitional Patterns

Leaded glass is a great way to add interest to kitchens, custom built-ins, or freestanding furniture like hutches and bookcases. All leaded cabinet glass ships directly from the manufacturer and includes an installation kit with instructions, plastic clips, and silicone. Everything you need to make job site installation easy! Our new additions include both Traditional and Transitional Patterns making it easy to find the perfect fit for your project.

DB-13 features a single, double, or triple X Pattern that will vary depending on door size. Shown with Pewter Caming and our DG-11 Clear Seedy Designer Glass.

DB-14 displays an elegant Curved Pattern with Pewter Caming and our DG-13 Clear GNA Designer Glass Pattern.

DB-15 has an X Pattern with Medallion, Pewter Caming, and our DG-13 Clear GNA Designer Glass Pattern.

DB-16 has a Traditional 3 x 3 – 9 Lite Leaded Glass Pattern and DG-Bev Clear Bevel Designer Glass.

Made-to-Order

WalzCraft’s leaded glass inserts include your choice of high quality imported art glass that is hand fit by skilled Artisans in the USA. Individual pieces of glass and lead caming (mullions separating the individual pieces of glass) are assembled, soldered on both sides, and then cemented in place with glazing putty. As a result, this construction method prevents rattling.

Additional Resources