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Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet vs W1830R-WVO

Buy the Design House Brookings if you want to paint or stain the cabinet to match an existing kitchen and can handle snap-together assembly. Buy the W1830R-WVO if you want a wider cabinet that arrives assembled in a factory finish and you don't need to match a custom color. The Brookings has a solid wood face frame and plywood sides, which most cabinet buyers rate above the EcoCore board used in the W1830R. The W1830R wins on convenience: it is 6 inches wider, ships assembled, and its rigid RTF finish resists moisture and wipes clean.

  • Choose the Design House Brookings if you need an unfinished 12-inch cabinet you can paint or stain to match, and you don't mind assembling it yourself.
  • Choose the W1830R-WVO if you want a wider 18-inch cabinet that arrives fully assembled in a durable factory finish.

Prices

  • Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet: $150.04 at eBay (last seen Nov 8)
  • W1830R-WVO: $469.06 at Ideal Cabinetry (last seen Nov 13)
  • Difference: the Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet is $319.02 cheaper than the W1830R-WVO at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 13)
Design House
Design House Brookings Kitchen Wall Cabinet, Unfinished Birch, 12"

Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet

Design House Brookings Kitchen Wall Cabinet, Unfinished Birch, 12"

4.8(4 ratings)
$150.04at eBayChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • Solid wood face frame and plywood sides
  • Reversible door fits either side of a run
  • Unfinished surface takes paint or stain to match
  • Soft-close door and anti-slip shelf pins
Cons
  • Narrow 12-inch width limits storage
  • Must be assembled and finished before hanging
  • Only a 1-year limited warranty
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W1830R-WVO

W1830R-WVO

$469.06at Ideal CabinetryChecked Nov 13
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Pros
  • Wider 18-inch cabinet holds more
  • Arrives fully assembled for quick install
  • Rigid RTF finish is easy to clean and moisture resistant
  • Full-depth adjustable shelves
Cons
  • Right-hinged only, no reversible option
  • EcoCore board is less favored than plywood by many buyers
  • No stated warranty
  • Factory finish can't be recolored to match

What separates them

Design House Brookings 12" Wall CabinetW1830R-WVO
Width12 in., one door18 in., one door
FinishUnfinished birch, ready to paint or stainValiant Onyx rigid RTF, factory applied
AssemblySnap-together, labeled parts includedShips fully assembled
Box material1/2-in. plywood sides with solid wood face and door frameEcoCore engineered board, framed construction
Shelves2 adjustable with anti-slip pins2 adjustable full-depth
Door swingReversible hingeRight-hinged only, 110° opening
HardwareSoft-close door, hardware includedSoft-close hinges
Warranty1-year limitedNot stated

Price history

$409.98$181.35
Nov 9Nov 12
  • Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet: lowest $181.35 on Nov 12 at Amazon.

Prices at every store

Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet

  • WalmartNew

    In stock

    $184.48Checked Nov 12
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  • Lowe'sNew

    In stock

    $505.53Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by buildcom (99.5% positive, 154,300 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $150.04Free shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • AmazonNew

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    $181.35Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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W1830R-WVO

  • Ideal CabinetryNew

    In stock

    $469.06Checked Nov 13
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Specs compared

SpecDesign House Brookings 12" Wall CabinetW1830R-WVO
Width12 in.18"
Height30 in.30"
Depth12 in.12"
Number of Doors11
Number of Shelves22 Adjustable Full-Depth Shelves
colorOff-White—
Product Weight19 lbs.—
Number of Drawers0—
Door StyleShaker—
Door SwingReversible—
Installation TypeWall Mounted—
Assembly RequiredYes—
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SpecDesign House Brookings 12" Wall CabinetW1830R-WVO
Manufacturer Warranty1 Year Limited—
Finish—Valiant Onyx
Door Hinge Side—Right
Cabinet Assembly—Assembled
Cabinet Material—EcoCore™ board
Cabinet Construction—Framed
Cabinet Finish—Rigid Tough Finish (RTF)
Hinge Opening Angle—110°

What reviewers say

Design House Brookings 12" Wall Cabinet

Owners of the Brookings line generally like the solid feel and the soft-close door for the money, and say the unfinished birch takes paint and stain well. The recurring complaints are assembly time and instructions, plus doors that need adjusting after hanging.

What people mention
  • Build qualityPraisedOwners say the solid wood face and plywood sides feel sturdier than the particleboard cabinets at this size.
  • AssemblyCriticisedBuyers report the flat-pack build takes longer than expected and the instructions are sparse.
  • FinishMixedThe unfinished birch paints and stains well, but buyers note the sanding and sealing add real work.
  • Door alignmentCriticisedSome owners had to adjust the soft-close door after hanging to get an even gap.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a small kitchen?
The Brookings at 12 inches fits tighter spaces and its reversible door helps in corners. The W1830R gives more storage per cabinet but needs 6 more inches of wall.
Which cabinet is built better?
The Brookings uses a solid wood face frame and 1/2-inch plywood sides, which most cabinet buyers consider sturdier. The W1830R uses EcoCore board with a framed build.
Can I paint the W1830R-WVO?
It comes with a factory rigid RTF finish in Valiant Onyx. Painting over RTF is possible but takes sanding and a bonding primer, so the Brookings is the easier one to recolor.
Is the W1830R worth stepping up to?
If you want more width and no assembly, yes. If you need to match an existing finish or want plywood construction, the Brookings is the better fit.
Which lasts longer?
Both should hold up indoors. Plywood sides and a solid wood frame give the Brookings an edge in long-term durability, while the W1830R's RTF finish resists moisture and cleaning wear.
Do both have soft-close doors?
Yes. The Brookings lists a soft-close door and the W1830R lists soft-close hardware. Both have two adjustable shelves.

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