There are four main material groups used for outdoor cabinetry: (1) wood, (2) stone, masonry and tile, (3) stainless steel, and (4) PVC, polymers and synthetic resins. Standard wood cabinets are not suitable for outdoor use due to exposure to the elements. Stone, masonry and tile are good for countertops and sidewalls but limited for full cabinets. Stainless steel is durable like outdoor cooking equipment and can be formed into cabinet boxes and doors, though it is more expensive. Newer materials like PVC and polymers can be made to look like wood and are lightweight, easy to form into full cabinets at a reasonable cost. The material used depends on
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