Brands We Work With
Every kitchen, cabinetry build, and custom installation is only as good as the components inside it. We specify and install the same materials, hardware, and finishes trusted by top designers, architects, and luxury builders worldwide — sourced through established Canadian and international suppliers.
Below are the brands we regularly work with, organized by category. If you're looking for a specific product, finish, or brand not listed here, get in touch — our sourcing network is extensive.
01 — Category
The finish is what separates a good cabinet from a great one. We work with premium hardwax oils, natural penetrating finishes, and waterborne polyurethanes trusted by luxury woodworkers and flooring specialists worldwide.
Rubio Monocoat
Belgian single-coat hardwax oil available in 50+ colours (Smoke, Charcoal, Chocolate, Pure, Natural, Sky Grey, and more). Our go-to for natural, low-sheen kitchen and millwork finishes.
Osmo
Polyx-Oil and 2K Wood Oil. German hardwax oil with excellent durability and matte, satin, and gloss options.
WOCA
Danish plant-based penetrating oils, favoured for soft, natural aesthetics on white oak and walnut.
Bona
Swedish waterborne polyurethane, the gold standard for high-traffic hardwood surfaces.
Odie's Oil
Hand-applied artisan finish, non-toxic and food-safe.
General Finishes
Full range of stains, dyes, and hardwax oils.
Natura Onecoat, Fiddes, Blanchon, Saicos
Alternative hardwax oils for specific project requirements.
Vermeister
Italian waterborne polyurethane for luxury residential and boutique commercial finishes.
02 — Category
Precision hardware is what makes a cabinet feel expensive. We spec Austrian and German engineering for hinges, drawers, and lift systems, with decorative pulls and knobs sourced through our Canadian distribution network.
Blum
Austrian benchmark for kitchen hardware. Tandembox and Legrabox drawer systems, CLIP top and Blumotion soft-close hinges, Aventos lift systems.
Häfele
Full-system hardware, integrated lighting, smart storage, and pantry pull-outs.
Hettich
German-engineered Sensys hinges, InnoTech Atira and Quadro drawer systems.
Salice, Grass
Secondary hinge and slide systems for specific applications.
Kesseböhmer
Corner solutions, pull-out pantries, and heavy-duty racks.
Sugatsune
Japanese precision hardware for minimalist and specialty applications.
Richelieu
Canada's largest cabinet and furniture hardware supplier; our primary source for decorative hardware across finishes.
Top Knobs
U.S. designer pulls and knobs in unlacquered brass, bronze, and gunmetal.
Berenson
Wide range of finishes and styles from a Canadian distributor.
Emtek
Architectural-grade cabinet and door hardware.
Armac Martin, Sun Valley Bronze
Specialty solid brass and bronze for high-end residential.
03 — Category
We design and manage stone production through partnerships with trusted leading fabricators, ensuring every slab, seam, and edge detail is executed to spec. From material selection and slab layout to templating, fabrication, and installation oversight — we manage the full process so the finished product matches the design intent.
Caesarstone
Israeli quartz, widely specified for its consistency and warranty.
Cambria
U.S. quartz, deep pattern library with strong marble-look options.
Silestone (Cosentino)
Spanish quartz with a broad palette and integrated antimicrobial technology.
Hanstone
Korean quartz, popular in the Canadian market.
Dekton (Cosentino)
Ultra-durable sintered surface for countertops, backsplashes, and exterior applications.
Neolith
Sintered stone with large-format slabs, ideal for waterfall islands and full-height backsplashes.
Lapitec
Italian sintered stone, full-body colour, UV-stable.
Polycor
Canadian natural stone supplier (marble, granite, limestone).
Antolini
Italian luxury natural stone for statement islands and vanities.
Corian (DuPont)
Seamless solid surface, thermoformable.
Wilsonart, Formica
High-pressure laminate countertops and cabinet surfaces.
Fenix NTM
Italian nano-tech matte laminate; a designer favourite for fingerprint-resistant cabinetry.
Richlite, PaperStone
Sustainable resin-composite surfaces.
04 — Category
The core of any custom cabinet build. We source premium plywood, MDF, veneers, and decorative panels through Canada's leading distributors.
Columbia Forest Products
North American hardwood plywood, formaldehyde-free PureBond technology.
Baltic Birch
Multi-ply birch for structural and exposed applications.
Hardwoods Inc.
Premium architectural materials distributor (hardwood plywood, veneers, solid lumber).
Upper Canada Forest Products (UCS Group)
Hardwood lumber, decorative panels, edgebanding, architectural surfaces.
Wanderosa
Ontario manufacturer of raw and decorative panels, melamine, and edgebanding.
Abet Laminati
Italian designer laminates.
Egger, Kronospan
European melamine and TFL panels.
05 — Category
When we build a kitchen around Sub-Zero refrigeration or a Wolf range, every millimetre of the cabinetry is engineered around the appliance. These are the appliance brands we regularly integrate into custom kitchens.
Sub-Zero / Wolf / Cove
The gold-standard trio for refrigeration, cooking, and dishwashing in luxury kitchens.
Miele
German precision across ovens, steam ovens, dishwashers, and coffee systems.
Gaggenau
Ultra-premium built-ins for serious home chefs.
Thermador
Star Burner ranges, professional-grade built-ins.
JennAir
Modern luxury with strong panel-ready options.
Monogram (GE)
Customizable finishes and smart connectivity.
Viking
Professional-grade American design.
Fisher & Paykel
New Zealand engineering, panel-ready refrigeration and column options.
BlueStar
1,000+ custom colours; the most customizable pro range on the market.
Signature Kitchen Suite (SKS)
Tech-forward luxury from LG.
Dacor, Café, AGA, La Cornue
Specialty and heritage brands for statement kitchens.
06 — Category
Behind every flawless spray finish is a professional coatings partner.
Clancy's Commercial Coatings
Professional wood coatings, lacquers, and spray finishing systems.
ML Campbell
Full range of pre-catalyzed and conversion varnishes.
Sherwin-Williams Wood Coatings
Industrial-grade lacquers and stains.
Renner Italia
European water-based coatings for premium millwork.
Why It Matters
When you invest in a custom kitchen project with Hempston Home, you're not just paying for cabinets — you're paying for the sum of every component inside them. The brands above represent decades of engineering, testing, and refinement.
Specifying them isn't about name-dropping; it's about building something that will still look and function beautifully in twenty years. If you'd like to discuss a project — or you're looking for a specific brand, finish, or product not listed here — get in touch. We'll help you spec the right materials for your budget, timeline, and design vision.
Spec it with us
Our sourcing network runs deep. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll help you spec the right materials for your budget, timeline, and design vision.
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