HUGO&BORG

Find answers to common questions about our products, process, and services.

General FAQs

Where can I purchase cabinets?×

H&B cabinets are sold through Lowes stores or Lowes.com.

Will the colors online look the same in-person, and can I request a sample? +

While our online images are designed to represent our finishes as accurately as possible, colors viewed on a screen are not an exact match. Factors such as monitor settings, screen brightness, and lighting conditions can affect how a color appears. Because of this, online images should be considered a close representation rather than a 100% accurate depiction of the actual finish.

Yes, samples are available and can be ordered. We highly recommend reviewing a physical sample before making your final selection to ensure the color and finish meet your expectations.

Where are Hugo&Borg cabinets manufactured?+

Hugo&Borg cabinets are a combination of USA and Globally sourced components, all assembled in the USA.

Delivery – How long after I order my cabinets will they ship?+

Your cabinets will ship within 2 business days for PRO Collection and 7 business days for Semi-Custom Collection, after your order is placed.

What if my order arrives damaged or missing a piece?+

Damaged or missing items are rare but can occasionally occur. If this happens, you can report the issue to a Lowe's associate at your local store or contact us directly at 1.833.748.4846. Please note that you have 2 days to inspect your order and report any missing or damaged items. To process your request, please have the following information ready:

  • Purchase order number
  • Item number and quantity
  • Description of the issue, along with supporting images (if applicable)

Our hours of operation are 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST, Monday to Friday.

How do I clean the cabinets?+

Cleaning your cabinets is simple and requires only a gentle approach:

  • Use a clean, soft cloth with warm water and a mild soap solution
  • Wring the cloth thoroughly to remove excess moisture before wiping surfaces
  • Gently clean the cabinets, avoiding harsh scrubbing or excess water
  • For more detailed care instructions, please refer to our full Care and Cleaning Guide.
What is MDF, and what are its advantages?+

MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard) is an engineered wood product commonly used in cabinetry for its strength, consistency, and smooth finish. It offers several key advantages:

  • Stability: Unlike natural wood, painted MDF is less prone to expanding or contracting with changes in temperature and humidity, helping reduce the risk of hairline cracks in doors.
  • Smooth surface: Its knot-free, uniform composition makes it ideal for painted finishes.
  • Durability: MDF provides reliable strength and securely holds screws and hinges for long-term performance in doors and drawers.
  • Eco-friendly: Made using recycled wood fibers, it helps reduce waste and supports more sustainable material use.

MDF is a great choice for achieving a durable, smooth, and consistent cabinetry finish

Will the cabinets be delivered inside my home?+

Cabinets are delivered to your home and placed in the first dry, accessible location, such as a garage or covered porch. This helps protect them from potential weather exposure and damage.

How will the cabinets be delivered if I live in a condo building?+

Our delivery team will contact you in advance to schedule delivery and confirm key details, including whether the property is a multi-unit building such as a condo or apartment. Customers are responsible for ensuring access is available, including any required freight elevators, and confirming that elevator dimensions can accommodate the cabinets.

How much notice will I get from the delivery company?+

The delivery company will reach out a few days before delivery to schedule a date and provide a 4-hour delivery window. On the day of delivery, the driver will call approximately 30 minutes before arrival so you're ready to receive your order.

How do I order replacement cabinets and/or parts?+

If you need a replacement cabinet or replacement part, please have the following information ready before starting the process:

Replacing an Entire Cabinet

Please provide:

  • A photo of the cabinet requiring replacement.
  • The cabinet width and height.
  • A brief explanation of why the cabinet needs to be replaced.
Replacing a Cabinet Part

For replacement parts, such as doors, drawer fronts, drawer boxes, shelves, hinges, or other cabinet components, please provide:

  • The cabinet the part belongs to.
  • The part that needs to be replaced.
  • A photo of the part that needs to be replaced.
  • A brief explanation of why the part needs to be replaced.
How to Place Your Replacement Order

Once you have gathered the required information, choose one of the following options:

Option 1: Visit your local Lowe's store to work with a Kitchen Associate to place your replacement order.
Option 2: Contact MagickWoods Customer Service directly. Provide the information listed above, and our team will process your replacement order for you.

Semi-Custom Collection FAQs

Why choose Hugo&Borg Semi-Custom Cabinets?+

Hugo&Borg Semi-Custom Cabinets combine style, functionality, and premium quality. With full-access construction, they’re designed to maximize storage space while delivering a clean, modern look that fits seamlessly into any home.

Key Features include:

  • Three distinct product series to suit a range of budgets
  • Soft-close doors and drawers included as standard on most products
  • 14" deep upper cabinets as a standard feature, offering increased storage capacity
  • Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty
What does “Semi-Custom” mean?+

Semi-Custom cabinets are built using standard cabinet sizes, but with added flexibility to match your design needs. You can choose from a range of door styles, finishes, and features to create a look that suits your space without starting from scratch.

They're a practical choice for projects that need both consistency and customization, offering a refined design, dependable quality, and quicker lead times than fully custom cabinetry.

What is the warranty?+

Hugo&Borg Semi-Custom cabinets are backed by a limited lifetime warranty. “Limited lifetime” means we warrant our product materials and workmanship under normal residential use to the original purchaser. This warranty is non-transferable.

For full details, visit: Hugo&Borg Warranty.

Do I need a finished panel for the exposed sides of my cabinets?+

Yes. All exposed cabinet sides require a finished panel to ensure a seamless match with your selected door style. Finished panels help create a clean, cohesive, and polished look across your installation.

Exceptions:

Finished panels are not required for Rosemont Bright White, Riviera Bright White and Lasalle Bright White, as the cabinet sides are already designed to match these door styles.

Using finished panels ensures a consistent, professional-quality finish throughout your cabinetry layout.

What is the difference amongst the drawer boxes in the three product series?+

The Essentials product series delivers the best value for tighter budgets. It features a white melamine drawer box with smooth epoxy slides, but no soft-close functionality.
The Designer and Signature series offer an elevated level of quality and performance. Both series include two drawer box options:

  • Slim-line metal drawer box – Full-extension, soft-close undermount slides, 4-way adjustability, and a 75 lb drawer weight capacity.
  • Solid wood dovetail drawer box – Fully captured plywood bottom for added strength, full-extension soft-close undermount slides, 6-way adjustability, and a 75 lb drawer weight capacity.
Will these cabinets “slam shut”?+

It depends on the series selected. The Essentials series offers our most competitive price point. In this series, doors and drawers are not soft-close.
The Designer and Signature series both include soft-close technology as a standard feature on all doors, drawers, and pull-out accessories, ensuring a smooth and quiet close every time.
The only exception is the lazy Susan corner cabinet, which uses a bi-fold door and does not accommodate soft-close functionality.

Does the Semi-Custom collection use adjustable cabinet legs?+

Yes. All Semi-Custom base cabinets utilize an adjustable leg system.

Are the leg mounting bases already attached to the cabinet?+

Yes. The leg mounting bases are factory-installed into the bottom of each cabinet.

What is included with the adjustable leg system?+

Each base cabinet comes with four adjustable leg posts, packaged inside the cabinet.

When should the leg posts be installed?+

Leg posts should be inserted into the pre-installed bases before positioning the cabinet during installation.

How do you adjust the cabinet legs?+

Rotate the bottom portion of the leg post clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the cabinet height.

Is there an installation resource available for the leg system?+

Yes. A short installation video is available to guide installers through the assembly and adjustment process. Review prior to installation is recommended.

What are the advantages of adjustable legs over traditional shimming+

Adjustable legs help provide:

  • Faster cabinet leveling
  • Cleaner overall installation
  • Improved adjustment for uneven floors
  • Consistent toe-kick alignment throughout the cabinet run
Where are filler panels typically needed in the Semi-Custom line?+

Fillers are commonly used in the following areas:

  1. Where cabinets terminate against a wall
  2. At wall and base blind corner applications
  3. Above and/or below built-in appliance cabinets
  4. Between wall cabinets and the ceiling when:
    • Crown molding is not being installed, or
    • There is not enough space for crown molding
  5. Between cabinets in certain layout conditions, depending on the design

Always reference the design packet for exact filler placement.

Are Semi-Custom fillers designed to sit flush or recessed?+

The intended appearance is a flush alignment with the cabinet doors, achieved through a two-step installation method.

What is the recommended installation method for Semi-Custom fillers?+
  • The primary filler is secured directly to the cabinet box
  • A secondary filler may then be installed overtop to bring the surface flush with the doors 

This method provides greater installation flexibility and cleaner finished reveals.

Is the secondary flush filler required in every installation?+

No. While a flush appearance is the preferred design intent, the second filler is optional and may be omitted depending on site conditions or customer preference.

Which cover panels come ready to install without modification?+

Cover panels intended to finish exposed cabinet ends are supplied pre-sized and generally do not require field cutting.

How are wall cabinet cover panels sized?+
  • Height = wall cabinet height + 2.5"
  • Depth = cabinet depth + door thickness for a flush door appearance
Why is an additional 2.5" added to the panel height?+

The added 2.5" allows the light valance to meet the panel directly, eliminating the need for:

  • Miter cuts
  • Return pieces to the back wall

This simplifies installation and creates a cleaner finished look.

How should wall cover panels align with the cabinet?+
  • The top of the panel aligns with the top of the cabinet
  • The panel extends 2.5" below the cabinet bottom
How are base cabinet cover panels sized?+
  • Height = full base cabinet height including the toe kick
  • Depth = cabinet depth plus door thickness
Why is this sizing important?+

This sizing allows the toe kick to terminate directly against the panel, avoiding the need for miter cuts and returns.

Do tall cabinet cover panels require trimming?+

Yes.

  • Tall panels are shipped at 96" high
  • Panels must be field-cut to the required finished cabinet height during installation
What are finishing cover panels used for?+

Finishing panels are multi-purpose components commonly used for applications such as:

  • Finishing islands
  • Bridging open areas
  • Extending crown molding across gaps
  • Creating finished cabinet sections or decorative enclosures
Do finishing cover panels require field cutting?+

Yes. Finishing panels typically require custom cutting based on the project specifications outlined in the design packet.

PRO Collection FAQs

Why choose Hugo&Borg PRO Cabinets?+

Hugo&Borg PRO Cabinets combine premium quality, smart functionality, and lasting value. With solid construction and a refined, modern look, they’re designed to elevate any space while delivering dependable performance day after day.

Key Features include:

  • Best-in-class features at an exceptional value
  • Solid wood face frame construction for strength and stability
  • Full overlay doors for a clean, seamless appearance
  • Soft-close doors and drawers for smooth, quiet operation
  • Solid wood dovetail drawer boxes built for durability
  • Matching finished ends for a furniture-quality finish
  • Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty for long-term peace of mind
What is the warranty?+

Hugo&Borg PRO cabinets are backed by a limited lifetime warranty. “Limited lifetime” means we warrant our product materials and workmanship under normal residential use to the original purchaser. This warranty is non-transferable.

For full details, visit: Hugo&Borg PRO Warranty.

What makes Hugo&Borg PRO drawers better than others?+

Hugo&Borg PRO drawers are built with durability, precision, and long-term performance in mind, setting them apart from standard drawer construction.

Key features include:

  • Solid wood construction with dovetail joints for superior strength and long-lasting durability compared to alternative joinery methods
  • ¼” plywood drawer bottom, fully secured in a dado joint on all four sides for enhanced stability and support
  • Full-extension undermount slides with a 75-lb weight rating for smooth operation and reliable heavy-load performance
Will these cabinets “slam shut”?+

No. Hugo&Borg PRO cabinets are designed to prevent slamming. Soft-close technology comes standard on all doors, drawers, and pull-out accessories, allowing them to close smoothly, quietly, and gently every time.The only exception is the lazy Susan corner cabinet, which uses a bi-fold door design that does not support soft-close functionality.

Does the PRO Collection line use adjustable legs?+

No. The PRO Collection line is a framed cabinet system with an integrated toe kick built into the base cabinet.

How is cabinet height adjusted?+

Height adjustment is achieved using shims during installation.

Are shims included?+

No. Shims are not included and must be provided by the installer.

Where are fillers required in the PRO Collection line?+

Filler placement follows the same general guidelines as the Semi-Custom line, including transitions at walls, blind corners, appliances, ceiling conditions, and select cabinet-to-cabinet gaps.

Are fillers flush or recessed?+

Fillers in the PRO Collection line are typically installed in a recessed position.

How should fillers be installed?+
  • Align the filler with the cabinet face frame
  • Secure it by fastening through the frame into the filler This method helps maintain proper door clearance and aligns with framed cabinet construction.
Are side cover panels required in the PRO Collection line?+

No. PRO Collection cabinets feature finished sides, so additional side cover panels are not required.

What appliance panels are available in the PRO Collection line?+
  • Dishwasher panels
  • Refrigerator panels
What makes these panels different?+

These panels include a 1.5" integrated filler designed to:

  • Replicate the look of a 1.5" cabinet face frame
  • Create a more substantial, furniture-style appearance
Where are these appliance panels used+
  • To create a finished refrigerator enclosure
  • To finish the exposed end of a dishwasher when located at the end of a cabinet run
Are finishing panels used in the PRO Collection line?+

Yes. Finishing panels are used for applications such as:

  • Islands
  • Bridging sections
  • Decorative or structural finishing elements
Do finishing panels require cutting?+

Yes. As with the Semi-Custom line, finishing panels typically require custom cutting based on the design packet specifications.

Contact Us

Still Got Questions? We're here to help.
Reach out anytime and we'll get back to you as quickly as possible.

1.833.748.HUGO (4846)
info@hugoandborg.com

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