Real Materials, Built to Last Generations

Most bathroom cabinets are built around finishes that fail. Laminates and synthetic veneers look consistent for a while, but once moisture gets under the surface or the coating wears through, there's no coming back — they chip, peel, and need replacing.

At Formed, we've taken a different approach. Every cabinet starts with real wood, real metal, and real concrete — but built and finished to genuinely last. Our metal components are PVD coated for lasting durability, our wood is fully sealed against moisture, and our concrete finishes are treated to resist wear over time. The result is a cabinet that looks as good in twenty years as it does on day one, without the failure points that come with synthetic materials.

Our Bora, Max, Max Metal, and Zia collections each pair a solid wood structure with a different material language: aluminium, stainless steel, brass, or recycled concrete. What they share is a commitment to real materials, engineered properly, so they hold up to daily use rather than degrade under it.

We manufacture every cabinet in-house, combining traditional techniques with modern technology, because getting the finish right takes control over the entire process — not just the design, but the making. In a market saturated with cheap, disposable alternatives, we've chosen the harder path: real materials, finished to last generations, not just a few years.

FAQ: Real Materials & Built-to-Last Cabinets

Will the concrete on my cabinet crack or change color over time?
No. Our concrete finishes are treated to resist cracking and discoloration, so they hold their appearance under normal daily use. This is a key difference from untreated or decorative concrete finishes, which can be more prone to wear.

Will the metal on my cabinet tarnish or wear over time?
No. All metal components are PVD coated or lacquered, a durable finish that resists tarnishing, scratching, and corrosion far better than standard plating or untreated metal. It's designed to keep its finish for the long term, not just look good when new.

How is the wood protected from moisture in a bathroom environment?
Every wood component is fully sealed to resist moisture, which is one of the main causes of failure in bathroom cabinetry. This sealing process is what allows us to use real wood in a wet environment without the swelling, warping, or damage you'd expect from an untreated piece.

How is this different from laminate or veneer finishes?
Laminates and veneers can look consistent at first, but once moisture gets under the surface or the coating wears through, they chip, peel, and fail outright — usually requiring replacement. Our approach — sealed wood, PVD-coated metal, treated concrete — is built to avoid those failure points from the start.

How do I care for a Formed cabinet long-term?
Wipe up standing water and avoid harsh abrasive cleaners. Because our finishes are treated and sealed at the material level, day-to-day care is straightforward — there's no special maintenance required to keep them performing well.

What materials are used across Formed's cabinet collections?
Every collection shares a solid wood structure, paired with a different material: aluminium and stainless steel on Wireframe, wood and aluminium on Bora, stainless steel or brass on Max Metal, and concrete on Max and Zia. All concrete is cast using recycled materials.

Are Formed cabinets made in-house?
Yes. Every cabinet is manufactured in-house, combining traditional techniques with modern technology, giving us full control over material quality and finish from start to finish.

Are Formed cabinets designed to last?
Yes. Between sealed wood, PVD-coated or lacquered metal, and treated concrete, our cabinets are engineered to hold their finish for generations — not just to look good on day one.