A Material-Led Approach to Kitchen Colour
At Kindroot, all of our laminate doors and panels are bonded to FSC-certified birch plywood.
This gives you:
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Structural strength
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Precision CNC manufacturing
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Exposed plywood edges
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Long-term durability
We offer the full colour ranges from:
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Forbo Furniture Linoleum
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Fenix NTM
While both are ultra-matt, premium finishes, they are very different materials. The right choice depends on how you want your kitchen to look, feel and perform.
What Is Forbo Furniture Linoleum?
Forbo Furniture Linoleum is a natural surface material made from:
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Linseed oil
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Wood flour
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Natural resins
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Limestone pigments
It has been used in furniture design for decades and is known for its soft, tactile finish.
Key Characteristics of Forbo
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Ultra-matt surface
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Soft and warm to the touch
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Naturally fingerprint forgiving
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Anti-static (attracts less dust)
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Made from renewable raw materials
Forbo feels calm, grounded and organic. It pairs beautifully with exposed birch ply edges and develops a subtle, lived-in character over time.
If you love natural materials and softness in your interiors, Forbo is often the perfect choice. See their full range of colours here.
What Is Fenix NTM?
Fenix NTM is a high-performance nanotech laminate engineered for contemporary interiors.
It is created through a multi-layer manufacturing process and cured using advanced technology to produce a highly durable, ultra-matt surface.
Key Characteristics of Fenix
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Anti-fingerprint technology
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Soft-touch finish
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Highly resistant to scratching and abrasion
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Micro-scratches can be thermally repaired
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Extremely consistent colour depth
Fenix offers a refined, architectural finish and performs exceptionally well in darker tones such as charcoal, deep blue and black.
If you want crisp, uniform colour with maximum resilience, Fenix is an excellent option.
Durability & Everyday Use
Both materials are suitable for kitchens and daily use.
Forbo:
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Durable for residential environments
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Can mark if deeply scratched
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Develops gentle character over time
Fenix:
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Higher resistance to abrasion
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Better suited to heavy-use zones
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Micro-scratches can be repaired with heat
If your kitchen is high-traffic or you prefer bold, dark colours, Fenix may be the more practical choice.
The Benefits of Adding Colour to Your Kitchen
Colour introduces warmth, contrast and personality — without overwhelming the space.
At Kindroot, colour is always considered alongside texture and construction detail.
Colour Paired With Wood: Calm Contrast
Pairing colour with natural wood creates balance.
Soft greens, muted reds, warm neutrals and deep blues sit beautifully alongside exposed birch plywood, creating contrast without visual noise.
The warmth of timber grounds the space, while colour adds depth and individuality.
This approach works well if you want a kitchen that feels:
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Contemporary but timeless
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Design-led but not overpowering
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Calm and welcoming
Full Colour Kitchens: Bold & Architectural
Using one colour across the entire kitchen creates a confident, sculptural presence.
When cabinetry becomes one continuous tone, the space feels intentional and architectural rather than decorative.
Ultra-matt materials like Forbo and Fenix absorb light softly, helping full-colour kitchens feel calm rather than harsh.
Designed Around the Details
Our colour finishes are enhanced by our construction methods.
Routed Handle Profiles
Our routed handles expose the layered birch plywood core, creating a subtle line of natural timber that contrasts beautifully against coloured surfaces.
This small detail adds warmth and craftsmanship to contemporary cabinetry.
Solid Wood Handles With Forbo
Within our Forbo collection, we also offer solid wood handles pressed onto the surface.
This pairing combines:
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Tactile natural timber
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Soft ultra-matt colour
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Clean architectural detailing
The result is a kitchen that feels refined, balanced and built to last.
Sustainability Considerations
Forbo is made largely from natural, renewable raw materials and has a lower embodied impact.
Fenix offers exceptional durability and long lifecycle performance, reducing the need for replacement over time.
Both align with our commitment to longevity and considered material choices.
So Which Should You Choose?
Choose Forbo if you love:
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Natural materials
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Soft-touch finishes
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Subtle, earthy colour palettes
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An organic, human feel
Choose Fenix if you want:
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Maximum durability
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Anti-fingerprint performance
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A sleek, ultra-modern look
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Deep architectural tones
There is no wrong answer. The decision comes down to how you want your kitchen to feel.
Experience the Materials in Person
We always recommend ordering samples.
Each Kindroot sample is mounted onto 18mm birch plywood so you can see:
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The exposed ply edge
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The true colour depth
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The surface texture
Materials should be chosen with your hands — not just your eyes.
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