Melamine vs. Metal vs. Custom Garage Cabinets: What Actually Works in Central Oregon

Are you thinking about adding storage cabinets to your garage? Most homeowners start by comparing melamine or metal options thinking they’re inexpensive and easy to install. But the truth is, those cabinets are better suited for dorm rooms or office supply closets, not a Central Oregon garage where wet or dirty sports gear, temperature swings, and heavy everyday use are the norm.

Webfoot's custom garage cabinets replace the whole category of “shortcut storage.” They’re custom built for your space, your lifestyle, and the long haul.

Why Melamine and Metal Fall Short

• Melamine cabinets are just dolled-up particleboard
They chip easily. They swell with moisture. They sag under heavy loads. In short, they don’t belong in the garage.

• Metal cabinets dent, rattle, and rust
Most metal garage cabinets are thin, lightly welded, and rely on budget hardware. They flex under weight, they shake when the doors close, they dent easily, and once moisture gets in, rust follows.

• Both options waste space
These cabinets come in pre-set modular sizes, not always fitting your ideal garage layout. You end up with awkward gaps, dead space, and settling for, “I guess this works.”

• They look utilitarian, not elevated
Melamine has all the warmth of a dentist office. Metal looks right at home in a high school locker room. Neither belongs in your dream garage.

Why Go with Webfoot Cabinets?

• Designed to function in Central Oregon garage conditions
Our powder coated wood resists moisture, dents, scratches, and wear from tools, gear, and seasonal storage.

• Built stronger and built to last
Our cabinets are fully enclosed with real back panels—not the flimsy open backs you see on most systems. They’re assembled with dado-joint construction so the weight is carried through the entire frame, paired with heavy-duty shelving and a true custom fit. The result is real strength and long-term durability that melamine and metal just can’t touch.

• Custom storage without compromise
Every cabinet is sized and configured for your available space and the items you need to store, maximizing every inch of usable space.

• Style that matches the strength
Webfoot cabinets give you a high-quality, streamlined look with the kind of strength that turns your garage into a finished, truly functional part of your home.

If you’re considering a garage upgrade, stop by our showroom to see the quality firsthand. If you’re ready to take the next step, book a free design consultation and we’ll create a custom solution for your space!

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