Where to Find Inexpensive Outdoor Stainless Steel Doors

Linda Stamberger
People like to entertain outdoors, especially in year-round climates when the weather is mild. Cheap outdoor stainless steel is found in a variety of places. Buying stainless steel at wholesale prices can save you money when you are redesigning an outdoor patio or grilling area. Outdoor stainless steel cabinets are durable, and if found on the cheap end of your budget, they are a worthwhile investment.

Step 1

Buy cheap stainless steel direct from the manufacturer. Search online for wholesale or direct from the manufacturer websites that sell stainless steel. Compare the prices and order from a company that is close to your location to save on shipping costs. Order stainless steel cabinets that are already assembled. Some companies that sell stainless steel in bulk may only sell to licensed furniture manufactures, not individual buyers.

Step 2

Find a stainless steel furniture wholesale company that is directly in your area, so there are no freight fees which may interfere with the cost savings when looking for cheaper outdoor stainless steel. Go to a factory outlet that sells kitchen supplies, and inquire about stainless steel cabinet doors. Look around inside hardware stores that sell kitchen and outdoor furniture. These types of stores may have discounted stainless steel sold off-season.

Step 3

Buy refinished stainless steel from companies that sell refurbished cabinets. Refurbished stainless steel cabinets are cabinets that were recycled, or restored from old or damaged steel. Prices on stainless steel that is refinished should be lower than buying brand new stainless steel. Look in the phone book for businesses that sell refinished stainless steel, and look in the classified section of your newspaper for sales on this type of product.

Step 4

Buy cheap stainless steel cabinet doors at second hand stores, garage sales or thrift stores. Second hand stories and garage sales are an excellent source for finding antique, vintage, even new stainless steel. Look for stainless steel cabinet doors in the kitchen or furniture section of second-hand stores. Ask homeowners at garage sales if they are selling stainless steel cabinet doors, if you do not see any out in plain site.

Step 5

Go to an outdoor estate sale that specifically lists this type of furniture. Sometimes furniture is kept both indoors, or in the backyard during garage and estate sales. Estate sales are run by professional antique dealers, and you may be able to bargain with them over price.

Step 6

Compare prices on stainless steel cabinets. Prices on outdoor stainless steel cabinets range from eighty to three hundred dollars per cabinet. Designers and distributors may be able to purchase stainless steel cabinets at a discount. Consumers may inquire about discounts direct from companies online. Choose cabinets that are wood or glass laminated, to protect from the elements outdoors.

Reference LasertronDirect: Stainless Steel Information [http://lasertrondirect.com/stainless-steel-information.htm]
Doors2Me: STAINLESS STEEL FRAME KITCHEN CABINET DOORS
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Published by Linda Stamberger

Florida expert, author of Antiquing in Florida, and the Florida thriller JAGGED PARADISE. I am also a professional artist, freelance writer, and published poet. Check out my blog for links to my books and sh...  View profile

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