[header] How to choose eco friendly cabinets [title] Consider buying previously used cabinets or refinishing your own cabinets. [step] The best, most eco-friendly option is reuse. Replacing old cabinets adds potentially harmful finishing chemicals to landfills, so consider repainting, replacing just the doors or refinishing your cabinets with low volatile organic compound (voc) products. 
[title] Research cabinet companies in your area, or attend home improvement shows if you plan to replace your cabinets. [step] It helps to see the materials first hand when choosing cabinetry, instead of simply researching online.