you definitely need strength and stability also water proof wood, you can buy paint treatment for wood thats water proof but also make sure its not highly toxic or wont peel or come off, its permanent enough for childrens safety. smooth surface wood its important you dont want wood thats rough in the edges this can prick children and be a hazard. so smoothed sand down wood with formica wood is good too, just make sure you get quality glue that stays put together. avoid rotten wood or shredded wood furniture.

Hi,

My new hobby is to buy unwanted cabinets and turn them into play kitchens, play work benches and anything like that.. And re-sell them to mothers, play groups and childcare centres.

Heres an example:

http://www.pinterest.com/pin/459437599456298602/

Except i dont really know much about wood and all that.

What do i look for: rotting, stability, strength etc.. Pretty much what would you look for if this was your project. And what kind of wood or materials are best.

Thanks.