struggling to pick a cabinet style? read this…
Choosing a cabinet door style for your next renovation in an integral part of meshing functionality with the desired style. For example, a clean slab front cabinet door offers a modern look with easy cleaning and maintenance. On the flip side, a raised panel shaker door with provide traditional charm but may give you a run for your money when it comes time for the daily wipe down.
Continue reading to understand the various cabinet styles there are to choose from, and hopefully this will give you a better idea of what may be best for you and your project!
SLAB STYLE
Slab style cabinet doors are flat panel doors, with no grooves, moldings or extraneous detail. it provides a very clean and sleek aesthetic in kitchen and bathrooms and allows for ease of cleaning. A door like this would be perfect for a minimalist look with European influence.
SOURCE: NKDR BUILDERS
SHAKER STYLE
This fan favorite provides the best of both worlds; a clean and timeless look with a hint of transitional modern flair. You can easily recognize this style as a 5 piece door with a recessed center panel. The shaker style has become one of the most popular due to its understated charm and classic polished lines.
SOURCE: NKDR BUILDERS
RAISED PANEL
Similarly constructed as the shaker style, the raised panel door is also built as a five piece door, however the center panel features a raised edge detail. The additional depth of the raised canter panel will provide an enhanced traditional look to your space.
SOURCE: https://blog.kitchenmagic.com/blog/bid/146172/what-is-a-raised-panel-cabinet-door