November 29, 2024
Kitchen cupboard doors provide the backbone of any renovation or new kitchen design project. They, together with the choice of worktop, create the character that defines your kitchen style.
Luckily, if you are not happy with your kitchen cupboard doors it’s not difficult to change them. That’s where we can help. Through this article, we are going to explain all about the different materials and designs you need to know.
Changing the colour or the ironmongery is also an option. But by upgrading your kitchen cupboard doors you will radically transform the entire ambience of the space. From the timeless classic to the more contemporary cutting edge there are great kitchen cabinets out there for you.
E9.30 XLight Liem Black Silk · E7.30 Roble Polvo · E5.30 Pizarra Brillo
Unlike the kitchen cupboard carcass, the doors are easy to replace if you are planning a kitchen upgrade. And remember, there’s no need to match the cupboard structure material. From budget-friendly options to cutting-edge high-tech designs, here are the most popular UK materials for kitchen cupboard doors.
These styles are highly versatile and will allow you to create your own bespoke kitchen. Furthermore, the doors can be combined with a range of kitchen door handles and lighting to heighten the effect. Or avoid door handles entirely and choose a more sleek look. We include current kitchen trends and timeless classic styles.
Shaker cupboard doors are minimalist and classically elegant. Named after the Shaker religion, the look is pared back, reflecting the belief in simplicity. Shaker kitchen doors have a recessed panel and a four-piece wood frame normally with a dovetail joint.
The style can look traditional or modern depending on the materials, colour and the ironmongery. Shaker-style cabinet doors will stand the test of time and come in a wide range of quality finishes.
R1.40 Etimoe Ice
The cupboard doors are entirely flat and two-dimensional. The look is sleek and ultra-modern. Flat panel cupboard doors often feature a gloss coating finish to reflect the light. While matte and textured finishes provide a very different effect, wood and block colours add strong character.
These cupboard doors particularly suit small kitchens and a minimalist décor. The high gloss kitchen door aesthetic is simple and refined, easy to combine with other materials and guaranteed to look good over time.
R3.70 / R3.10 wind mate/eucalyptus smutty
One of the most popular styles of cupboard doors in UK kitchens. A rebate separates the centre panel or, alternatively, it rises above the surrounding frame. The panel can be rectangular or have an arched, or curved top.
Usually made with timber or MDF with added decorative mouldings. The look adds dimension and detail to the kitchen décor, suited to more traditional and rustic style designs.
Functional and contemporary the handleless cupboard door adds a sleek and clean silhouette to cupboard doors. The typical handles are replaced by a continuous profile that is normally located at the top of lower cabinet doors and the bottom of upper cabinets. Both the J-Pull and Gola Profile provide enough space to allow the fingers to get a grip on the panel. The handleless look particularly suits high gloss and matte finishes, creating a very modern aesthetic.
E3.70 Blanco Glass · Blanco Emotions Mate
A wood or metal frame usually frames a central glass panel. Ideal for a designer-look kitchen with added depth and visual interest. Glass-front kitchen cabinets add a decorative quality when paired with attractive displays of crockery, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Alternatively, frosted and textured glass create a sophisticated effect and allow for backlighting to add depth. Glass-fronted cupboard doors are most suited to modern and contemporary kitchen décor.
E4.40 Limo Mate · Roble Puro · Cristal transparente
The beadboard, or tongue and groove cupboard look, adds a craft sensibility to kitchen designs. More normally the beads are configured in the vertical direction but can be horizontal.
The width of the slats can vary from wide and rustic-looking to more slender profiles and modern. These cupboard doors are typically made from timber or MDF with a painted finish. Suitable for a wide range of farmhouse, sea-side cottage style or more contemporary designer kitchens.
E9.30 / E7.90 Xtone Carrara White Nature · Roble Árido
An outer frame, usually of wood, supports a series of horizontally angled slats that allow air to flow. The look is very characterful and provides certain advantages, such as keeping the cupboard ventilated.
Traditionally the louvered device was popular in tropical climates and has a colonial aesthetic. Nowadays, it’s often featured in kitchens as an accent or compliment. The louvers can be a dust trap however and will need regular dusting. They are an ideal treatment for dry food pantries.
The cupboard door panel is inset within a timber frame attached to the front face of the kitchen cabinet carcass. The extra timber adds strength and solidity to the overall kitchen. Traditionally all doors were made using this method, the look is solid and robust and exudes quality.
These kitchen cupboard doors are part of the ongoing trend towards the return to traditional craft in home décor. They are often handmade and add a craft quality to high-end and bespoke kitchen designs with a traditional aesthetic.
For a statement kitchen décor, the two-tone kitchen cupboard door can add verve to a simple layout. The cabinet doors can be divided by colour or texture, top and bottom, or the Shaker-style cupboard door can mix two tones: one for the frame and the other for the inlay panel. Flat-panel doors work well with contrasting finishes, the style can elevate a simple kitchen design. Even laminate kitchen doors, MDF or veneered wood can give off a designer chic look.
The distressed look is back in kitchens. The rustic aesthetic incorporates the patina of time and use. It’s the opposite of sleek and modern, instead, it helps create a more homely atmosphere.
The cupboard door typically features distressed natural wood paired with earthy metals for the handles. There’s lots of texture, and the imperfections add to the look. Suitable for cottage core and farmhouse traditional kitchen designs that evoke wholesomeness.
E4.40 Limo Mate · Roble Alba · Xtone Calacatta Gold Nature
Now that we have set out the different options available, it’s up to you to see these kitchen cupboard doors in person. We recommend making an appointment at your nearest Porcelanosa showroom where professional staff will match your kitchen with the best cabinet doors. Drop us a line in the meantime with any comments or questions.
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