Kitchen Cabinet
Ideas & Guide
Cabinets make or break your kitchen design. Explore style options, trending colors, and materials to find your perfect match.
Once you have a shortlist, try the color on your own kitchen before you buy the paint.
Popular Cabinet
Door Styles
The door style sets the entire tone for your kitchen
Shaker Style
45% of kitchensClassic recessed panel doors with clean lines. The most popular cabinet style in America.
Flat Panel (Slab)
28% of kitchensCompletely smooth, handleless doors for a sleek, contemporary look.
Raised Panel
15% of kitchensTraditional style with a center panel that projects outward. Elegant and classic.
Glass-Front
8% of kitchensCabinet doors with glass inserts to display dishes and add visual depth.
Open Shelving
4% of kitchensNo doors at all – open shelves for easy access and decorative display.
Trending Cabinet
Colors
While white still reigns, bold colors are making a comeback
Cabinet Material
Comparison
Understanding cabinet box and door materials
| Material | Price | Durability | Maintenance | Look |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solid Wood | $$$$ | Excellent | Medium | Premium, natural grain |
| MDF | $$ | Good | Low | Smooth, paintable |
| Plywood | $$$ | Excellent | Low | Strong, stable |
| Laminate | $ | Good | Very Low | Many options, uniform |
| Thermofoil | $$ | Moderate | Low | Smooth, seamless |
Cabinet Hardware
Styles
The jewelry of your kitchen – hardware makes a bigger impact than you'd think
Bar Pulls
Modern, Contemporary
Long, straight handles
Knobs
Traditional, Transitional
Round or decorative single points
Cup Pulls
Farmhouse, Traditional
Bin-style pulls for drawers
Handleless
Ultra-modern
Push-to-open mechanisms
Leather Pulls
Scandinavian, Bohemian
Soft, unique look
See Cabinet Styles
in Your Kitchen
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