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Shaker kitchen ideas

With a framed style and classic detailing, shaker designs have been a firm favourite when it comes to home interiors. Explore our shaker kitchen inspiration to get clued up on how to update your home with this signature look.

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1. Neutralise your base

Some of the best shakers start with a neutral base colour, like our Tewkesbury Antique White. The warmer tone of this soft shade offers a soothing contrast to feature walls in earthy shades. Pair with white counters and pale timber floors to keep your space looking bright and organic.

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Traditional antique white framed shaker kitchen with rounded corner kitchen island unit, wood worktop and white wall tiles.

2. Trust in solid timber

For a shaker design that will stand the test of time, choose a solid timber construction, like our Tewkesbury Framed. This robust style is made with a 22mm-thick timber border and a veneered center panel, which can be repainted and re-sanded over time for a quick refresh and timeless appeal.

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Luxurious light grey kitchen in an open plan layout with an antique glass island. With gold hardware and a marble worktop.

3. Add true romance

The Hollywood regency era remains an inspiration for our home interiors and what better way to pay homage to this design than with a shaker in dove grey. Here, we style Chelford with marble-effect counters, glass features, and brass fittings to maximise the luxe look.

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4. Pick and mix it

Take your creativity up a notch by adding mix and match cupboard doors in contrasting colours. Navy and grey offer a classic combination for a cooler palette, which can be achieved with our Fairford collection. Style it with a white work area to keep it looking clean and bright.

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Heritage inspired black charcoal shaker kitchen with exposed brickwork and contrasting white kitchen worktop and flooring.

5. Go a shade deeper

Dark tones are set to be the season’s favourite and our deepest colour of charcoal will certainly impress your family and friends. Available in Fairford, this statement shaker is 19mm thick and offset with a realistic wood-grain detail, offering texture and tenor to your interior.

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Antique white shaker kitchen with an island unit with incorporated breakfast bar and hob. Open shelving and wall units.

6. Save on Allendale

Shaker-inspired homes often look premium however Allendale offers a more affordable price tag for those on a budget. Thanks to its narrow-door design at 16mm thick and the authentic, wood-grain detail, there are few who can tell the difference between solid and savvy shaker style.

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7. Upgrade with granite

For a premium take on classic shaker schemes, switch your stone-effect counters for a solid surface. Made from natural stone, granite offers a unique pattern with every slab, making it a striking feature in your new design with no piece being the same as the next.

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Chelford country style shaker kitchen with a marble effect worktop shown in mint green, that can be painted in any colour.

8. Customise your colour

From cerise to citrus yellow, for a shaker that packs a punch, choose a design that can be painted in a colour of your choice. Tewksbury offers a more classic style, with an authentic wood-grain detail, whereas Chelford offers a smooth door, which can be tailored for a more contemporary look.

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9. Add aged metals

When it comes to on-trend shaker, aged metals are the finish of choice for 2020. Choose a classic pewter style for an accent that spans the trends - and you can upgrade to solid metal. For a bolder feature, choose aged copper or brass, which will add warm highlights to your new interior.

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10. Feature your furniture

From faux dressers to pantries, and freestanding larders, a staple in shaker style is handcrafted furniture. This can be easily achieved with the help of your builder using tall cupboards, glass-fronted units and integrated storage. Add lights to really show off your wares.

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