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Kitchen Doors Buying Guide

Whether planning a new renovation, updating a home, or refreshing a rental property, this kitchen door buying will make it easy to pick the right option for a practical and stylish space. Making a huge impact on the overall aesthetic of a cooking area, door-fronts require careful thought and planning. That is why this kitchen buying guide covers all the different colours, finishes, sizes, and designs available to help homeowners craft a scheme that suits their interior or lifestyle.

The popularity of a door style will change depending on the desired aesthetic. Five-piece fronts are the obvious choice when curating a refined or traditional space, while integrated handle designs are still one of the best ways to create a modern scheme. For those wanting an option that can be adapted to suit a variety of decors, slabs are a safe bet.

Colour has a huge impact on a design, so consider all the options carefully. From pale whites and creams for a neutral effect to statement shades like red and black, different colours will affect the room’s atmosphere. Textured timber options are a great way to add organic tones to a space, while paintable options allow for a completely personalised design.

White

Cream

Grey

Blue

Green

Red

Black

Oak

Brown

Paintable

What finishes are available?

Matt

Offering a muted look, this tactile finish fits seamlessly into contemporary schemes and is available in a variety of colours. It is great for intensifying darker tones for a striking effect or giving pale hues an understated appearance.

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Gloss

Gloss kitchen cupboard doors is a style that remains in fashion, as it maximises natural light for an inviting atmosphere. This is excellent for smaller interiors, because it bounces light around a space for a roomier feel.

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Grain

Bring elements of the outdoors into a home with authentic woodgrain or grain-effect door-fronts. These units introduce character and textural variation to a space - great for heritage themes, engineered looks, or Scandi schemes.

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Textured

Replicating the look and feel of trend-led materials, like dark-stone or concrete, textured cabinetry offers an easy way to add visual interest and sensory appeal to an interior. Mix and match these with other designs for a tailored aesthetic.

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What is the most durable kitchen door?

Timber options are the most durable. Our Chilcomb and Elmbridge styles are made from ash, sourced from sustainably managed UK forests. Each front offers the individual character and hardwearing quality of solid wood, making them a great option for any home.

What decorative options are there?

A stately kitchen featuring light-grey shaker doors with a beaded detail and glass dresser cabinets in an island layout.

Curved

With a rounded edge, curved fronts create a high-end aesthetic, as the soft style reduces angular corners for a flowing look. They are great for homes with pets or young children because they prevent knocks and bumps. Available in full-height and tall sizes, they fit wall and base units within our collection.

Glass

Made to fit standard base and wall cupboards, glazed kitchen cabinet doors have a glass centre panel that breaks up a row of units for a less crowded feel. They can also be used to showcase glassware, trinkets, and crockery, especially when placed above drawer units to create a dresser-style feature.

In-frame

Thanks to the additional border around the edge of a cupboard door or drawer, in-frame furniture has a decorative look that is characteristic of high-end interiors. Once fitted by a trade professional, it creates a bespoke feature that will dial up the heritage appearance of shaker fronts or simple, slab units.

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Handleless

When fitted with pre-notched cabinetry, handleless kitchen doors create an ultra-modern look. Removing the need for additional fixtures, they reduce visual clutter by extending the minimal feel of slab units or adding a modern twist to shaker styles. A selection of trims in different colours is available for a custom finish.

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What is the best door for cabinets?

The best door for cabinets will depend on the height and width of a unit. Explore the most common door-fronts and which cabinetry they can be used with below.

Full height

Measuring 720mm- high, this front fits standard wall or base units. It can also be used to complete towers and larders, making it one of the most multipurpose panels available.

Half-height

Half the size of a full-height front, this 360mm-high panel can be used with half-height units, deep-pan drawers, and hob cupboards - a versatile choice for any scheme.

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Tall

At 900mm high, doors for tall kitchen cupboards make the most of rooms with high ceilings. They also maximise storage, making them a smart option for compact interiors.

Drawers

Smaller in height, drawer fronts are supplied in different sizes to suit various units. They also come in wider widths to reduce the number of door lines for a seamless look.