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Popular Cabinet Door Styles & Finishes

Maryland Kitchen Cabinets Top Popular Trends for Cabinet Door Styles & Finishes: Many kitchen components are subject to fads and fashion, but a look at popular cabinet choices above can help you zero in on the style you’ll still love down the road. Your cabinet door style can be one of the most important factors in your kitchen’s new design. Not only are cabinet doors one of the most visible design elements in a kitchen, but they can also be one of the most expensive. From the elaborate to the simple, there’s a door style for every home design. Take a look at some of the better-known styles here and see which will work for your home’s style and your budget. Don’t forget to complement your cabinets with the right countertops view our Countertop Gallery.

Shaker. The Shaker-style cabinet door is the most common & popular door style in kitchens today. With a classic five-piece flat-panel style has a frame made from four pieces and a single flat center panel for the fifth piece. Shaker cabinetry gets its name from the distinctive Shaker furniture style, which uses simple, clean lines and emphasizes utility. Shaker-style doors became popular because their simple style lends itself to just about any decor — from contemporary to traditional — with variations in wood species, stains, paint colors and hardware. This classic style can work with a variety of budgets, depending on the wood used. Some manufacturers can even replace the center door panel with a solid man made material for painted finishes which actually provides a longer lasting more stable cabinet door over its life.
Louvered. Horizontal wood slats are typically used on windows, furniture pieces and interior doors, but they add a distinct architectural style to kitchen cabinetry. However, be aware that these beauties come with a heavy price tag.Many louvered doors have spaces between each slat, making them great for cabinets that require ventilation — a popular option is cabinet near a radiator, a dedicated clothes drying cabinet in a laundry room or cabinetry for cable boxes and DVD players.
Flat. Simple but stylish, the flat-panel cabinet door is void of any expensive details. Its hard lines and minimalist form make it a great fit for contemporary and modern interiors. Many flat doors come in decorative laminate or wood. Laminate tends to be more budget friendly and offers a greater variety of colors and sheens. This is very popular in trendy modern contemporary kitchens and bathrooms.
Inset. Although this style tends to be one of the most expensive on the market, it’s a classic look that’ll last for generations. The inset door gets its name because it is set inside of the cabinet frame — typical cabinet doors rest on the outside of the frame. The door is designed and constructed with extremely precise measurements so that it nests inside the frame and opens and closes properly, even when the wood expands and contracts. This door style usually requires exposed hinges rather than the typical concealed hinges of other door styles that are included in the cost of the cabinet box.
Distressed. If you’ve always dreamed of having an antique-style kitchen, then you’ll love the distressed-looking cabinets available from most manufacturers. Choose any door style and opt to have the corners rubbed off or have other distressing techniques done for that age-old feeling. All this extra work will cost you a little more than standard finishes, though; there’s usually a small upcharge for an artisan tradesperson to properly distress and provide an heirloom or vintage for your brand-new doors. However, this is an extremely popular option for homeowners looking for that Old World look.
Beadboard. Love cottage style? It doesn’t get more cottage chic than the popular beadboard style. The center panel of the cabinet doors in this style are made to look like traditional beadboard paneling. Beadboard was used in the past as a decorative wall treatment before plaster, drywall and paint became common. While all-white beadboard cabinetry can give your kitchen a bright and clean feel, all the little cracks and crevasses on this door style can be a pain to keep clean.
Custom. Can’t find any door style on the market that really complements your unique design intention? Design your own! Contact a local designer or craftsperson to help you create a personalized design. This tends to be a popular option for customers that have a very specif cabinet style & finish in mind as well as a more flexible budget.

Light & Simple: Popular color White (or off-white) Shaker-style doors create a light and clean look in a kitchen. Cabinets in shades of white are enduring and versatile, appearing in cottage, traditional, and even modern kitchens.
Efficiency Inside: Twenty years ago, kitchen cabinets were well-equipped if they included a lazy Susan and a built-in spice rack. Now storage options are plentiful, including pullout trays, bread boxes, and narrow spaces that would otherwise have false cabinet fronts utilized as customized spots for pans such as cookie sheets and muffin tins.
One-of-a-Kind Island: Instead of a standard rectangular island, try a stand-alone table to create a cozy feel. Chairs can be pulled up for a casual meal or pushed to the side for meal prep and serving.
Customized Drawers: Cabinets and drawers now conceal custom features. Where you’d expect to find swinging doors that open to reveal storage inserts, there are pullout doors attached to shelves for pots and pans, holders for recycling and garbage bins, and racks for canned and dry goods. Drawer inserts can be set up to hold dishes, silverware, or cutlery. Inserts are often customizable and help to maintain a clutter-free kitchen.
Playing Peekaboo: Glass-front cabinet doors give the eye a break from wall-to-wall cabinetry and create display space for collectibles, pretty dishes, and glassware. Add just a few glass doors to your current kitchen design to create a light and fresh look.
Floor-to-Ceiling Cabinetry: In the kitchen, the wall opposite the cook zone is dedicated to storage with cabinetry to the ceiling. This feature is often seen along with other kitchen trends, such as open cabinetry and oversize windows. When storage is reduced from other areas, a floor-to-ceiling bank of cabinets can house everything from everyday dishes to small appliances to linens.
Built-In Appliances: Appliances might be more intelligent, efficient, and feature-packed than ever, but that doesn’t mean they’re grabbing the spotlight in today’s kitchen. Here, the fridge is hidden behind matching cabinet doors at the end of the island to maintain a cohesive look in the traditional kitchen.
Mismatched Cabinets: A cabinet or island in a color or wood that’s different from the rest of the kitchen works much like a patterned scarf with a solid-color shirt. More than a finishing touch, this is a popular trend that breaks up the monotony to become a pivotal design piece. This kitchen mixes traditional white cabinetry with a rich black island, bringing warmth and dimension into the space. It’s also an option to treat a hutch or a section of cabinetry in the same manner.
Mixing It Up: Cabinets, drawers, and open shelving meet any and all storage needs when combined in the kitchen. Mixing types of storage in a kitchen keeps the design feeling fresh and avoids a room full of heavy cabinetry.
The Look of Furniture: Call it the European influence or a return to this country’s early-1900s notions: Many of today’s kitchens are assigning furniture duties to cabinetry. Some pieces are freestanding, but others simply appear to be, emulating the look of china hutches, turned-leg tables, and buffets. A classic & traditional trend that will never lose popularity.
Colorful Accents: Add a pop of color to glass-front cabinet interiors or open shelving with bright paint or bold wallpaper. Accent with contrasting accessories to complete the room’s color scheme. Using bold color in a small area is high-impact — and an alternative for the color-averse. This popular and smart choice allows small items to be changed affordably without having to redo your complete kitchen.
Embellishments: Gone are the days when cabinets were unadorned boxes. Today’s most interesting styles take their finishing touches from furniture and architecture. Add-ons such as undercounter corbels, fancy feet, and arched openings achieve a focal-point status that’s more a result of style than location. Carvings, cutouts, and moldings add emphasis to a cabinet’s decorative aspects. This trend seems to be a little less popular since the economic crash of the late 2008-2009 mark. The vast majority of customers are focusing more on function and classic beauty as opposed over the top decadence.

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