What are shaker cabinets?

Shaker cabinets are profiles that are defined with a “picture frame” look to them – in other words they have a rectangular profile on the front of the cabinet door. Inspired by the simple design style from the 1800s. The profile of the door in cabinetry terms is comprised of rails and stiles – stiles travel vertically, while rails travel horizontally, joined at the corners to make the shaker profile.

How to make shaker cabinet doors?

Our shaker cabinet doors are two-piece shaker doors. Compared to one or five piece doors, two-piece are superior for a custom look, available inner rail profiles, sanding and painting precision, and resistance to warping or cracking at the joints. Two-piece shaker doors are machined from a solid piece for the shaker profile, with a center panel inserted into the cutout. This means no joints at the corners like a five-piece door, which can show cracks in your paint as the door shifts over time. A one piece door means that the shaker profile is routered out from MDF, and doesn’t allow for the same precision in detail or sanding due to its construction.

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FAQs

What is thermofoil cabinet door?
A thermofoil cabinet door is a premium 3DL supermatte thermofoil wrapped around an MDF door core. It’s a durable and easily cleaned material with a matte-like finish, that will show less oils, fingerprints and scratches than shiny products.
Can you paint thermofoil cabinets?
You can’t paint over thermofoil, as it is a vinyl material that is “slippery” to paint. If you’re looking for painted or paint-ready doors, you’ll want to select an MDF product for the best paint adhesion and smooth finish.
What colors are available for Supermatte Thermofoil cabinet doors?
Our Supermatte Thermofoil cabinet doors are available in select shades of white, beige, gray, red, and black. Our collection has matching back colors (except for Roja) whereas most competitors have door backs that do not match.
White thermofoil cabinet doors are a great choice for budget-conscious kitchen renovations, offering a clean look that works well with many styles. Our gray and beige tones provide versatile neutral alternatives beyond white, and our black and red shades are bold accent options. For unlimited color options, consider our MDF doors.
Thermofoil vs MDF
Thermofoil is a lower cost option than a painted MDF door. It’s a nice balance of affordability and durability, but comes in limited color choices and customization options. MDF doors come in unlimited paint colors with our custom color program, are offered in a wider variety of styles, and are a more premium look and feel than their thermofoil counterparts.