How to Identify & Match Existing Cabinet Doors
If a few of your existing cabinet doors are damaged or showing signs of wear and tear, you may want to replace them. Replacement cabinet doors are a popular alternative to a full home remodel. It's an easy, cost-effective way to replace damaged doors or refresh your kitchen's look.
However, if you're replacing only a few doors, make sure the replacements match your existing cabinet doors. If the doors don't match perfectly, it could throw off the entire design of the space. The team at Cabinet Door Factory specializes in custom-made cabinet doors and drawer fronts. Our team is here to help you find a solution that matches your current style and provides a consistent finish.
Here's a guide on how to match cabinet doors:
Why Matching Existing Cabinet Doors Can Be Difficult
Matching cabinet doors isn't always an easy task for homeowners. To ensure an exact match, you'll need to analyze all of the small details, including door style, edge profile, wood grain pattern, and finish. One small mistake can make the replacement cabinet doors look and feel out of place. Since replacement cabinet doors are relatively affordable, many homeowners replace all their cabinet doors at once to avoid inconsistencies.
How to Match Existing Cabinet Doors Step by Step
If you need help matching cabinet doors to existing ones, here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
Identify Your Existing Cabinet Door Style
First, identify your existing cabinet door style. Styles vary slightly, but this will help you narrow your options. Some popular styles include:
- Shaker cabinet doors: Five-piece design with a recessed center panel.
- Raised panel doors: Feature a raised center panel, typically paired with ornate details or decorative frames.
- Recessed panel doors: Feature a recessed center panel with an outer frame.
- Slab cabinet doors: Feature a completely flat surface with no frame.
Measure Your Existing Cabinet Doors for Replacement
Once you identify your existing door style, take accurate measurements so you can order replacements. Start by removing a door from the existing cabinet door box so you can take proper measurements. From there, you'll want to:
- Measure the door's height and width. Take the measurements in multiple areas to confirm accurate measurements
- Check door thickness
- Determine the overlay and add the amount to the height and width measurements
- Decide on hinge and hardware placements
Match Cabinet Door Materials, Wood Grain and Finishes
The hardest part about ordering matching kitchen cabinet doors is finding an exact match for the materials, wood grain, and finish. If you have solid wood cabinet doors, identify the wood species and the stain type that you use. Before ordering, consider ordering a sample from the cabinet door supplier to confirm it matches. If you have painted cabinet doors, take the door to a local paint supplier to get an exact match.
What to Do If You Cannot Find Matching Cabinet Doors
If you're struggling to find an exact match, you can take an intentional mix-and-match approach. For example, you can pair the current cabinets with slab-style doors. Slab doors have a completely flat surface that lacks ornate details. Because they're simple in design, they pair well with other cabinet door styles and look put together.
If you can't find the exact wood finish or paint color, you can consider a two-tone kitchen design. With this approach, many homeowners will paint the top cabinets a different color than the lower ones. This adds modern contrast and looks intentional.
How Cabinet Door Factory Helps Match Replacement Cabinet Doors
At Cabinet Door Factory, we tailor every step of the customization process to your needs. We offer a variety of door styles, wood species, and painted finishes so that you can find an exact match for your home renovation project.
If you need help matching cabinet doors, send our team a photo of your existing doors. Our team will offer guidance and make expert recommendations based on style, wood type, and color to ensure a perfect match.
Contact us today for expert guidance.
How to Order Replacement Cabinet Doors That Match
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If you're ready to order matching cabinet replacements, here's how you can get started with Cabinet Door Factory:
- Start by sending photos of your current cabinet doors to our team for a review
- Take measurements of existing cabinet doors. Use our guide for more information
- Identify the right cabinet door style, wood finish, or paint color
- Before ordering, consider ordering a cabinet door sample to confirm a match
At Cabinet Door Factory, we strive to make the ordering process as simple as possible. We're here to answer any questions or concerns you may have before placing your next order.
Find Replacement Cabinet Doors That Match Your Existing Cabinets
Need help matching cabinet doors? Cabinet Door Factory is here to help. We have an ever-growing collection of custom-made cabinet doors available in traditional, modern, and contemporary styles. Beyond our growing collection of styles, we also offer a variety of wood species and paint colors. You can order all door styles unfinished so you can paint or stain them to match the existing doors in your home.
Explore our cabinet door styles today to find the perfect match.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify cabinet door styles?
The best way to identify a cabinet door style is to look at small details, such as the outer frame, edge profile, and panel. From there, you can determine the cabinet door style and find a perfect match for your kitchen.
Does cabinet hardware need to match door knobs or handles?
Cabinet door hardware doesn't need to match if you choose it intentionally. For example, many homeowners match knobs and handles to improve cabinet accessibility. They may also mix-match finishes to add more depth to a kitchen design.
Should cabinet doors match?
Yes, cabinet door styles and colors should usually match. However, some homeowners take a two-tone approach, painting the upper cabinets a different color than the lower to add contrast. Another option is to pair slab cabinet doors with a more decorative style.
