Everything old is new again, and that includes shaker style kitchen doors. The Shakers were a religious group that made their way to America from England in 1774. In part, the ascetic religious order supported itself with well-made but simple furniture. It’s not surprising that more than 200 years later, Shaker reigns supreme among contemporary cabinet door styles.
Gray and white shaker-style kitchen doors now dominate kitchen remodeling. If Shaker-style appeals to you, you can order replacement kitchen cabinet doors and drawer fronts, rather than replacing the cabinets. This can save you a lot of money while achieving the clean, modern look you want.
While the Shakers eschewed luxury in favor of asceticism, modern Shaker-style kitchens often pair the style with marble or granite countertops and backsplashes. Also, simple Shaker-style cabinets pair well with high-end appliances, lighting fixtures, and modern, minimalist furniture.
While white Shaker-style cabinets are popular, Shaker-style does not mean white. In fact, the original Shakers produced their furniture mostly from pine, maple, and cherry. This was naturally varnished or painted yellow, red, blue, or green, the colors approved by the sect. Shakers would be surprised at how today their classic furniture has been reinterpreted as modern cabinet door styles.
If you’re remodeling your kitchen, you can get the clean, classic, and modern look you want with Shaker-style replacement doors. Custom-made Shaker-style doors are the economical and classic designer choice.
Visit Intenzi for Shaker and other modern cabinet door styles, in white, gray, and natural hardwoods.
