By Jayme Fahrer · 3 min read
A Guide to Kitchen Cabinet Finishes
Two kitchens with the same door style can feel completely different depending on the finish. Here's how the main options compare.
Painted
Clean, classic and endlessly flexible — from crisp whites to deep, moody colors. Painted finishes suit everything from traditional to modern, and they're easy to keep looking fresh.
Stained wood
Shows off natural grain for warmth and richness. Beautiful on islands and in transitional kitchens where you want a touch of organic texture.
High-gloss and matte
High-gloss acrylics read sleek, reflective and thoroughly modern; matte finishes feel soft and sophisticated and hide fingerprints well. Both are striking in contemporary designs.
Textured melamine and thermofoil
Durable, budget-friendly and available in convincing woodgrain and stone looks — a smart choice for hardworking spaces and modern styling.
Seeing is believing
Finishes look different in your light, next to your floor and countertop. That's exactly why we keep a showroom — so you can hold the samples together before you commit.
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