White Shaker-style cabinets continue as a popular choice among homeowners everywhere. Their simple and versatile design means they work in almost any style of home, from traditional to modern. If you are looking for peace of mind about your kitchen remodel investment, you can’t go wrong with all-plywood cabinets from Simply Kitchens; premium materials and solid construction ensure a lifespan of 20-30 years for your cabinets. Whether you purchase ready-to-assemble (RTA) Shaker-style kitchen cabinets or go the fully assembled route, you’ll find an affordable price point when you buy direct.
Are white Shaker cabinets in style?
You may be concerned about choosing an enduring style for your new kitchen cabinets, so they don’t look dated a few years down the road. Kitchen design professionals agree that white Shaker kitchen cabinets are timeless. The simple framed look and clean lines adapt easily to any home decor or style; in fact, white kitchen cabinets represent 45% of kitchen cabinet purchases year over year, preferred by homeowners over a mix of other styles and colors available today.
are a logical choice to boost a home’s resale value – prospective buyers can readily envision how their furniture and home decor will fit right into a white kitchen.
What Are Shaker Cabinets?
A Shaker-style cabinet is a framed cabinet with simple designs and clean lines. The framed cabinet box is constructed from all-plywood materials and features an I-beam for additional support.
A five-piece cabinet door features flat-recessed panels with no beveling on the frame. This door style is typically paired with either a matching five-piece drawer front or a slab drawer front. Shaker-style cabinets are available in a variety of paint colors and stains to suit any kitchen style.
Here’s what you need to know before buying white Shaker-style kitchen cabinets
As you begin to plan and budget your kitchen remodel, you’ll want to find the best quality cabinets at the best price. Ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinets will be your least-expensive option because there’s less factory labor and cost involved to pack and ship them.
As you consider your options for new kitchen cabinets, keep in mind that white shaker cabinets may call for extra cleaning attention. The single-frame line around the cabinet door fronts can be a grime-collector, so you may need to keep a small cleaning brush or toothbrush handy to clean the door’s crevices.
It’s also essential to wipe up any food spills, splatters, or drips immediately to prevent stains on the cabinet finish. While Simply Kitchens uses extremely durable cabinet finishes, any white finish is more susceptible to staining. Also, you’ll want to avoid leaving standing water next to any kitchen cabinet; keep a soft microfiber towel handy to catch spills quickly and prevent possible damage.
If your new Shaker-style kitchen cabinets include components made from particleboard (also known as fiberboard or MDF) finished with a laminate, these cabinets are more susceptible to water damage. A laminate finish is likely to flake off if it is left damp for an extended time. Careful maintenance improves the lifespan of cabinets that use lower-quality materials. Still, you’ll be well served for the long term when you purchase the best quality white Shaker cabinets you can find.
Does IKEA sell white Shaker-style cabinets?
Yes, IKEA does offer RTA white Shaker cabinets. IKEA cabinets come at an attractive price point, but take a close look at the construction materials: particleboard, plastic, and MDF. When exposed to water spills and high moisture levels in the environment, these cabinets are more likely to expand, warp, and show peeling paint than are cabinets made from all-plywood construction.
To ensure the best possible quality for your Shaker-style cabinets, check for doors and drawers that extend fully and feature soft-close hinges and glides. For solid wood cabinets, the best finish will be a hand-painted glaze or stain. Look for drawers assembled with a dovetail joint (rather than staples and glue) to improve strength and durability. Short of investing in custom-built cabinets, the best white Shaker-style cabinets you can buy will be all-plywood cabinets like what you’ll find at Simply Kitchens.
Design ideas for white Shaker kitchen cabinets
Versatile white Shaker-style kitchen cabinet designs fit well in any home, whether your style leans to traditional, rustic, sleek, or modern. Shaker-style cabinets’ clean lines work well in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, and even the garage.
Clean lines for a modern kitchen
This modern kitchen brings together stainless steel appliances, flooring in a light color, and nickel hardware on glass-front cabinets. White Shaker-style cabinets add light and beauty to this space.
Traditional kitchen features rustic beams and dark hardware
The Shaker-style cabinets in this traditional kitchen feature dark hardware accents and a contrasting dark wood floor. Light and dark colors combine to create a warm and inviting feel. Glass door fronts on the upper cabinets allow the homeowner to display attractive dishware and decorative accessories.
Modern farmhouse kitchen
White Shaker-style kitchen cabinets anchor this modern farmhouse kitchen. An apron sink, shiplap ceiling, and warm wood floor work well with the contemporary white cabinets.
Gold accents and hardware light up this transitional kitchen
Elegant gold hardware, plumbing, and lighting accent the Shaker-style cabinets in this transitional kitchen; white crown molding adds visual interest, marble countertops, and backsplash. It provides a contrast to create a space that’s contemporary and luxurious at the same time.
Premium white Shaker-style kitchen cabinets at Simply Kitchens.
Simply Kitchens offers premium, all-plywood white Shaker Cabinets for prices 40% less than what you’ll find at the big-box home improvement store. Take advantage of complimentary design services from our expert kitchen designers, who will help you choose the best kitchen cabinets for your dream kitchen. Find inspiration for your new kitchen and see a wide selection of Shaker-style kitchen cabinets in our photo gallery.
