New Cabinet Doors...Biggest Bang for Your Remodel Dollar

Provided by Classic Doors of Louisiana LLC

When you are planning your kitchen or bathroom remodel, simply changing out the cabinet doors makes the whole room look brand new. This single step offers a cost-effective makeover to create a modern or traditional look without tearing things out and starting over. If you are basically happy with the floorplan, why change a good thing if a simple change offers a refreshing transformation to your kitchen?

The latest trend in cabinet doors among local designers over the past couple of years is the move toward “mitered doors.” Think of mitered doors as a picture frame around the edge of a cabinet door panel.

With state-of-the-art CNC technology and specialized mitered door clamping machinery, the 45-degree joints of the frame are fused stronger than ever taking advantage of a tightfitting mortise and solid tenon constructed with extra surface area for wood glue bonding. Mitered cabinet doors that are crafted this way by qualified professionals are both durable and beautiful while displaying unique design elements for a polished look.

When planning your mitered cabinet doors, here are few considerations: • Abundant design choices - More decorative profile options mean more beautiful cabinets. Frame profiles can be wider and more decorative with simple beads, curves, steps, or raised details. • Wood species – Painting or staining? Quality hardwoods make a better mitered door.

• Tight Tolerances – Mitered doors made with new technology are within 1/32” – ideal for inset door installations.

• Qualified Craftsmen – Seek help from reputable interior designers, cabinet builders, and proven cabinet door manufacturers for best results.

Custom mitered cabinet doors made just for you will make your home look brand new, and won’t break your remodel budget. Open up those new cabinet doors!

White will always remain a favorite kitchen color scheme, but warmer shades and playful spots of color will soon supersede the cool tones, like blue-grays, of recent years. Expect to see colors like warm beige accented with shades of orange and aqua or adventurous greens. These soothing, earthy colors provide a sense of peace and calm, which homeowners gravitate towards for familiarity and normalcy. Warm colors can also be represented by wood tones, so expect to see strong accents of wood in cabinets, feature walls and even countertops. The warmer, optimistic colors can be paired with greenery, gold accents and woven textures for a natural look.

Hidden ventilation is becoming a thing of the past as decorative range hoods become a popular focal point in the kitchen. Range hoods offer a huge design impact, think art for your kitchen, that sets the tone for the whole space. However, in 2023 will be less about ornate details and more about materials. Slab materials like marble, metal, veneer porcelain or plaster are easy to clean and minimal-istic but make a huge impact.

Homeowners are ditching standard finishes for those that better express their personality. This is reflected in cabinet colors, hardware, and countertops that “Wow.” In a recent Houzz study, over a third of homeowners chose to splurge on countertops, with quartz and granite at the top of the list. Counters with unique marbling, waterfall edges and matching backsplash slabs are all in order for 2023.

Gone are the days of choosing between impractical open shelving and a kitchen designed for storage but no style. The pandemic taught us to be organized, so designers are focusing on crafting spaces that are both creative and utilitarian. Specialty built-in storage solutions are on the rise because they keep the kitchen functioning properly and still look good. The result brings a sense of calm and order to a home.

The pandemic reminded us how important the outdoors are to mental health and well-being. Many homeowners now crave

that connection to the outdoors in their homes. Expect to see more bi-fold doors and larger than normal windows. Windows that are floor to ceiling in kitchen eating areas or that rest almost on top of countertops promote a less obtrusive view of the outdoors. They also allow in sunlight and can be used for ventilation and fresh air.

Installing a new faucet can be a quick and simple DIY project that freshens the look of your kitchen and provides a greater level of cleanliness. Motion-control and hands-free faucets, as well as touchtap faucets are becoming first choices for homeowners. Also making it’s debut is the voice-activated faucet, which not only allows you to turn on water to wash your hands, but can also be commanded to dispense the exact amount you need to fill your soup pot.

High-gloss, perfect finishes are being traded in for a look that is more live-in and weathered. This style echoes the character of centuries old European kitchens but with a modern twist. Look for muddy paint hues, matte brass and bronze, unpolished stone, and natural, handmade tiles with uneven edges.

Like white color palettes, shaker cabinet profiles aren’t going anywhere. They’re timeless and can accommodate a variety of design tastes. But more homeowners are taking risks and with that, we can expect to see cabinet profiles that make a statement. Beaded, fluted, arched, inset, there are many ways to achieve a unique look with cabinet profiles that add character and life to a kitchen. Also look for more counter-to-ceiling cabinets made possible by an increase in standard kitchen ceiling height. This adds more storage space and makes the kitchen feel larger.

Health was a top priority throughout 2020 and many homeowners turned to better ways of cooking to promote it. Being home more also gave people the opportunity to experiment with new flavors and dishes. With a renewed interest in cooking comes a spike in appliances like air fryers, grain mills, and specialty ovens. While people are cooking more, they don’t necessarily want to cook longer, so many time-saving appliances are being introduced to the modern kitchen. For example, a convection speed oven combines the qualities of a traditional oven with the speed of a microwave. As these new appliances gain traction, expect some traditional appliances to be replaced.

The last few years we saw more homeowners experimenting with out-of-the-ordinary kitchen materials, and we can expect to see a lot more this decade. Think brass sheets applied to countertops and backsplashes, beaded cabinet fronts or upholstered leather furnishings. Additionally, look for unusual design elements that make a big impact like curved cabinets, spots of bright color, cylinder hoods and striking light fixtures.