Shaker cabinets are a popular style of cabinetry known for their simplicity, functionality, and timeless appeal. Here’s everything you need to know about Shaker cabinets.
Shaker cabinets are a popular style of cabinetry known for their simplicity, functionality, and timeless appeal. Here’s everything you need to know about Shaker cabinets.
Origin of Shaker Cabinets
Shaker cabinets originated from the Shaker religious community that was active in the 18th and 19th centuries in America. They were well known for their pacifism, equality, and manufacturing. They pioneered many items that changed America and the world. Washing machines, circular saws, and wrinkle-free cloth are just a few of their inventions.
Today, their furniture and wood-burning stoves are highly sought after. Of course their minimalist approach to design and quality construction make their idea of cabinets the most popular in the kitchen in just about any home.
Shaker Cabinet Design
Shaker cabinets have a distinct design characterized by a five-piece door with a recessed center panel and simple, clean lines. The doors typically have flat, square frames and a plain, unadorned appearance.
They are most popular in taupe, natural wood, and white. Deep blues and sage greens are well-loved new-comers to the line up.
Simplicity
Shaker cabinets are celebrated for their minimalist aesthetic. They have no ornate details, elaborate carvings, or decorative elements. The straightforward and understated design speaks for itself.
They are perfect for minimalist designs like hygge, mid-century modern, or adding a pop of contemporary to more vintage styles.
Timelessness
Shaker cabinets have endured as a popular choice for centuries due to their timeless design appeal. The simple, unpretentious design has a classic quality that transcends trends and remains relevant in different design eras.
That means that they never go out of style and will always look fresh. No worries about Shaker cabinets looking dated.
Shaker Cabinet Versatility
Shaker cabinets are the chameleons of the kitchen design world. They can adapt to rustic styles like farmhouse or bring a touch of hominess to more ornate, traditional styles. You can use any type of metal or color for hardware. They pair well with various color schemes.
Not only are they adaptable style-wise, they are a great addition to any room of the house from the kitchen and bathroom, to the laundry room or office.
Durable Construction of Shaker Cabinets
Shaker cabinets are known for their sturdy construction. You can get them in natural woods or in sleek MDF or HDF.
At RTA Cabinet Store, we ship them directly to your door where you can easily assemble them and install them. It’s a snap with our 3-D interactive instructions by BILT.
The smooth, flat surfaces of Shaker cabinets make them easy to clean and maintain. Their straightforward design reduces the risk of dust and debris accumulation, simplifying the cleaning process.
Give them a regular dusting then use a damp cloth and mild soap for an occasional deep clean.
Shaker Cabinet Customization Options
While Shaker cabinets have a signature look, they can be customized to suit individual preferences. You can choose different finishes, colors, and hardware options to personalize the cabinets and match your overall design scheme.
Variations on the Shaker cabinet offer a hint of detailing without taking away from classic Shaker look. It’s a perfect fit to add some additional personality to your space.
Shaker Cabinet Availability
Shaker cabinets are widely available from various manufacturers and suppliers. They are a popular choice in the cabinetry market, so finding options in different price ranges and materials should be relatively easy.
Take advantage of RTA Cabinet Store’s Quick Ship Guarantee® and get your Shaker cabinets shipped from our facility in 3 business days.
Shaker cabinets are often considered a mid-range option in terms of pricing. While the cost may vary depending on factors like materials, finishes, and customization, they are generally more affordable compared to highly ornate or custom-designed cabinets.
Get additional savings with ready-to-assemble cabinets that you assemble and install yourself. It’s easy to do plus the most affordable way to go. Or, for a minimal fee, get your cabinets assembled by our pros.
Find Your Favorite Shaker Style
Shaker cabinets come in many different styles and colors. Let us help you narrow down your search.
Wood Shaker Cabinets
The combination of solid wood and Shaker style is the original favorite. They add a more rustic look to your kitchen and include natural wood grain with knots and variations that come with wood.
Somewhere between beige and gray, greige is an on-trend color that has versatility and warmth. They come in varying shades with some tending toward darker grays and some nearly white.
Check out Springfield Shaker for a barely-there color that’s right on trend. Weston Sand Shaker is one of our bestsellers and has a stronger greige color that’s still understated.
White Shaker Cabinets
White has been the Shaker cabinet to have for the last decade. The clean lines and fresh color introduce a light yet grounded style in a bright and modern way.
Green is the new favorite cabinet color. The sage-based colors are understated enough to have staying power yet offer a bit of color that sets a design apart.
Beautiful Timber Green Shaker cabinets are excellent for transitional, modern, or classic designs.
Blue Shaker Cabinets
Up and coming favorite, deep blue shaker cabinets are quickly rising to the top for on-trend kitchens. Neutral enough to not be trendy and unique enough to make a statement, navy blues and midnight blues make a great addition to the kitchen.
Gray has been the standard cabinet color alongside white for generations of kitchens. It’s never dated and goes with everything.
For a deeper shade go with Stone Grey or Storm Grey Shaker cabinets. Lighter options include a dove gray Gunnison Shaker and Gainsboro Gray. For something with a bit of variation (a wood look style) try Florence Slate or Smokey Grey.
Detailed Shaker Cabinets
Most Shaker cabinets have a straightforward trim around the outside edge of the cabinet but some add a hint of detail.
All of our Florence Shaker line features a slim outline on the inside of the door that, on closer inspection, has a bit of ornamentation that sets them apart. Gainsboro Gray and Ostland White have similar design.
Thicker and Thinner Trim Shaker Cabinets
While all Shaker cabinets follow the same pattern, some have wider or narrower framing around the door. Minimalists appreciate the thinner trim and the thicker trim adds more oomph to the kitchen.
Skinny Shaker styles have the narrowest trim of any Shaker style. It’s a modern take on the Shaker perfect for mid-century modern or contemporary design.
There are two basic construction options when it comes to the drawer fronts that come with your cabinets. The 5-piece drawers look just like the traditional shaker door. The slab version is a single piece of wood with no trim on the drawer.
Shaker cabinets offer a timeless and versatile option for cabinetry, combining simplicity, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Whether you’re looking for a classic or contemporary style, they can be a great choice for your home.