What Are Custom Cabinet Doors?

Custom cabinet doors are built-to-order components crafted to fit your specific dimensions, style preferences, and wood selections. Unlike mass-produced options, our custom doors provide superior quality, finish options, and fit perfectly with your cabinetry plans. Whether you're remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, or built-in furniture, custom cabinet doors ensure a perfect match to your design vision.

Types and Styles of Cabinet Doors

Shaker Style: Clean lines and timeless simplicity, perfect for contemporary or transitional interiors.
Raised Panel: Adds dimension and classic charm, commonly seen in traditional kitchens.
Recessed Panel: Offers a modern and sleek look with minimal detailing.
Beadboard: Ideal for rustic, cottage, or farmhouse styles with vertical panel detailing.
Slab Doors: Flat, modern, and minimalist — great for modern and Scandinavian design styles.

Materials We Use

We take pride in using only premium, sustainably sourced hardwoods and composites:

Maple: Smooth grain, great for painting.
Red and White Oak: Strong, traditional hardwood with visible grain.
Cherry: Rich color that deepens with age.
Alder: Light, workable wood with subtle grain.
Birch: Durable, economical, and paint-friendly.
MDF (for paint-grade): Ultra-smooth and stable for painted finishes.

The History of Cabinet Doors

Cabinet doors have a rich history dating back centuries. Originating in medieval Europe, cabinet-making evolved with architectural trends. In colonial America, furniture artisans created bespoke cabinetry, giving rise to distinctive regional styles. Over time, machinery improved efficiency, but custom craftsmanship remains a hallmark of quality cabinetry. Today, DoorsReady.com honors these traditions by handcrafting each door with care and precision in the USA.

Craftsmanship and How They're Made

Selection of premium wood based on your order.
Precision milling of rails, stiles, and panels using CNC and traditional tools.
Assembly using robust joinery (mortise and tenon or cope-and-stick).
Optional edge profiling and panel detailing.
Sanding and quality check before shipping or finishing.

Joinery Techniques

Mortise and Tenon: A classic woodworking technique offering exceptional strength.
Cope and Stick: Ideal for panel doors, allows decorative edge profiles.
Dowel Joinery: Useful for MDF and composite materials.

Edge Profiles and Finishes

Choose from square edge, eased edge, ogee, Roman, or custom profiles. We offer unfinished, paint-grade, and stain-grade options. You can request your doors ready for finishing or opt to do it yourself. Our doors come fully sanded and prepared for your selected treatment.

How to Measure for Custom Cabinet Doors

Measuring correctly is key to a flawless installation. Here's how to measure accurately for your new doors:

Use a steel measuring tape and record width x height in inches.
Measure the cabinet opening and add overlay if needed (typical: 0.5" on each side).
Account for reveals if installing inset doors.
Label each measurement clearly, especially for doors with differing dimensions.
Double-check measurements before placing your order.

Need help? Visit our resources section on DoorsReady.com or contact us directly for assistance with your layout and measurement plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to receive custom cabinet doors?

Lead times are typically 2–4 weeks. We provide estimated delivery timelines based on wood species, finish, and quantity ordered.

Can I paint or stain the doors myself?

Absolutely. All our unfinished custom cabinet doors are delivered sanded and ready for your desired paint or stain. We also offer factory-prepared paint-grade and stain-grade options.

Do you ship custom cabinet doors nationwide?

Yes. We ship our custom cabinet doors anywhere in the contiguous U.S., using insured carriers and reinforced packaging to ensure safe arrival.

Can I order a single replacement door?

Yes! Whether replacing one door or renovating your whole kitchen, we provide the same level of care and precision for every order.