Shaker Style Cabinet

How to Choose a Shaker Style Cabinet for Your Space

Start with your layout and budget. Measure your cabinet openings to determine the configuration that best fits your room. For a DIY project, ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinets arrive flat-packed, offering substantial cost savings and straightforward assembly. Look for sturdy boxes, smooth-running drawers, and a door finish you like in your own lighting.

A Shaker-style cabinet has a simple frame around a recessed center panel. That clean look works with natural wood, painted finishes, and many kinds of hardware. I’m Hayden Ellis, and I’ll walk you through the features that matter before you choose.