Top 10 Custom IKEA Cabinet Door Trends For 2023

Custom IKEA cabinet doors are becoming more and more popular for folks wanting to add a high end or unique finish to their IKEA kitchen cabinets. In this article you'll discover some of the top trends for 2023. Here's an outline of the finishes: 

1. How To Prepare For Using Custom Doors for Your IKEA Kitchen Cabinets

2. Matte Finishes are IN

3. Concrete: Industrial Luxury

4. Italian Wood Grain Finishes

5. Grain Matching: Cleaner Lines, Higher End Look

6. Metallic: Rose Gold Anyone?

1. How To Prepare For Using Custom Doors For Your IKEA Kitchen Cabinets

The preparation & design of your IKEA kitchen is the most important thing when using custom doors. Because your doors are "custom" you wont be able to return them if you make a mistake. We highly recommend using a professional designer that is familiar with IKEA's products. If you want to tackle designing your IKEA kitchen, here are a few things you need to incorporate into your design: 

Design your kitchen with 3" fillers against every wall (especially if you have your fridge next to a wall) and in every corner. If you don't have an appliance against a wall you can get away with 1.5"-2" fillers. But start with 3 and adjust from there. 
If you've designed your kitchen in the IKEA planner you will have to accomadate for the increased thickness that comes from using custom panels. Most custom doors and panels are 3/4" thick. IKEA's panels range from 1/2" to 5/8". It may not sound like a lot but it can mess up your design. 
Design your kitchen with the largest cabinets possible. Place your range, oven cabinets & sink first then build out with the largest cabinets from there. This will do a couple of things: 1. Give you a high end European design and 2. Will save you some money.

The savings come from this example: 1 36" wide 3 drawer base cabinet is less expensive than 2 18" wide base cabinets. See the example below. 

2 18" Base Cabinets: $774
Approx Assembly & Installation Cost: $500
Total: $1,274

1 36" Base Cabinets: $660
Approx Assembly & Installation Cost: $250
Total: $910

Total Price Difference: $364

And this difference is just on one cabinet. Do this throughout an entire kitchen and you could be saving a few hundred to a few thousand dollars on your IKEA kitchen cabinet purchase. That difference is price could go towards purchasing higher end custom IKEA cabinet doors. 

When designing, keep your cabinets away from the ceiling. Its a cleaner look (helps the kitchen breathe visually) and you sale money by not having to purchase top moldings nor having to pay your installer to scribe moldings to an uneven ceiling.

If you'd like us to design your IKEA kitchen using our custom doors you can click the "Get A Free Quote Now" button on this page and fill out the form

2. Matte Finishes Are IN For 2023

If you're looking to add a high end look with custom IKEA cabinet doors then using a silky matte lacquer finish should be your first choice. Matte lacquer doors feel like silk and many of them have a scratch resistant UV coating to make sure that they'll last for years, wont fade from sun light over time, and protect against scratches from everyday use. 

Using custom matte lacquer doors for IKEA kitchen cabinets can provide several benefits, including:

Durability: Matte lacquer is a hard-wearing finish that can withstand daily wear and tear and is resistant to scratches, chips, and stains.

Easy to Clean: Matte lacquer is easy to clean and maintain, which makes it a great choice for kitchen cabinets.

Aesthetics: Matte lacquer gives a sleek, modern look to IKEA kitchen cabinets and can be custom-made to match the specific design of your kitchen.

Customization: Custom matte lacquer doors allow you to create a unique look for your kitchen cabinets, which can set your kitchen apart from others and make it more personalized to your taste.

Overall, custom matte lacquer doors can be a great choice for IKEA kitchen cabinets, providing durability, easy maintenance, and a sleek and modern look.

Check Out Our Nitro Matte & Fenix Matte Collections

3. Concrete: Industrial  Luxury

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Concrete-look cabinets are a growing trend in interior design, particularly in kitchen and bathroom spaces. These cabinets offer a modern and industrial feel, while also being durable and low-maintenance.

One of the reasons for the popularity of concrete-look custom IKEA cabinet doors is the growing interest in industrial design elements. The raw and unfinished look of concrete, with its rough texture and natural color variations, adds a unique and distinct character to any space. Additionally, concrete-look cabinets can be paired with a variety of other design elements, such as stainless steel appliances, natural wood accents, and bold colored walls, to create a cohesive and stylish look.

Another advantage of concrete-look cabinets is that they are durable and low-maintenance. Concrete is a hard and solid material that is resistant to scratches, dings, and stains. It is also easy to clean and maintain, making it a great option for high-traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms.

There are different ways of achieving the concrete look, it can be done with concrete overlay, concrete paint, or purchasing ready made concrete looking cabinet doors. So, it can also be a budget-friendly option as you can achieve this look on existing cabinets.

Overall, concrete-look cabinets are a stylish and functional design trend that is gaining popularity in kitchen and bathroom spaces. They offer a unique and industrial look, while also being durable and low-maintenance.

4. Italian Wood Grain Finishes

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Custom Italian wood grain finishes for IKEA kitchen cabinets are a luxurious and high-end option for homeowners looking to customize their kitchen. These finishes are created by skilled artisans using traditional techniques, and can be customized to match the specific style and design of your kitchen.

One of the main benefits of custom Italian wood grain finishes is that they offer a level of quality and craftsmanship that is not found in standard cabinet finishes. The wood grain patterns are created by hand, and the colors and tones are carefully selected to create a cohesive and natural look.

Another advantage of custom Italian wood grain finishes for your custom IKEA cabinet doors is that they're highly durable and long-lasting. They are created using high-quality materials and finished with a protective coating that helps to prevent scratches, dings, and other types of damage.

Overall, custom Italian wood grain finishes for IKEA kitchen cabinets are a luxurious and high-end option that offer a level of quality and craftsmanship that is not found in standard cabinet finishes. They are durable and long-lasting, but can be more expensive than other options.

Check Out Our Saviola & SM'art Italian Wood Grain Collections

5. Grain Matching: Cleaner Lines, Higher End Look

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Grain matching cabinet doors in an IKEA kitchen creates a cohesive and seamless look. By matching the wood grain patterns on all of the cabinet doors, the kitchen has a more polished and finished appearance. This can be especially important in a modern kitchen where the focus is often on clean lines and minimalism.

Second, grain matching cabinet doors can enhance the natural beauty of the wood. The natural variations and patterns in the wood grain can be highlighted when the doors are matched, creating a warm and inviting space.

Third, it can also add value to your kitchen. A kitchen with grain matched cabinet doors can be seen as a higher-end feature, which can increase the overall value of your home.

Fourth, it can also improve durability. When the wood grain patterns are matched, it can make the doors look more uniform, which can help to hide any small dings, scratches or imperfections.

It's important to note that grain matching is a process that involves selecting the right wood and making sure that the grain patterns match across all the doors. This can be a time-consuming and costly process, but the result can be a beautiful and unique kitchen.

6. Metallic: Rose Gold Anyone?

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Metallic custom doors for IKEA cabinets are a stylish and modern option for homeowners looking to give their kitchen a unique and high-end look. These doors are available in a variety of metallic finishes, including rose gold, white gold, silver, and titanium.

One of the main benefits of metallic custom doors for IKEA cabinets is that they can add a sense of luxury and elegance to the kitchen. The metallic finishes, such as rose gold and white gold, can create a warm and inviting space, while silver and titanium offer a more sleek and modern look.

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titanium

Check Out Our Metalica Collection

Another advantage of metallic custom doors is that they are highly durable and long-lasting. The metallic finishes are typically applied over a solid wood substrate, which provides an additional layer of protection against scratches, dings, and other types of damage. Additionally, the metallic finish can be applied with a clear coat that can resist to wear and tear.

It's important to note that custom metallic doors can be more expensive than other options.

In conclusion, metallic custom doors for IKEA cabinets are a stylish and modern option that can add a sense of luxury and elegance to the kitchen. They are available in a variety of metallic finishes such as rose gold, white gold, silver and titanium, and are highly durable and long-lasting. They can be more expensive than other options and hard to find but the final outcome can be a beautiful and unique kitchen.

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