Design/Style ideas for Replacement Kitchen Doors + Worktops

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

Hi
Everyone

I need
some design and style ideas for my large kitchen, as I am bit challenged in the
'styles' and 'ideas' department ;-)

Currently
the kitchen looks like this:

Apart
from the door fronts and worktops being worn and marked, I just feel there is
way too much wood going on. I may
consider another wood worktop, but ideally I would go for something low- or no-
maintenance.

I would
prefer not to replace the blue mosaic tiles, or the solid oak floor, as both in
good condition. The white goods + ovens,
hob and extractor fan will also remain as is.
So I need colour and style ideas for new door fronts and new worktops.

I have a
budget of around £5,000, but I will need worktop fitting included in that cost
as well. Replacement doors I can
probably cope with fitting myself.

Featured Answer

temple274

6 years ago

If you'd like some colour why not paint the doors using a filler on any chips and the handle holes if you fancy new handles or knobs. Rub down the work surface well then reseal with a quality worktop oil.

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Comments (14)

honeypoppet
6 years ago
Hi Eva,

I agree totally with you that there's too much of the same colour wood going on! If I were you I'd be tempted to either paint/restain the cabinets or to work them so they look more rustic. Do you know if they are solid wood or MDF? If they are MDF painting is probably your only option. I love the idea of upcycling your cabinets as it gives the rest of your budget for the worktop and/or any other updates you need.

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For paint colours I'd go with Navy, White or some shade of Blue probably, bearing in mind the colours of the floor and tiles. I probably would chose a composite or hard-wearing granite worktop myself, but if you prefer wood then by all means that would still work.

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Hope this helps you!
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Eva Sundman
Original Author
6 years ago
I really like some of these style ideas - and I don't have an issue with refurbing/reusing the current doors. They are beach veneer on chipboard from memory, they are the old style Ikea kitchen doors.

But the main issue is I could not possibly attempt this door repaint project myself - are there companies or tradesmen that would take on a job like that? Like, from beginning to end, the complete job ?
Sonia
6 years ago
Hi Eva, as has been said already, those cupboards are ripe for painting. There are companies who specifically do this by spraying them. One of the stories on Houzz this week show a kitchen that had resprayed units (or was it in a house magazine?) and it looks fab. I don't have any contacts but I'm sure Houzz must have! I would not have wood worktops. I have solid oak, and they have got scratched and dented over the years, despite oiling them regularly. There is a bit near my sink that is going black, so I will have to sand it down and oil it again. Wood and water just don't mix. I've heart quartz and granite are very hardwearing, pricey but worth it. I love the tiles, I have a soft spot for mosaic tiles and the floor is gorgeous. Wishing you lots of luck.
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PRO
Solid Furniture Design
6 years ago
Hi Eva Sundman,

Our company specialize in designing and making truly bespoke kitchens & Wardrobes. There is also a option of buying high quality hand made kitchen doors.

Please contact us if you are interested.

Kind Regards,

Patrick,

A&S Kitchen Wardrobe
PRO
Create Perfect
6 years ago
Hi Eva Sundman,

I would personally paint the units and change the worktop. It depends on the style you want to achieve but maybe going for a dark grey and then a white work top or you could go for a very light white or grey for the units.

I have added a few images below to give you an idea of the sort of thing you could have and how it then breaks up the wood. Do any of them appeal to you?

Light Grey

White

Very Light Blue

Dark grey (white worktop)
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obobble
6 years ago
Forzaitalia
If you use Oxalic acid on your oak worktop it will take out the black and reduce the amount of sanding you need to do.
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minnie101
6 years ago
Hi. I agree with recycling cabinets where possible and personal preference would be a dark grey with blue undertone or inky blue depending on the light. However the thing that stands out to me is the size of the hob relative to the base unit. They tend to look better sat on a wider unit. Can the hob be moved to the left at all? (Which may mean potentially removing the tiles). Can you take another pic to the left of the hob? I would also include beading/architrave on that wall unit
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tamp75
6 years ago
You could just replace the doors if that's easier than painting. Lots of companies supply doors only - I'm sure ikea do too which might be easier if you need specific sizes.
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Sonia
6 years ago
Thank you obobble, I'll give that a try!
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A S
6 years ago
Hi,

I would definitely consider repainting the doors (especially if it works out cheaper) and would consider a dark grey with blue undertone to co-ordinate with your tiles whilst cutting between the wood / wood sort colours and shades. I would also change the door handles

if you then would like to go for a wood worktop, I don't think It would look over the top. Alternativly, if you feel that you dont want a high maintenance worktop, I would look at the wood effect laminate worktops, they do vary in quality depending on where you buy but many nowadays are made to be tough and durable and require no additional maintenance except the usual cleans to maintain hygiene.

Good Luck
A x
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Eva Sundman
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks guys - this is really helpful :-)

CreatePerfect - I LOVE those colour schemes, thanks so much !

minnie101 - I do agree with you, it would look better if the unis were wider or fitted better, but it is outside the scope of this project I'm afraid.

tamp75 - yes Ikea do replacement doors, but no longer for this kitchen which is 19 years old! But other replacement doors is still very much on the cards if the painting doesn't work out.

A S. - yes I do like the idea of the grey/blue undertones to offset the warmth of the floor
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6 years ago
Eva Sundman,

If you are interested we could create a quote for bespoke replacement kitchen doors and based on this you could shop around or compare different prices, making sure that you receive a good value of money.

Our doors can be made in over 1500 colors Matt/high gloss/satin or veneer finish.

Slab doors, Shaker doors, handles doors, 45 degree metal handle slab doors.

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Custom Fronts Ltd
6 years ago
Hello, we provide replacement doors and drawer fronts for Ikea cabinets as well as metal topped birch ply worktops (brass, copper, zinc and stainless steel), and would fit within your budget. If you're interested have a look at our profile and website www.customfronts.co.uk. Good luck with the decision!