Gallery of Wood Cabinet Doors and wood types
For cabinet makers and contractors, choosing the right wood type is just as important as the finish. This gallery gives you a clear look at how different wood species appear with a clear lacquer, making it easier to compare options and find the right fit for your projects.
Explore cabinet Doors in Various wood types with a Clear Lacquer Finish
Choosing the right cabinet doors goes beyond picking a style. You also need to understand the details behind each wood type and profile. This gallery is designed to help you compare different wood species, lumber cuts, and material grades, all with a clear lacquer finish to highlight their natural beauty.
To get the most out of this gallery, hover over each image for details about the wood species and door style. Below, you’ll learn what this information means and why it matters when selecting cabinet doors for your project.
Profiles: 100 2 P 25
Profiles: 100 9 P 75
Profiles: 100 13 S 47
Profiles: 100 3 B 35
Profiles: 100 10 N 26
Profiles: 100 8-Mod P 75
Profiles: 100 6 P 95
Profiles: 100 6 H 55
Profiles: 100 23-Mod/4 S 76 3"/2.25"
Profiles: 100 13 P 75
Profiles: 100 23 P 79
Profiles: 100 4 P 79
Profiles: 100 13 S 79
Profiles: 100 12 S 77
Profiles: 100 9 S 80
Profiles: 100 12 S (Reversed) 76
Profiles: 100 7 P 65
Profiles: 200 2 A 46
Profiles: 100 2 P 25
Profiles: 100 4-Mod S 75
Profiles: 100 4R S 75 3" Wire Brushed
Profiles: 100 8-Mod/13 S 76 3"/2.25"
Profiles: 100 8 P 76
Profiles: 100 11-Mod P 65 1/4"
Profiles: 100 4-Mod S 75
Profiles: 100 11 P 68 3"
Profiles: 100 22-Mod P 79
Profiles: 100 22 P 76
Profiles: 100 4R S 76
Profiles: 100 13-Mod 75
Profiles: 100 13-Mod S 75
Profiles: 100 4R S 76 2"
Profiles: 100 12 P 65
Profiles: 100 1 S (Beaded 2" Apart, On Center) 45
What Does the Description Of the Cabinet Doors Mean?
Each image includes key details about the cabinet door, but why does this matter and what does it mean? Understanding these descriptions helps you choose the right wood type for your project, clearly communicate specifications to your supplier, and ensure your finished cabinet doors match your expectations. Let’s explore the meaning of these descriptions and how they can guide your selection.
Breaking Down the ‘Wood’ Description for Cabinet Doors
Each cabinet door has up to four details that impact the wood type, appearance and quality. These are the wood species, lumber grade, lumber cut, and material grade.
1. Wood Species for Cabinet Doors
The wood species refers to the specific wood type used in the cabinet door. For example, Maple is a wood species, but different variations can impact the look and feel of your cabinet doors.
2. Lumber Grade for Cabinet Doors
Lumber mills classify wood types based on their natural characteristics. Common lumber grades include knotty or rustic, soft, and hard. For example, you can order Hard Maple, Soft Maple, or Knotty Maple. All three options have slightly different characteristics.
If no lumber grade is listed, that wood species only has one option.
3. Lumber Cut for Cabinet Doors
How the mill cuts the lumber affects grain patterns and overall aesthetics. Some wood types, like White Oak, have multiple cut options. Others, like Maple, have just one lumber cut.
4. Material Grade for Cabinet Doors
Unlike the lumber grade, cabinet door manufacturers assign the material grade based on its visual quality and recommended use.
At Cutting Edge, we have six material grades; knotty, rustic, paint, builder, standard, and select grade.
The material grade and lumber grade can overlap. For example, Knotty Hickory cabinet doors have Knotty as both the lumber and material grade.
Breaking down the 'profile' description for Cabinet Doors
The profile section for each cabinet door includes codes for multiple design elements. Let’s break them down in the order they appear.
You can find downloadable profile drawings on our downloads page.
1. Arch Profile for Cabinet Doors
The arch code is the first piece of information in the profile description. Doors with a square top rail have arch code 100.
Doors with an arched top rail (or arched top and bottom rails) will have a different arch code.
2. Inside Profile for Cabinet Doors
The inside profile code is between one and 24 and affects the shape of the stiles and rails. Not sure what that means? Learn how we build a cabinet door.
Some doors have two numbers separated by a slash – for example, 8-Mod/13. This means the rails have one profile (8-Mod), and the stiles have a different profile (13). Always note the rail profile first and the stile profile second.
3. Panel Profile for Cabinet Doors
The panel profile is a letter and specifies how the center of your door looks. The letter ‘P’ means the center panel is plywood; any other letter means the center panel is solid wood.
4. Outside Profile for Cabinet Doors
A number between 15-87. The outside profile code changes the appearance of the outer edges of the cabinet door.
5. Stile & Rail Width for Cabinet Doors
The stile and rail width refers to the width of the outer frame. We measure that width in inches. Our default stile and rail width for most profiles is 2.25″; you can request wider or narrower stiles and rails.
You can also combine different stile and rail widths. In this case, note the rail widths first and the stile widths second – for example, 2.25″/3″.
6. Rustic Treatment for Cabinet Doors
If we added extra character to the doors, like wire brushing or rough sawing, we note that at the end of the profile description.
Below are two example doors showing where each profile code applies.
Why Understanding Wood Types & Profiles Matters for Cabinet Doors
Selecting the right cabinet doors means knowing exactly what you’re getting. By understanding the differences in wood types, lumber grades, and profiles, you can:
✔ Avoid miscommunication with your supplier
✔ Ensure your cabinet doors match the sample you loved
✔ Customize your cabinet doors with confidence
For example, if you love a Shaker-style cabinet door (100 4 P 75) but want a different outside profile, you can request a change—without affecting the rest of the design.
Need help choosing the right cabinet doors? Explore the gallery, take notes of what you like (or don’t like), and reach out with any questions!
