Choosing the right Shaker door can feel like a minefield with so many variations on the market. From traditional beaded doors available to the ultra-modern "skinny" Shaker, their are so many amazing choices out there but how do you choose?

In this episode of the Love Your Kitchen podcast, host Faye Newman is at the Burbidge Kitchens showroom to break down seven distinct Shaker styles. Whether you’re dreaming of a luxury in-frame country look or a minimalist Scandi-inspired space, this guide will help you compare profiles, understand technical terms like lay-on vs. in-frame and pick the perfect door for your renovation.

What We Cover This Week

1. Understanding the most common Shaker construction and how it maximises cabinet space.
2. A comparison between chunky frames with ornate beading (like the Finsbury) and seamless, slimline designs (like the Fenton).
3. Why this an in-frame kitchen style is the hallmark of bespoke joinery and how it elevates a design.
4. How to get the high-end look of an in-frame kitchen without the inflated cost or loss of internal storage.
5. How to use reeded glass, T&G (Tongue and Groove) panels, and vertical grooves to add personality to a neutral palette.

Best Moments

"Shaker style has been around for 300+ years. It’s a timeless classic, but it’s the size of the framework and your hardware choices that really change the look."

"If you’ve got a galley kitchen or a smaller space, go for the smallest Shaker rail possible. It creates the illusion of more width and height in the door recess."

"The beauty of a skinny Shaker is leaning into the materials. You don’t need fancy cornices when you have beautiful natural textures like oak or reeded finishes."

About the Showroom: Burbidge Kitchens

This episode was filmed at the Burbidge Kitchens showroom. Burbidge is a premium UK door and furniture manufacturer known for their unique stock colours and innovative takes on traditional Joinery.

About Your Host: Faye Newman

Faye Newman is a freelance Kitchen Designer with over 9 years of industry experience. She specialises in helping homeowners navigate the endless choices of a renovation to create functional, beautiful hearts for their homes.

Extra Resources

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