Solid wood kitchen fronts and worktops
The most beautiful wooden kitchen fronts shop at DroomHout. We make the kitchen fronts from solid wood and exactly so that they fit on your kitchen cabinets. Wooden kitchens give a luxurious look and a warm atmosphere. Standard sizes or custom, DroomHout makes it so that it fits. The assembly is then done by yourself and is easy.
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You can always drop by our showroom in Utrecht to view the options for kitchen fronts.
We have an IKEA METOD kitchen and our solid wood fronts are placed on it. In different finishes and with structure in slats. Our wooden kitchen also has a wooden worktop . Combine the two in solid wood and then you see that a completely wooden kitchen also looks great. This is what our loyal customers Jade and Tim did, which resulted in a very cool kitchen, you can see this in our blog Kitchen island of oak is trending! .
Solid wood kitchen fronts and worktops
Solid wood kitchen fronts and worktops are totally hip and the trend of the moment. Do you want a completely new kitchen or just replace your kitchen fronts, for example your IKEA kitchen? In both cases, solid wood kitchen fronts give your kitchen a maximum natural look and the luxurious appearance of an atmospheric kitchen. Moreover, wood is a sustainable choice and solid wood kitchen fronts contribute to a natural atmosphere in your kitchen. Whether you have a sleek living style, rural, Scandinavian, basic, vintage, Japandi, classic or eclectic, solid wood kitchen fronts match any interior. You can adapt your fronts exactly to your style. How? You can read that further on. Your kitchen is a space where you are every day and where you therefore enjoy every day. And what's more, the kitchen is increasingly part of the living room, so you also want a stylish look here. A beautiful kitchen with real wooden fronts that make you happy is therefore worth it.
IKEA kitchen hack with solid wood kitchen fronts
How does the IKEA kitchen hack work? Design your kitchen fronts and worktops with the IKEA kitchen planner, order it and only leave out the fronts. Send us your IKEA kitchen plan and we will take care of the rest, because we know exactly what you need. We know the standard IKEA sizes and we know which cut-outs are needed. This way, your solid wood kitchen front always fits exactly. You just click them on. And if you still need a fitting strip, side panel and/or skirting board, no problem, we can simply supply them. Also in beautiful solid wood, so that it matches your fronts. And, we do more IKEA hacks , your TV furniture or play corner for the children also provided with a beautiful DroomHout shelf so that the beautiful wood comes back in the rest of your living room? It is all possible at DroomHout.
Wood look kitchen or would you prefer solid?
Wooden kitchen fronts and worktops have a cozy, warm look. You could also opt for the look of wooden fronts by choosing a wood-look finish. A front is then basically made of MDF or multiplex and then has a wood-look veneer top layer with a wood structure. The advantage is that it is relatively cheap compared to solid wood. The disadvantage is that if there is damage to your front, there is no other option than to replace the front. That is the nice thing about solid wood, you can endlessly renovate it or even give it a different look by sanding it and oiling or lacquering it in a different color. Ultimately, with real wood you also have a more sustainable wooden kitchen. In addition, each piece of wood has its own pattern, so you have a truly unique kitchen when you choose solid wood.
Wooden kitchen cabinets and drawers
Kitchen cabinet fronts made of solid wood give your entire kitchen a chic look. This makes your kitchen fronts and worktops look like a completely solid wood kitchen. It does not matter what the interior cabinets are made of, the fronts make the difference. It is also possible to mask the side panels of the kitchen with solid wood panels. This way your kitchen looks like a completely solid wood kitchen.
Hinge holes and drillings for drawer fronts
We can also mill your hinge holes and drill holes for drawer fronts. If it is a standard IKEA kitchen, we simply mill the standard hinges and drill holes, if it is a different kitchen, we would like to have the old kitchen fronts here, so that we can recreate them. This way you can easily mount your fronts yourself at home.
Material kitchen fronts and tops
In any case, we make the kitchen fronts and tops from whole panels with continuous slats. We supply European oak as standard, but you can also contact us for other types of wood, such as American walnut. Oak is a popular type of wood and do you know why? Oak is a versatile type of wood: if you opt for a robust look and a more rural style, then the oak has more knots and more drawing. Or do you like calm and sleek? Then we make your fronts with our oak in average rustic wood.
In any case, we make the fronts from whole panels with continuous slats. This way, your wood grain continues nicely into a next front. In every kitchen front, door or drawer, we make a milled L-profile in the back.
This steel profile provides extra stability and prevents any movement of the wood. We seal the knots as standard, so that no dirt can get in and your fronts feel nice and smooth. Do you want to keep the knots open? No problem, just let us know.
How is my kitchen front protected?
The choice for the finish of the solid oak kitchen doors and kitchen drawers is very diverse. You can choose light oak, with this you create a natural look in your kitchen. We then varnish the wood with our strong matt clear varnish. Our warm oak kitchen fronts have a paintable natural oil and matt varnish as a finish. This gives a completely different look, it gives an even more wood feeling.
Also colours like white, grey or brown are possible. This finish looks like stained wood, but it is not, we add a colour pigment to our paintable oil and finish again with the matt finish.
The matt lacquer, possibly combined with oil, ensures that no moisture can penetrate the fronts. Any stains can easily be wiped off your kitchen doors with just a damp cloth. We can also supply your fronts in opaque black where you can still see the wood grain through the black. A cool trendy kitchen with matt black kitchen fronts, also a nice choice.
Tips for new kitchen fronts and worktops: slatted fronts
Are you thinking about new kitchen fronts in your existing kitchen? You can give your kitchen a nice upgrade with just new kitchen fronts. What is really trendy now is the kitchen with slatted fronts. The solid fronts then get a slatted structure, the groove in the wood then looks like a loose slat. The width of the slat is standard 2 cm by half a cm, but the fronts are also available with a wider or narrower slatted structure.
Furthermore, we make most kitchen fronts with a vertical grain structure, but if you find a horizontal grain direction more beautiful or more suitable in your kitchen, for example when you have more drawers, then this is also possible. The wood grain then also continues nicely in the next front.
Advantages and disadvantages of wooden kitchen fronts and tops
Wooden kitchen fronts create a warm and natural atmosphere in your kitchen. In a sleek industrial interior with, for example, a cast floor and worktops in a cool colour, you can distinguish yourself by choosing wooden kitchen fronts or a wooden worktop. Combining your kitchen fronts with wooden worktops is also possible. A completely solid wooden kitchen, so cool! Of course, the mix of wood with a kitchen top in natural stone or marble also has its charm.
What are the disadvantages of solid wood kitchen fronts and worktops? If you do not protect the fronts properly with a good matt clear varnish, there is a chance that the wood will expand because moisture would penetrate the wood. Fortunately, we use a good matt clear varnish that protects against warping, stains and discolouration. Maintenance is also minimal due to this treatment with varnish. You use a damp cloth to wipe away any stains, otherwise your fronts do not require regular maintenance. And just like fronts made of other materials, a wooden kitchen front is also sensitive to sharp or hard objects. The nice thing about solid wood is that you can simply repair a dent or scratch. You sand your front again and varnish it and then the front is as good as new. No other material can compete with that. The price of real wood fronts is somewhat higher than a kitchen front from IKEA. On the other hand, you invest in kitchen fronts that last year after year and are therefore sustainable.
Wooden kitchen fronts in your kitchen – can I do it myself?
Once you have made the choice to go for new or replacement kitchen fronts and worktops, you naturally want to know quickly what that will cost. The dimensions of our online offered fronts are based on the IKEA METOD kitchen system, an IKEA basis. Please note: our wooden kitchen fronts fit all kitchens! Whether it is a new or an existing kitchen. The dimensions are usually quite standard. This means that a wooden kitchen front for an IKEA METOD kitchen, for example, has the same dimensions as a wooden kitchen front for a Poggenpohl kitchen.
On our page How to order kitchen fronts? You will find a complete checklist that you can follow.
Net versus gross dimensions of kitchen fronts and tops
With all kitchen brands, your kitchen front will be slightly smaller than the specified size. Exactly 3 mm to be precise. That is the narrow seam between your kitchen fronts to ensure a good fit. You can already order the standard sizes of solid wood kitchen fronts online from us. If you have a different size or could use some advice, you are of course also very welcome. It would be great if you had a appointment makes, then you are assured of our time. We will design your kitchen together and together we will create your dream kitchen. See you soon?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes, DroomHout kitchen fronts fit on various types of cabinets, including those from popular brands such as IKEA. This makes them a versatile option for anyone who wants to replace (kitchen) fronts on their existing (kitchen) cabinets. Contact us for specific customization options. We will then create a front scheme for the new (kitchen) fronts you want. Are you now finding it all very exciting and do you not know how to measure it properly? You can also supply your old fronts, so that we can use them as underlays. Then you know for sure that everything is perfectly tailored.
Clean them regularly with a soft, damp cloth and a mild detergent if necessary. Do not use abrasives or scouring pads that may damage the finish. Wipe away any spilled water to avoid water marks and damage to the wood. For a detailed explanation of the perfect maintenance of wooden fronts, you can also take a look at our blog post: Caring for wooden kitchen fronts and worktops. Or consult our team for specific maintenance instructions for different finishes.
Absolutely! DroomHout kitchen fronts are designed for a wide range of kitchen styles, from modern to traditional. Our selection includes different materials and finishes, so customers can choose options that best match their design preferences and existing kitchen design. For example, go for a slatted structure to give that extra touch to your kitchen.
You can install the DroomHout kitchen fronts yourself if you have the basic skills and tools. However, for a precise fit and an optimal result, especially with custom or complex configurations, it may be useful to call in professional help.
Yes, our kitchen fronts are designed to easily replace kitchen doors on most standard kitchen cabinets. Simply measure your current doors and choose from our range of custom kitchen fronts to give your kitchen a fresh new look.
Replacing kitchen doors with DroomHout fronts is a simple process, designed to fit seamlessly onto existing kitchen cabinets. Detailed installation instructions are included and our fronts are pre-drilled for easy fitting.
To replace kitchen doors, you will need to measure the height, width, and hinge placement of your current doors. Be sure to check our size chart on the product page or contact us for help selecting the correct dimensions.
While our kitchen fronts do not come with hinges or hardware as standard, they are pre-drilled for easy installation with standard hinges. If you have specific hardware needs, we can recommend compatible options to help you replace kitchen doors efficiently.
Our kitchen fronts are built to last and are designed to withstand daily use in the kitchen. When you replace doors with DroomHout, you are investing in high-quality, durable materials that provide long-term value.
