Kitchen Cabinet Wood Species

We hand-craft our solid wood cabinet doors using the best lumber available in the industry. Whether you’re looking for a cabinet wood species with a prominent grain pattern to complement your interior design, or a wood type that’s more resistant to everyday wear and tear, we have you covered.

Below is a brief overview of the kitchen cabinet wood types available at CabinetDoors.com.

Select Beech

Select Beech features a warm, reddish tone with subtle pink or brown hues and a smooth, even grain ideal for a clean, modern look. It’s a great alternative to Alder, providing a lighter, more refined hardwood option.

Select White Oak

Select White Oak showcases a timeless, straight grain with pale golden tones that bring natural elegance and durability to any design. Its strength and consistent color make it a favorite for both traditional and contemporary cabinetry.

Select Maple

Select maple features a light and creamy color that's paler than other cabinet door wood species. This species typically has a wavy grain pattern and can be easily stained to match other wood types.

Select Alder

Select alder has a reddish-brown hue and a warmer appearance. The grain pattern is even and sometimes features subtle knots or dark streaks. It’s also semi-porous, making it easy to stain with the right prep work.

Select Hickory

This wood species for cabinets is loved for its coarse grain pattern and stunning color range. Select hickory will typically have brown and reddish-brown streaks and even grain lines throughout the wood.

Select Oak

Select oak has a lighter appearance with a pinkish hue. It also has a finer grain pattern and is a more porous wood species that takes stains and finishes easily. Because it lacks natural knots and streaks, it’s a popular choice for a more modern look.

Knotty Alder

Knotty alder features knots of different sizes and shapes. Colors can range from dark brown to reddish brown. This cabinet wood type is a popular choice for home renovation projects because of its versatility and exceptional workability.

Knotty Hickory

Knotty hickory has more streaks and knots than select hickory. The appearance can vary and is ideal for rustic, vintage, or traditional home aesthetics. It’s also more resistant to wear and tear, making it a top choice for high-traffic areas.

Knotty Oak

Knotty oak is a high-quality, durable choice for warm, vibrant kitchens. This cabinet door wood species features knots, streaks, and patches. The colors vary, and the grain pattern has consistent irregularities.

Select Cherry

This cabinet door wood species has a curly grain pattern and a reddish-brown color. This wood type darkens with age and is a great choice for traditional aesthetics.

Paint Grade

Add a pop of color in your home with paint-grade wood. Our paint-grade wood option is made out of poplar. It features a smooth, even surface with no knots and no prominent grain pattern.

Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF)

Medium-density fiberboard typically has a smooth surface with uniform grain patterns and often appears in a light brown hue. It's composed of compressed wood fibers bonded with adhesive resins.