A Guide to Ordering New Furniture Doors
Measuring Your Existing Doors
Having accurate measurements is crucial for finding the perfect replacement doors. Here’s what you need to do:
1. Sketch it out
Get started by drawing a simple layout of your room. Include the location of drawers and mark each door and drawer with a number. This numbered plan will make referencing specific doors much easier later.
2. Check Cabinet & drawer condition
While replacing doors can refresh your space, it’s important to assess the overall condition of your cabinets and drawers. Are there any warped panels, loose hinges, or broken drawer runners? If they’re damaged or require significant repairs, replacing the entire unit might be a better solution. Luckily, we offer replacement cabinets and drawer boxes on our website!
3. Hinge health check
Consider the state of your existing hinges. Do they open and close smoothly, or are they noisy and showing signs of wear and tear? Upgrading to soft-close hinges can significantly improve the feel and functionality of your cabinets. Soft-close hinges minimise noise and create a more luxurious feel when closing doors. We offer a wide selection of soft-close hinges to align with your budget.
4. Measure the Back for Accuracy
To ensure an exact fit, always measure the reverse side of your existing doors in millimetres (mm). Kitchen doors often have bevelled or rounded edges that can impact measurements taken from the front. Use a steel ruler or a measuring tape with a straight edge for the most accurate results.
Our doors can be ordered pre-drilled. See our guidance sheet to help you decide on the number of hinges you will require and the hole dimensions.
Choosing the Perfect New Doors
Now that you have accurate measurements, it’s time to explore the exciting range of door options!
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Size: Most doors come in standard sizes to fit typical cabinets. We offer a variety of standard width and height options, however, we understand that sometimes a customised approach is necessary. That’s why we offer made-to-measure options for a perfect fit and a truly personalised look.
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Style and colour: Unleash your inner designer! Browse our extensive selection of high-quality doors available in various styles, materials, and finishes. Choose from sleek modern styles, timeless shaker profiles, or classic raised panel designs. We offer doors in vinyl, acrylic, or hand-painted finishes.
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Pre-drilled convenience: Simplify installation by ordering your doors pre-drilled. Our guidance sheet helps you determine the number and placement of hinges you’ll need for a seamless fit. Pre-drilled doors eliminate the guesswork and ensure proper hinge placement for optimal functionality.
- Glazed options: Adding a touch of elegance and light? We offer doors with beautiful glass or mirror insets. We love clear glass for showcasing a contemporary look, frosted glass for a touch of privacy, or even textured glass for a unique design element.
Beyond Doors: Completing Your Project
New doors are just the beginning! We have a range of options for everything you need to complete your project
- Worktops: From meal prep to storage, a durable and stylish worktop is essential. Explore our extensive selection of styles to suit your needs, taste, and budget. We offer laminate to solid wood worktops in a variety of colours. Have a look at our laminate and oak worktop installation guide for more information.
- Extensive range of accessories: Furniture Doors is your one-stop shop for all project essentials. Find replacement cabinets, panels (perfect for doubling up as shelves!), worktops, plinths (the baseboard that covers the gap between the floor and cabinets), pelmets (decorative mouldings placed above cabinets), cornices (decorative mouldings placed at the top of cabinets), handles, hinges, storage solutions, and more.
Need Help? We’re Here for You!
We understand that DIY projects come with questions. Numerous YouTube videos offer valuable installation tutorials. For further assistance or customised advice, feel free to get in touch with us via phone, e-mail or by filling out our contact form. We’re always happy to help! Our friendly customer service team can answer your questions, provide recommendations, and guide you through the entire process of transforming your kitchen, bedroom or office.