Type of cabinets

Types of Cabinets: Inset, Full Overlay, Shaker, Flat Panel & More
Selecting the appropriate style of cabinetry stands as the primary design selection for any kitchen or bathroom or built-in furniture project. The selection of your cabinet type controls both visual aesthetics of your space and functional capabilities and budget expenses. Our custom cabinetry shop in Santa Clara creates handmade cabinets in different styles including inset, full overlay, half overlay, flat panel, shaker and slim shaker doors that we adapt to your home's requirements and personal preferences.
Inset Cabinets: Clean, Timeless Craftsmanship
The inset cabinet style features doors and drawers that nest inside the face frame of the cabinet box. The manufacturing process requires exact skills and strict dimensions to create a sophisticated look which adapts to traditional and transitional homes as well as some modern settings. The cabinet style creates a piece of furniture appearance which people choose because of its sophisticated design and enduring charm.
Full Overlay Cabinets: Sleek and Seamless
The door and drawer front components of full overlay cabinets extend past the entire cabinet frame. The design produces a modern aesthetic because it eliminates spaces between adjacent cabinet fronts. Full overlay designs remain among the most sought-after choices for contemporary and transitional homes since they provide complete storage functionality with a cohesive finished look.
The flexibility of full overlay cabinets makes them the preferred choice for new kitchen installations and remodeling projects because they can be used with slab fronts as well as shaker door profiles.
Half Overlay Cabinets: Traditional and Cost-Effective
The cabinet face frame of half overlay designs remains visible through exposure of about 1 inch. This design used to be widespread in traditional homes and provides a budget-friendly alternative for people who want traditional looks without the exact craftsmanship needed for inset cabinetry.
Half overlay cabinets remain modern despite their simpler appearance since the correct door design and hardware selection and finishing touches can enhance their appearance.
Flat Panel (Slab) Cabinets: Minimalist Modern Appeal
Flat panel cabinets known as slab doors create a contemporary aesthetic through their basic minimalist design. The doors of these cabinets have no decorative edges so they fit perfectly into spaces requiring a contemporary aesthetic with plain lines. Flat panel cabinets work well with glossy finishes, wood veneers or matte surfaces and can receive a refined appearance through edge pulls or sleek hardware.
Shaker Style Cabinets: Timeless and Versatile
The five-piece door with recessed center panel defines shaker cabinets as one of the most well-known styles. The shaker style creates a perfect aesthetic for diverse interior styles through its combination of basic elements and refined details which suits both farmhouse and transitional as well as coastal and modern designs. The shaker style represents a sturdy design choice because it remains fashionable beyond trends.
Slim or Skinny Shaker Style: A Modern Twist
The contemporary version of the shaker door is known as slim shaker style which features thinner stiles and rails that surround the panel. The refined door design suits modern kitchens and bathrooms because it adds subtle texture and depth while maintaining minimalist elegance.
Custom Cabinet Styles Built for Your Home
Our team assists clients through all cabinet styles including inset cabinetry and full overlay and slim shaker doors. The Santa Clara shop produces custom cabinetry through precise construction methods while using passionate craftsmanship to match your space requirements and personal style and daily needs.
Schedule an appointment with our team to determine which cabinet style will suit your project best.