Custom Cabinet Door Ordering Guide | Cabinet Doors Plus
Ordering custom cabinet doors online does not have to feel complicated.
At Cabinet Doors Plus, the process is designed to walk you through the key decisions step by step so you can choose the right style, material, measurements, and hinge options before placing your order.
This guide explains how the ordering process works and what you should have ready before you begin.
Before You Start
Before ordering, it helps to have a few things figured out in advance:
- the cabinet door style you want
- your wood species or paint-grade preference
- your measurements
- your hinge or boring needs
If you are still deciding on any of those, the order flow will help guide you, but having a basic plan before you begin can make the process smoother.
Step 1: Choose Your Door Style
The first step is selecting the cabinet door style that fits your project. At Cabinet Doors Plus, available styles include options such as:
If you are not sure where to start, Shaker styles are often a reliable choice because they work well across a wide range of kitchens, bathrooms, and cabinetry projects.
The style you choose will shape the overall look of the room, so this is where the design direction begins.
Step 2: Select Your Wood Type
Once you choose a style, the next step is selecting the wood species or paint-grade option that supports the finish you want.
At Cabinet Doors Plus, the available material depends on the product, but in general this step is where you choose the wood that best supports your stain or paint direction.
For painted doors, Maple Paint Grade (MDF Panel) is often a strong option because it helps create a smoother painted surface.
For stained or natural wood looks, the species you choose will influence the tone, grain, and character of the finished door.
Step 3: Choose the Door Configuration
Depending on the style, you may have additional configuration options. For example, some products may offer:
- solid panel doors
- Glass Ready versions
- open-frame or specialty variations
Glass Ready doors are a strong option for upper cabinets or display areas, but keep in mind that glass is not included.
This step helps make sure the door is set up correctly for the role it will play in the cabinetry.
Step 4: Choose How You Want to Input Measurements
Cabinet Doors Plus offers more than one way to enter measurements. You can choose:
- inches and decimals
- inches and fractions
- upload order form
This makes the process more flexible depending on how you prefer to work or how your measurements are already documented.
Step 5: Enter Your Measurements
This is one of the most important parts of the order.
You will enter the width and height for each door based on your cabinet measurements. If you need help, built-in measuring guides and support resources are available directly in the ordering experience.
Take your time here. Accurate measurements are essential for a proper fit.
If you are unsure about the correct size, overlay, or opening dimensions, it is better to pause and verify before moving forward.
Step 6: Select Boring and Hinge Options
Next, choose your hinge boring option.
Boring refers to the small holes drilled into the back of the cabinet door so the hinges can attach correctly. This helps make installation easier and more accurate.
At Cabinet Doors Plus, the hinge-related options currently include:
Boring Only
The door comes pre-drilled for your hinges.
Hinges (Recommended)
This includes:
- 2 Blum Compact Soft Close Hinges
- boring
- installation screws
When you purchase hinges through Cabinet Doors Plus, boring is included at no extra charge.
This is often the easiest and most reliable option because it helps ensure the hinges and the cabinet door prep are working together correctly.
Understanding Overlay
Overlay is another important part of hinge selection.
Overlay refers to how much the cabinet door sits on top of the cabinet frame when closed. The more overlay you choose, the more of the frame the door covers, and the wider the hinge you need.
That is why overlay affects both the look of the cabinet and the hinge option that works with it.
If you are unsure about your overlay, it is worth confirming before placing the order.
Step 7: Name the Door and Set Quantity
Cabinet Doors Plus also allows you to name the door if you want to stay organized.
This is especially helpful when:
- ordering multiple sizes
- ordering for several rooms
- working on a larger project with many cabinet openings
You can then enter the quantity and add additional measurements as needed.
Step 8: Add the Door to the Cart
Once the style, wood species, configuration, measurements, and hinge options are selected, add the item to your cart.
At this point, the main configuration is saved, and you can keep building the order if you have additional doors, drawer fronts, or components to add.
Step 9: Review Your Cart Carefully
Before checking out, review the order details carefully.
This is the best time to confirm:
- style
- wood species
- measurements
- boring and hinge selections
- quantities
A final review can help catch mistakes before production begins.
Step 10: Complete Checkout
When everything looks right, enter your billing and shipping information, review the final order summary, and submit payment.
You will also confirm that your measurements are correct before completing the order.
Support Throughout the Process
If questions come up at any point, you are not on your own.
Cabinet Doors Plus provides:
- built-in guides
- measuring tools
- support resources
- expert customer service
That support matters because ordering cabinet doors is not just about style. It is also about fit, function, and making sure the system works properly once it arrives.
Why Ordering Through Cabinet Doors Plus Can Be Easier
At Cabinet Doors Plus, the ordering process is designed to make custom cabinet door selection more manageable. The system helps guide customers through style, wood species, sizing, hinge boring, and hardware decisions while still allowing flexibility for different project types.
Because the doors are built to order, getting the details right up front is one of the most important parts of the process.
Final Tip
The smoothest orders usually happen when you move carefully, double-check measurements, and make sure style, wood species, and hinge options are aligned before checkout.
That little extra attention up front helps the finished cabinet doors fit, function, and look the way they should.