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Unveiling New Slim Shaker Cabinet Styles: Alabaster and Ebony

  • Writer: DL Cabinetry
    DL Cabinetry
  • Oct 4, 2024
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jul 18


 Slim Shaker Albaster and Ebony

Introducing our unique Slim Shaker Style cabinets, a perfect blend of flat panel doors and traditional shaker roots. This collection is a perfect source of design inspiration for homeowners, designers, and multi-family projects alike. Available in Slim Shaker Alabaster and Slim Shaker Ebony, these cabinets meet customer preferences and support multi-family projects.


Their unique blend of modern and traditional styles makes them a standout choice for any kitchen. We are excited to add these new designs to our catalog. We believe they will be a great addition to your products.


Need more design inspiration? Our design team is here to help bring your ideas to life—book a free kitchen design consultation today.


Slim Shaker Style


These cabinets seamlessly integrate into modern kitchens cabinetry styles, with sleek, narrow rails and stile that create a slim profile. Slim shaker cabinets are not just a trend but a future staple. They capture about 30% of the market share, with urban areas and markets with limited space expected to account for 60% of their sales. This growing popularity is a testament to their quality and design.


Customer Preferences


About 70% of the surveyed prefer slimmer profiles for contemporary looks. With their sleek and modern design, Slim shaker cabinets perfectly align with this preference. Furthermore, 25% of buyers choose custom features, like integrated handles, which our cabinets can accommodate.


Cabinet Color Trends


The cabinet industry is constantly evolving, and so are the trending cabinet colors. Regarding slim shaker cabinets, neutral shades comprise approximately 40%, while darker shades like black account for 15%.


Future Trends


  • Luxury Pantries - Expansive, walk-in pantries are becoming more sought after. Features like pull-out shelves and spice racks provide easy access to items and keep the area tidy.

  • Fringe Colors - In 2025, kitchens will use more unusual colors, like red and burgundy, to evoke the 90s look and feel. The colors will begin to expand to the perimeter of the kitchen, no longer focused on the island.

  • Hidden Features - Charging stations, pull-out waste bins, and lazy susans are features that make a kitchen practical.

  • Zellige Tile Backsplash - Look for Zellige tile kitchen backsplashes in 2025! These tiles are handmade and made of glazed terracotta. They come from Fez. Zellige tiles are known for their unique differences in texture, color, and shape. They are becoming very popular in kitchens!


Multi-Family Projects

Slim shaker cabinets are the preferred choice in 20% of multi-family developments. Their streamlined design and affordable price make them a reassuring investment, aligning with your budget and design goals. Kitchen cabinet contractors, these door styles are an incredible option for completing these high-traffic kitchens.


Sustainable Materials

More and more people focus on sustainability, from home-building materials to product packaging. Approximately 35% of buyers focus on eco-friendly materials. All DL Cabinetry door styles are Carb2 Compliant. This means they meet safe indoor air quality standards and low formaldehyde emissions.


This guarantees that your customer's customer is beautiful and contributes to sustainable, environmentally friendly living spaces. For more information and answers to common inquiries, download our digital FAQ sheet!


New DL Cabinetry Offerings

We are thrilled to announce the launch of two new cabinet door styles: Slim Shaker Alabaster and Slim Shaker Ebony. These versatile and luxurious styles promote design possibilities, sparking excitement and creativity in your projects.


How to Style Slim Shaker Cabinets


  • Contemporary or Integrated Hardware

  • Keep It Neutral

  • Play with Backsplash Designs

  • Two-Tone Kitchens


Slim Shaker Maintenance Tips

  1. Clean regularly with mild soap and a soft cloth.

  2. Touch up scratches or chips with paint.

  3. Tighten hardware or replace worn-out hardware when/if needed.

  4. Do not slam the cabinet doors and drawers; soft-close hinges will help.

  5. Use cabinet liners to protect the interior of the cabinetry.



Why Partner with DL Cabinetry?


As a DL cabinet distributor, you benefit from over 15 years of experience from a leading cabinet manufacturer. Our 5-star drop shipping service delivers orders on time, every time, providing you with a simple, straightforward shipping process.


In addition, you unlock our nationwide reach with six stores, pickup locations, and an advanced dealer portal. This portal helps cabinet dealers order quickly with SKU numbers. They can also import orders from 2020 and change colors. This saves them time and effort. They can also get bulk shipping quotes, change shipping methods, and merge quotes, making the ordering and shipping more efficient.




Key Takeaways

Slim Shaker cabinets represent the future of cabinetry in residential and multi-family spaces. Launching these styles will meet the increasing demand for contemporary, space-efficient designs. Partner with DL Cabinetry today, and together, let's build kitchens that combine timeless elegance, functionality, and modern innovation.

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