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Oak kitchen cabinets had a large upswing in popularity in the 90’s and early 2000’s with the golden oak finish. But this finish became overused and in turn, homeowners got sick of oak altogether. In more recent years, more oak finishes have come out in lighter tones making it a popular choice for modern kitchens.

Oak wood is a very durable wood species with many benefits. Although it’s heavy, oak can resist dents, scratches and water making it a great choice for kitchen cabinets and furniture. White oak and red oak are the most common choices used for cabinets and furniture which provide different looks.

White oak is a straight-grain hardwood with light to medium-brown coloring. As it ages, white oak lightens into a soft golden tone. In contrast, red oak is a slightly softer straight-grain hardwood with a textured light brown and reddish-pink tone. Red oak is much easier to access, making it less expensive.

Overall, oak kitchen cabinets are rapidly regaining popularity. New door styles and modern colors are making this product a more timeless choice for homeowners everywhere.

Choosing the perfect shade of paint can be tricky when you’re trying to match wood tones. It’s all about complimenting your oak kitchen cabinet’s undertones. Color can either create peace and energy or a glaring color scheme that clashes. To prevent the wrong color decision, let’s look at what paint colors go with oak cabinets.

Reddish-Pink Oak

Calm down those bold reddish-pink hues with colors like warm taupe and beige or gray with purple undertones.

Yellow Oak

Bring yellow cabinets down to earth with calm complimenting tones like cream, tan and greige paints.

White Oak

Add interest to white oak with warm or cool tones. Varying shades of blue, white, green, black, slate gray and taupe will either add warmth or contrast.

Consider what type of contrast you would like to create. Bold colors will create a more dramatic color scheme while subtle colors will make your cabinets the star of the show. Explore CliqStudios oak kitchen cabinets!

There are many ways to cut wood for furniture and cabinets. One of which is the process that creates the quartersawn look. Oak wood is a popular wood species for this cut because of its rugged straight-grain appearance giving it a distinct look.

First, the log is cut into quarters lengthwise. After that each quarter is rotated and cut revealing the textured vertical grains. The results are a stunning piece of furniture or cabinet that is even more durable and resistant to warping.

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Give your kitchen a new look by refinishing your oak cabinets. This is a great cost-effective way to bring new life to your kitchen. Oak cabinets can either be painted or stained for a new look. Keep in mind that oak wood has a very rugged grain pattern, so painted finishes will still show this texture through the finish. Learn the steps to re-paint or re-stain your oak kitchen cabinets below.

Painted Oak Cabinets

Step 1: Remove all doors, drawer fronts and cabinet hardware

Step 2: Clean out the kitchen packing everything away in boxes

Step 3: Remove existing finish from all doors, drawer fronts and cabinet boxes

Step 4: Use wood filler to repair any damaged areas or holes

Step 5: Roughly sand all doors, drawers, and cabinet boxes then clean with a tack cloth

Step 6: Prime the cabinets

Step 7: Paint the cabinets

Most oak kitchen cabinets will require a few coats of paint. Follow all the manufacturer instructions for applying primer and paint. Dry time can also vary based on the brand and type of paint as well. Before getting started, make sure the primer and paint are compatible to prevent finishing issues.

Stained Oak Cabinets

Step 1: Remove all doors, drawer fronts and cabinet hardware

Step 2: Clean out the kitchen packing everything away in boxes

Step 3: Remove existing finish from all doors, drawer fronts and cabinet boxes

Step 4: Use wood filler to repair and damaged areas or holes

Step 5: Sand all doors, drawers, and cabinet boxes then clean with tack cloth

Step 6: Apply the wood sealer

Step 7: Apply your preferred stain

Step 8: Apply a varnish to protect the new finish

If the new stain does not look dark enough, feel free to add a second coat during step number 5 of the finishing process. Follow all the sealer, stain and varnish manufacturer instructions for application and dry time, then re-assemble your cabinetry.