Maple modern slab kitchen cabinet doors with natural wood grain

The Laboratory

Modern Slab Cabinet Doors

Kokeena’s The Laboratory is a no-nonsense, modern slab cabinet door. It is a simple, 1-piece design constructed of a recycled wood substrate which is veneered, edge banded and finished on all sides. The option to select horizontal grain and ensure matching continuity across modern slab kitchen cabinets provides significant creative flexibility.

Key Features:

  • Slab style cabinet door  

  • Matching wood edgebanding

  • Grain matched sequencing, vertical or horizontal

  • Custom stains available  

  • Durable conversion lacquer

  • Available for IKEA Sektion, Godmorgon, Akurum & PAX.

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Maple Slab Cabinet Doors for Modern IKEA Kitchens

The Laboratory combines the clean simplicity of slab cabinet doors with the warmth of natural maple veneer. These maple veneer cabinet doors highlight subtle wood grain, making them ideal for homeowners seeking wood grain kitchen cabinets with a modern, slab-style profile.

Finished with a durable conversion lacquer, the Laboratory performs well in kitchens, bathrooms, and other high-use spaces. Designed for IKEA systems, these slab cabinet doors integrate seamlessly with SEKTION, Godmorgon, Akurum, and PAX systems while offering the durability and finish quality expected from custom slab-style cabinet doors.

Door Specifications

    • Maple veneer, A1

    • Core: NAUF high-density recycled wood board

    • Matching edgebanding

    • A1 graded veneer, slab style

    • Veneered on 2 sides    

    • Overall Thickness: 3/4"  

    • Edge Profile: Square  

    • Grain matching: Vertical grain is standard, Horizontal grain available with consultation

    • All doors on a single unit are matched

    • Matching across units available with horizontal grain, up to 96” along the run

    • Drawers Style: Slab style, vertical grain match 

    • Max Door Height: 90"  

    • Boring: Bored for IKEA SEKTION. Other Systems on Special Request  

    • Custom Sizes Available: Yes, consultation required

    • Finish Type: Pre-Catalyzed Conversion Lacquer  

    • Finish Sheen: Low, 20% (similar to Satin)  

    • Application: Spray application  

    • Adhesives & Glues: Low- or no-VOC  

  • 2 year standard warranty. See full warranty details at kokeena.com/standard-warranty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

    • No. Slab cabinet doors are often easier to clean than framed doors because they have no grooves or panel edges that trap grease or dust. A soft cloth and mild cleaner are typically all that’s needed for maintenance.

    • Yes. IKEA slab cabinet doors are designed to replace standard IKEA fronts while using the same cabinet boxes. Our pre-bored slab cabinet doors allow homeowners to upgrade the look of their IKEA kitchen without changing the cabinet system.

    • Yes. With a proper moisture-resistant finish, slab cabinet doors are suitable for bathrooms and other humid spaces.

    • Yes. Well-made maple veneer slab cabinet doors show natural wood grain and color variation, with the added benefit of improved stability.

    • Both work. Vertical grain is more common, while horizontal grain is often used to visually widen modern kitchens.

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