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The Modernist

Walnut Slab Cabinet Doors

Kokeena’s The Modernist cabinet door in Plain Sawn Walnut is an enduring Kokeena classic. A simple, 1-piece design (a slab cabinet door) constructed of a recycled wood substrate which is veneered, edge banded and finished on all sides.

Options for horizontal grain and matching across the run can make a stunning impact for modern walnut kitchen cabinets.

Key Features:

  • Slab 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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Modern Walnut Slab Cabinet Doors for IKEA Kitchens

The Modernist is a slab cabinet door made from plain sawn walnut, available in a natural finish or a black walnut stain. Flat-sawn walnut makes a dramatic impression and can easily become the focal point of a modern kitchen.

Available in vertical or horizontal grain, with a standard sequencing across cabinets. All Kokeena slab cabinet doors come pre-bored and ready to install on IKEA kitchen cabinets, including SEKTION, Godmorgon, Akurum, and PAX systems.

Door Specifications

    • 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 slab 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

    • Enhanced Natural or Black stain available

    • 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.

Make it stand out.

  • Modernist - Natural Finish

  • Modernist - Black Finish

  • Modernist - Natural Finish

  • Modernist - Black Finish

Frequently Asked Questions

    • Plain sawn walnut shows wider grain patterns and more natural variation. This gives slab cabinet doors a more expressive look compared to straighter grain cuts.

    • Yes. Walnut is commonly used in modern kitchens because it adds warmth and contrast while still working well with clean lines and simple layouts.

    • Walnut will lighten slightly and honey as it ages, especially with exposure to natural light. This is a normal characteristic of the wood.

    • A natural finish highlights walnut’s natural color and grain, while a black walnut finish darkens the surface for a higher-contrast appearance.

    • Yes. Slab doors are often chosen for their clean, uninterrupted surfaces, which suit modern and minimalist interiors.

    • Yes. Walnut slab doors are often used for bathroom cabinetry, storage units, and built-ins where a consistent, modern look is desired.

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