5 Decorating Mistakes To Avoid Featuring Kitchen Cupboard Doors

Interior design projects can be extremely costly, and so to ensure you’re equipped with the right mindset ahead of your design project, we wanted to run through some of the most common decorating mistakes and how to avoid them.

Top Decorating Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Interior Design

Avoid buying furniture before you’ve moved in 

The prospect of moving into a new property is always exciting, and while you might want to hit the buy button on a dining table or armchair you’ve been eyeing for a while, we recommend waiting until you’re absolutely certain that a piece of furniture will truly suit your new home.

Until you’ve spent a bit of time in a property, it can be really difficult to know how you’ll want to use each room. For example, although you may initially think that a dining table is perfect for your kitchen, you may instead discover that an island is actually a better use of the space.

Pro Tip: Every time you see a piece of furniture or a design idea you like, add it to a wish list or visual moodboard. This way, you can still experience the enjoyment of planning your new home without making any costly commitments too soon.

Choose custom-made options for a personal touch

From open shelving to unique kitchen cupboard doors, choosing custom-made options will ensure that your home truly reflects your personal tastes and that each space reaches its full potential.

Here at Happy Doors, we’re proof that beautiful replacement kitchen cupboard doors don’t need to cost the earth and are a great way to give your new kitchen plenty of personality. 

Pro Tip: You can further elevate and personalise your kitchen cupboard doors with our selection of accessories, including hinges, handles and end panels.

Always test paint colours before buying a huge tin 

While sample cards can be helpful when it comes to getting a general idea of how a colour may look, it can be tricky to determine whether it’s truly the right colour for your space without using a tester. When you’ve applied a test swatch to your walls, look at it throughout the day in different lighting conditions to make sure you’re absolutely happy with the tone before committing to buying a large tin.

Pro Tip: Choosing your paint colour after deciding on your furniture and textile choices can be helpful, particularly if you’re torn between two or three different colours.

Always pay attention to the proportions of your space 

As well as carefully measuring the footprint of your kitchen, it’s really important to consider the proportions when it comes to choosing furniture and accessories.

If your kitchen feels quite small and boxy, maximising natural light and choosing kitchen cupboard doors with a gloss finish can help to make the room feel lighter, brighter and more spacious. Slab style kitchen doors have a sleek silhouette that encourages the eye to take in the whole space and could be an ideal choice.

However, if your kitchen is spacious and you want to ensure it still feels cosy enough to step into its role as the heart of your home, you may want to choose kitchen cupboard doors with a richly coloured finish and panelled detailing to bring depth and interest. The Bella Stratford kitchen doors are classic and sophisticated, with recessed detailing that is suited to both traditional and modern kitchens alike. 

Carefully consider the materials you’re using 

Although you might be drawn to a plush cream rug or high-gloss cabinetry, it’s always worth thinking about whether each material is truly suited to your lifestyle. If you’ve got a busy household with kids or pets running around, prioritising practicality could be a more sensible option.

Yes, your home should look beautiful to your eye, but each space also needs to work for you to ensure you truly enjoy spending time in your own personal sanctuary.

There’ll be zero design disasters with Happy Doors kitchen cupboard doors 

Whatever your style, we have plenty of kitchen cupboard door options that are perfectly suited to your kitchen renovation project. Why not give us a call on 01256 845 816 or email hello@happy-doors.co.uk with any questions?