Gentry Cirrus Black Glaze pairs the warm-leaning Cirrus grey paint with a hand-applied black glaze on the Gentry door profile. The architectural panel detail catches the black glaze along its molding edges, producing a high-contrast layered finish with substantial dimensional character.
The Architectural Plus High Contrast
Cirrus is a soft warm-leaning grey, distinct from the cooler Nimbus or blue-leaning Drizzle. On the Gentry profile (which has refined molding detail beyond a basic flat Shaker), black glaze creates sharp shadow lines that emphasize the architectural quality of the door. The warm Cirrus base softens what would otherwise read as too-cool high contrast, producing a finish that reads transitional rather than fully cool or fully warm.
Specifications
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Style: Gentry door profile, full overlay, refined panel edge.
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Wood: Solid maple frame, MDF center panel.
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Base color: Cirrus, a soft warm-leaning grey.
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Glaze: Black, hand-brushed and selectively wiped.
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Topcoat: Conversion varnish for moisture and splash protection.
Best Application
Formal transitional kitchens, classic-modern remodels with mixed temperature elements, and design-led spaces that want both architectural detail and crisp dimensional contrast. Cirrus Black Glaze on the Gentry profile pairs beautifully as a perimeter run with a contrasting white island, or as a single dramatic feature section in a larger neutral kitchen.
Hardware Direction
Brushed nickel and aged brass both register cleanly against the layered grey-and-black. The warm-leaning Cirrus base accepts brass tones better than the cooler Nimbus base does. Matte black blends into the glaze, reducing overall contrast in a way that suits minimalist contexts. Long bar pulls and slim T-bar profiles suit the formal architectural read.
Care Notes
Glazed finishes with profile detail need attention at the molding inside corners, where glaze can wear faster than on flat surfaces. Wipe with a damp microfiber. Skip abrasive scrubs. Touch-up kits from the line cover light corner wear over time.
Always order a real door sample. The combination of architectural profile, warm-leaning grey base, and crisp black glaze reads differently under your kitchen's lighting than in a showroom.
