Luxor in Espresso from CNC Cabinetry pairs the brand's framed five-piece door with a deep, warm espresso stain that lets the wood grain read clearly through the topcoat. The door's wide rails and square-bead inner profile give the finish more surface to work with than a tight Shaker, and the result is a darker kitchen with depth instead of flatness.
The Espresso Stain on a Framed Door
Stained wood lives or dies by how clean the substrate is and how the topcoat carries the color. Luxor's Espresso is built on solid wood with a multi-step stain process and a clear conversion topcoat, which holds the stain depth without going muddy. Under warm lighting, the espresso pulls slightly red; under daylight it reads truer brown. Both are intentional.
Build Spec
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Door: Five-piece framed door with square-bead inner profile.
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Finish: Multi-step Espresso stain with conversion topcoat.
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Box: Plywood with matching stained interior available.
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Hinges: Concealed six-way adjustable soft-close.
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Drawer Box: Solid wood with English dovetail joinery.
Designed For
Traditional and transitional kitchens that want darkness without flat black, primary baths in warm palettes, libraries, home offices, and any space where the homeowner wants the cabinet face to carry visible wood grain. The espresso pairs especially well with cream or beige tile floors and brushed nickel or aged brass hardware.
Care for a Stained Door
Stained wood is more forgiving of splash than painted finishes, but daily wiping with a soft microfiber keeps grease from settling into the grain near the cooktop. A quarterly pass with a wood-safe conditioner keeps the topcoat from looking dry. Order a door sample to confirm the Espresso reads right under your kitchen lighting before approving the full order.
