Or it's plywood??

they have a really nice grain and very "current" with the wood tone and style too. Are you sure with some other changes...hardware..wall color...backsplash..lighting...you couldn't work w them....and adjust some other aspects of your space?

I'm pretty sure that the door panel is either veneered plywood or veneered MDF. Particleboard is not commonly used for cabinet door panels. It's definitely a veneer - look at how the grain on the back doesn't match the grain on the front at all.

The solid parts (door edges - rails and stiles) look like stained maple, but I'm not 100% sure of the species from just that door.

Its composition is irrelevant. It’s a great looking warm wood that adds a lot to any room. Leave it be. It does not need an amateur ruining it with paint.

Adding these pictures to show how the wood color doesnt match my flooring. I can't replace my flooring so that's why I have decided to paint them white. I'm also adding color to walls, pendant lights, etc.

if you have a professional paint them - I think they'll look good
it's not worth it to DIY

Brandie Van Ee, definitely not painting then myself, I have a professional doing it.

I am confused by "the wood color doesn't match my flooring." They look fine together from where I'm sitting.

cabinets rarely match flooring. A nice backsplash with whites and other tones, maybe contrasting grout would help unite things .

Oh I see. I guess I just want a different look in my kitchen

the island would be a good place to work on some details reflecting your taste. Beadboard could be added in a great painted color. You can change the island top. You can pursue the pendant lighting idea. Then back to the wall area,,,,,change the counter there or at least install a backsplash . Add hardware to your cabinets. And of course painting the walls . Your cabinets will be great to work with , as is. Set a budget and that large island is where I'd start.....and save money for stools with backs to gain comfortable seating.

While the wood is so much better than a bad paint job, the cabinets themselves are not worth spending the average 7-10K for a professional to spray with a conversion varnish.

To me white cabinets with your floor is going to be very cold. The wood brings warmth to your kitchen. At least try some of the other suggestions before painting the cabinets.

Keep the wood and don’t forget to add knobs/pulls, otherwise known as kitchen jewelry.