I had similar cabinets and here are the options I found: 1. Cut out the centers (leaving just a frame around) and insert new panels inside that frame. I didn't opt for this option because my edges were pretty beaten up. 2. You can apply a "edge", like you mentioned, but you won't be able to really cover up the routed edges. You'd have to fill them with auto body filler and then sand - lot of work. 3. Get some poplar wood and plywood and using just a table saw, glue, and clamps you can build completely new shaker style doors. I built 12 doors and it cost me about $150 for the materials. It was totally worth it. The cabinets look like new!!!! If I knew how to, I'd post some pictures. Love the end effect!

My kitchen is pretty small and simple and my house has mostly straight lines and ninety degree angles so I thought I shouldn't do anything too ornate. I showed my contractor a little dresser I have in my bedroom that's from around the same period as the house (1913) after finding some 19-teens original kitchen photos showing old kitchen furniture. Of course I didn't have to go through the trouble (the ones with a curved side, more like '20's furniture, are gorgeous!) but I was feeling guilty about compromising the craftsman look it originally had which went straight to the floor with no toe kick. So I thought it was a fair compromise for an old house lover. ;) When we bought the house the lowers had already been replaced in the '70's (ack!) but I have a photo of the kitchen from back in the '40's and it clearly was original back then...but due to putting in a dishwasher and needing to bump it out, I decided to combine the looks to get at least some toe kick area where I mostly work in the kitchen.

Research The Shakers”, a religious group that came to America about the time of the American Revolution. They believed that simple designs pleased God. Form followed function, a thought later associated with modern design. “‘‘Tis a gift to be simple...” is not only one of their songs, but their philosophy. Yes, one might tire of poorly done, out of proportion doors, but this style is not new and trendy. It is timeless. Are there other style you might prefer? Of course. Go to a custom cabinet maker and discuss your wants and needs.

Do you mean the trim molding shape or the trim color?