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Custom Knotty Alder Cabinet Doors from Estate Millwork

Estate Millwork handcrafts premium knotty alder custom wood cabinet doors in our Pennsylvania workshop, made to order in any size. Knotty alder brings rustic warmth and character to any project with its distinctive knots, burls, and mineral streaks. This Western softwood has a honey-colored tone that stains evenly to mimic cherry, walnut, or other premium species at a fraction of the cost. Its natural imperfections add authentic charm.

Our custom knotty alder cabinet doors are crafted for kitchen refacing, bathroom updates, and built-in cabinetry. Available in louvered, raised panel, flat panel, bead board, and V-groove styles. Each door is built to your exact measurements with traditional rail and stile construction and solid floating panels.

Why Choose Knotty Alder?

Alder is a soft hardwood that machines and carves easily, making it well-suited for detailed millwork profiles. Its open grain accepts stain uniformly, and its knots and character marks are naturally sound and stable. Knotty alder is one of the most affordable options for stain-grade custom millwork.

Made to Order, American Craftsmanship

Every knotty alder cabinet doors from Estate Millwork is built to your exact specifications in our mill. We use traditional mortise and tenon joinery with double-pegged tenons for lasting strength. No nails, no shortcuts. Configure your knotty alder cabinet doors in our online designer. Choose your style, enter your dimensions, and get instant pricing with a 3D preview.

Browse our full selection of louvered cabinet doors , raised panel cabinet doors , flat panel cabinet doors , bead board cabinet doors , and V-groove cabinet doors , or call 412-641-0177 to discuss your project with our team.

Specifications and Ordering

Knotty Alder features straight, uniform grain that takes paint exceptionally well and light cream to yellowish-brown tones, with a Janka hardness rating of 540 lbf. This species is lightweight yet strong, ideal for painted applications, making it ideal for painted interior millwork at an accessible price point. Estate Millwork cabinet doors are built in-house with no outsourcing, ensuring consistent quality across your entire order. Whether you are refacing existing cabinetry or building new, our doors are precision-machined for a perfect overlay or inset fit. We ship nationwide with protective packaging designed to prevent transit damage.