Painted Shaker Kitchens Liverpool | SJB Trade Kitchens

Not sure which style is right for you? Browse all six of our kitchen ranges below — click any image to see the full range and individual product options.

Liverpool’s diverse architectural heritage, from the elegant Georgian townhouses in the Georgian Quarter to the charming Victorian terraces of Wavertree and Aigburth, demands kitchen designs that complement their classic character. Painted shaker kitchens blend seamlessly with the high ceilings, decorative cornicing, and sash windows featured in these homes, offering an understated yet refined aesthetic. Meanwhile, the sleek, minimalist lines of shaker kitchens also suit the modern dockside conversions around Albert Dock and the contemporary new builds in Liverpool ONE, marrying tradition with today’s urban lifestyle.

Selecting the right colour palette is vital to enhancing Liverpool’s unique property styles. For Georgian townhouses, Farrow & Ball’s ‘Cornforth White’ and ‘Purbeck Stone’ echo the muted elegance of period interiors, while ‘Down Pipe’ adds a tasteful depth to kitchens in Victorian terraces around Wavertree. In contrast, the bright, airy apartments near Albert Dock benefit from cooler shades like ‘Hague Blue’ or ‘Stiffkey Blue’ to complement exposed brick and metalwork. New builds in Liverpool ONE often work best with lighter tones such as ‘Ammonite’ or ‘Skimming Stone’, maintaining a clean, contemporary feel in open-plan spaces.

Our painted shaker kitchens are rigidly built using 18mm Egger and Kronospan carcasses with solid 18mm backs—not flimsy hardboard—ensuring durability suited for Liverpool’s busy family homes and investment properties alike. Equipped with Blum soft-close hinges and Blum Antaro drawer boxes as standard, these kitchens offer high-end performance at 30-50% less than Howdens. With Liverpool’s competitive renovation market and rising property values, a quality kitchen delivered in around 10 working days can make a real difference. Call 0161 509 4221 to discuss your Liverpool kitchen project.

Liverpool homeowners have two popular choices when selecting shaker kitchens: painted shaker and foil shaker. Each option suits different needs across the city’s varied housing stock, from the refined Georgian Quarter townhouses to the practical Victorian terraces in Allerton and Woolton.

Painted Shaker (solid wood doors): Painted shaker kitchens are an ideal match for Liverpool’s period properties and bespoke renovations, particularly in areas like Sefton Park and the Georgian Quarter. The smooth, hand-painted finish highlights traditional architectural details such as cornices and sash windows, allowing kitchens to blend naturally with their surroundings. These units are perfect for homeowners wanting a tactile, premium feel in historic homes or basement conversions where authenticity matters.

Foil Shaker (smart mid-range alternative): Foil shaker kitchens offer a budget-friendly alternative, suited to buy-to-let investors and those renovating on a tighter budget in neighbourhoods like Wavertree or Aigburth. Their durable foil surfaces resist everyday wear in compact galley kitchens commonly found in Liverpool’s terraces, making them a practical choice. While foil doors lack the texture of painted finishes, they still provide a neat, contemporary look with easy maintenance.

Both painted and foil shaker kitchens are constructed on rigid 18mm carcasses with Blum soft-close hinges and drawers, ensuring long-lasting quality. For expert advice tailored to your Liverpool property and to arrange a quote, call 0161 509 4221 today.

Vinyl-wrapped shaker doors are often pitched as an affordable option, but they are ill-suited to many Liverpool kitchens, particularly the compact galley layouts common in Victorian terraces or the spacious family kitchens in Woolton where durability and finish quality matter. Vinyl tends to peel or bubble in humid environments, which is a frequent issue in older Liverpool homes that have less effective ventilation or are prone to condensation.

Given Liverpool’s competitive property market, a kitchen with peeling vinyl can negatively impact perceived value during resale or refurbishment. At SJB, we don’t offer vinyl-wrapped shaker doors for these reasons. Our foil shaker doors provide a similar price point without the risk of deterioration, ensuring long-term appearance and performance. For trusted Liverpool kitchen solutions, call 0161 509 4221.

Browse our dedicated Liverpool kitchen pages for more detail on each range:

• Kitchens Liverpool — Full range of kitchen styles available for Liverpool
• Bespoke Kitchen Units Liverpool — Made-to-measure units built to your exact dimensions
• Rigid Kitchen Units Liverpool — Fully assembled rigid cabinets, not flat-pack
• Handleless Kitchens Liverpool — Sleek, modern handleless kitchens in Matt and Gloss

Are painted shaker kitchens suitable for Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter townhouses?

Absolutely. Painted shaker kitchens complement the Georgian Quarter’s elegant interiors with their smooth, classic finish that highlights architectural details like cornicing and sash windows. They offer an authentic period feel while providing modern functionality, perfect for these listed or heritage-sensitive homes.

What Farrow & Ball colours work best for Victorian terraces in Wavertree?

For Wavertree’s Victorian terraces, rich yet muted shades like ‘Down Pipe’, ‘Lamp Room Gray’, and ‘Elephant’s Breath’ accentuate period features such as stone lintels and timber sash windows. These tones bring warmth and depth to typically narrow, compact kitchens, enhancing both style and atmosphere.

Can painted shaker kitchens be installed in basement conversions with exposed stone walls in Liverpool?

Yes, painted shaker kitchens work very well in basement conversions by balancing rustic stone walls with a smooth, contemporary cabinet finish. Choosing lighter Farrow & Ball colours like ‘Ammonite’ or ‘Skimming Stone’ can brighten these often darker spaces while preserving the character of the exposed masonry.

Are rigid-built carcasses important for kitchens in Liverpool’s busy family homes?

Definitely. Liverpool’s family homes in areas such as Allerton and Aigburth experience heavy kitchen use. Our rigid 18mm Egger and Kronospan carcasses with solid backs provide strength and longevity, ensuring cabinetry withstands everyday life without warping or sagging over time.

How quickly can I expect delivery for a painted shaker kitchen in Liverpool?

Typically, we deliver painted shaker kitchens to Liverpool within around 10 working days. This quick turnaround supports timely renovations in a competitive market. For personalised advice and scheduling, call 0161 509 4221.

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Top service fantastic quality kitchen supplied with fully built units at an amazing price that I’ve not found anywhere else, would highly recommend giving Steve a call, will need his services again very soon.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Fantastic experience with Steve from start to finish. He designed an amazing kitchen in a small space and truly went above and beyond what I expected. He took the time to listen carefully to my ideas and requirements, and was never pushy throughout the process. His knowledge, creativity, and attention to detail really stood out at every stage. Everything was planned and executed with care, and he made sure even the smallest details were perfect. The end result is a beautifully designed, highly functional kitchen that I’m absolutely thrilled with. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  
 
 
 
 
 
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After visiting a few "big brand" kitchen places & being absolutely gob smacked at the prices, the pushy salesmen & the amazing "discounts" they claimed were on for "1 week only".... I went searching for a small local business. I found SJB on eBay initially & then popped along to his Instagram account to have a nosey at his products etc. I dropped him a message & got a reply pretty much straight away. I sent our measurements, needs & ideas & Steve got to work & brought our design to life! He worked fast & was extremely helpful. He made changes if we wanted them, he went hunting for a particular handle I wanted (a lot cheaper too as 1 company wanted £12 a handle, Steve found them for just £4) We visited his show room to make sure because we weren't being charged the earth, we weren't getting a cheap / flimsy product. Well we absolutely weren't! We had a slight issue with one of the cabinets being damaged upon arrival, spoke to Steve, who immediately ordered a replacement to be sent. Steve was contactable throughout, nothing was too much trouble, & he's just a genuine nice guy, who runs a fantastic small business. 100% recommend using SJB Trade Kitchens especially over the giant money grabbing companies!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Steve designed and provided all the quality parts necessary for my fitter to make up this beautiful kitchen. All arrived promptly and any queries were responded to immediately and efficiently. Steve is highly professional and easy to get along with which makes a huge difference in our busy world! I would definitely recommend Steve and will use him on my next build. Thank you !
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Steve is absolutely epic! Really nice guy. 100% genuine & to be trusted. Really easy to work with. Couldn't do enough and always on hand. The kitchen was amazing quality and the kitchen looked exactly like the images he produced on his computer. The units came ready built which saved a lot of time! Even if you're not a joiner it was really easy to assemble and fit. The kitchen is great quality and a VERY competitive price! 100% recommended! Thank you so much!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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25 March 2026
 
 
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I cannot stress how happy I am with my kitchen from SJB. We didn’t had a great experience with our builder during the renovation of our house however the final kitchen made up for it. SJB offered high quality finishes at quick turnarounds and even made a custom made island which is better than I ever expected. I will be returning soon to SJB for my bedroom wardrobes!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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12 January 2026
 
 
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I came across SJB on Ebay, and contacted Steve. He was very helpful in inviting us to his kitchen showroom to look at the various kitchens. This helped  a lot as he was on site to talk us through ideas and suggestions. We chose, what we thought, a relatively priced kitchen as it was for a rental property, but the finished result has been just amazing! It looks so expensive, even the fitter said it was very good quality for a fraction of what other places charge. Steve kindly designed the kitchen, gave us good ideas and was always available on the phone if we ever needed advice. I have never purchased a kitchen without the company providing a fitter as I have always doubted if the kitchen would fit how it should, but this has completely changed my perception. It has been flawless and friends and family have compared it to their much more expensive ones, saying this looks amazing and better than theirs! If you need a kitchen, with a gentleman that goes over and above, SJB is the place to go. You will not be disappointed, the whole process has been stress free thanks to Steve, I honestly cannot thank him enough for all his efforts and kindness. We hope to come back very soon!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I've worked in the building trade for over 20 years, the kitchen supplied by Steven was a better quality then a Howdens or magnet kitchen and also a good bit cheaper. Steven's easy to deal with, everything arrived as quoted no problems no damaged items and on the exact day specified. Would highly recommend.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I first came across Steve on Ebay last year when I moved into my bungalow and kept hold of his details. Fast forward a year, I checked Google reviews and finally contacted him sending measurements/photos and went to meet him when on holiday nearby. Steve was so helpful and came up with the exact kitchen plan I had in my head, two other companies couldn't do this, despite visiting my home and meeting with them. Took me a while to find a joiner and after lots of emails, Whatsapp messages and calls, I could actually place the order. All delivered to North East Scotland, a few doors followed on as were out of stock, a couple of damaged items replaced and when I needed a corner post and dishwasher door replacement due to longer screws being used in error, Steve was only too happy to send them. It's a very good quality kitchen at a great price and I'm not planning on needing another, but if I did, I wouldn't hesitate on contacting SJB again. We got there in the end Steve, with hard work from my plasterer, joiner, plumber, electrician and flooring guys and I love my new kitchen, so thank you, hard to believe it's the same room ❤️