Finding Replacement Cabinet Doors for Wickes Kitchen Units

Wickes kitchens have been a fixture in UK homes since the 1990s, and many installations from the 2000s and 2010s still have perfectly sound carcasses but tired, warped, or damaged door fronts. Replacing just the doors is a cost-effective way to refresh a kitchen without the disruption and expense of a full refit. The practical challenge is sourcing compatible doors: Wickes has changed its product ranges repeatedly over the years, discontinued ranges are not available direct from the retailer, and sizing conventions have not always been consistent across generations of products.

Key points

• Wickes supplies replacement doors only for ranges currently in production — discontinued ranges, covering most kitchens over five to seven years old, cannot be ordered direct from Wickes.
• Wickes doors follow the European 32 mm cabinet system: base unit doors are typically 715 mm high, tall unit doors 895 mm high — but widths vary by unit and must be measured from the existing door, not the carcass opening.
• Most Wickes doors use a 35 mm Blum-style concealed cup hinge with a 37 mm boring-point distance from the door edge; replacement doors must match this specification or be ordered undrilled.
• Third-party specialists — including Replacement Doors Direct, Doors4UK, and Trade Kitchen Doors — manufacture standard and made-to-measure doors compatible with Wickes carcasses.
• Always order one door as a test fit before committing to a full set, and request a finish sample for partial replacements to check colour batch consistency.

How to measure your Wickes doors

Remove one door and measure the door itself — not the carcass opening:

• Height: top to bottom edge of the door
• Width: full width across the door
• Thickness: most Wickes doors are 18–19 mm
• Hinge cup diameter: typically 35 mm
• Boring distance from edge: centre of hinge hole to the door edge
• Hinge spacing: distance from top and bottom of door to centre of each hinge hole

Note the hinge brand if legible on the hinge body (Blum, Grass, or own-brand). The opening angle — typically 95° or 110° for standard doors, 165° for corner unit doors — determines replacement hinge compatibility.

If you know the range name (for example, Wickes Dakota, Orlando, or Tiverton), note it down — it helps Wickes customer services and third-party suppliers match the finish more accurately.

Can Wickes supply replacement doors directly?

Wickes supplies replacement doors for ranges currently in production through its customer services team (0333 005 6688) and larger store branches. For discontinued ranges, Wickes cannot supply matching doors.

Steps to try first:

1. Visit a Wickes store with your door measurements and a door sample; ask whether the range is still available.
2. Check the Wickes website — current ranges carry consistent product codes; search by range name if you know it.
3. Contact Wickes customer services with photographs and the approximate installation date.

For most kitchens over five years old, third-party suppliers are the realistic route.

Third-party replacement door options

Indicative UK costs, last reviewed 2026-05-04. Prices vary by material, finish, and supplier. Compare at least two quotes for made-to-measure orders.

What not to assume when ordering replacement doors

Do not assume your doors are a standard size. Wickes has produced doors to varying metric dimensions across different product generations. Always measure the actual existing door — not the unit opening and not a catalogue description.

Do not assume the hinge boring position matches. Different Wickes ranges have used different boring distances from the door edge. Order pre-drilled doors only after confirming the boring specification matches exactly. Otherwise, order undrilled doors and bore to your existing pattern.

Do not assume the finish will match. Even within the same range name, colour batches and surface textures can vary between production runs. Request a sample swatch from the supplier before committing to a partial replacement order.

Do not assume soft-close is included. Many older Wickes installations used basic hinges without integrated soft-close dampers. Modern replacement doors from third-party suppliers often come with soft-close clips — confirm compatibility with your existing hinges or budget for replacing all hinges at the same time.

Do not assume drawer fronts and doors share the same height. Drawer fronts are typically a different dimension to the equivalent door panel. Measure drawer fronts separately when ordering.

Homeowner checklist: ordering replacement cabinet doors

• Remove one door and measure height, width, and thickness to the nearest millimetre.
  
• Record hinge cup diameter, boring distance from the door edge, and hinge spacing from top and bottom.
  
• Note the range name if visible on any unit labels or original paperwork.
  
• Decide whether to order pre-drilled (matching your existing boring pattern) or undrilled.
  
• Request a finish sample before ordering, especially for partial replacements.
  
• Confirm whether the supplier's standard sizes match your existing doors — if not, order made-to-measure.
  
• Check whether soft-close dampers or hinge plates are included, and whether they work with your existing hinge bodies.
  
• Order one door as a test fit before committing to a full set.
  
• Read the supplier's returns policy — most accept returns on standard-size doors but not made-to-measure orders.
  

When to get professional help

Replacing cabinet doors is generally a DIY-friendly task requiring a screwdriver, a spirit level, and patience with hinge adjustment. Consider a kitchen fitter or joiner if:

• You need made-to-measure doors that require accurate boring, edge banding, or custom finishing.
• The carcasses themselves are damaged, warped, or poorly fixed to the wall — door replacement alone will not resolve a structural problem with the units.
• You want a consistently adjusted, professional finish across a large number of units.

Indicative UK cost for a kitchen fitter to rehang a full set of replacement doors: £150–£400 depending on unit count, last reviewed 2026-05-04.

How Housey can help

If your Wickes door project has grown into a wider kitchen renovation — perhaps the carcasses need attention, or you are considering a complete refresh — Housey can connect you with local kitchen fitters and home improvement professionals who can assess, supply, and install.

Frequently asked questions

Are Wickes kitchen doors a standard size?

Wickes kitchen doors broadly follow the European 32 mm cabinet system, with base unit doors typically 715 mm high and tall unit doors 895 mm high. Widths vary by unit size, and older or discontinued ranges may have non-standard dimensions. Always measure your existing door — not the carcass opening — before ordering replacements from any supplier.

Can I use IKEA doors on a Wickes carcass?

Generally no. IKEA uses a proprietary hinge mounting system (SEKTION/METOD) that is incompatible with the standard 35 mm Blum or Grass concealed hinge system used in Wickes carcasses. IKEA doors are designed for IKEA carcasses only. Third-party suppliers who make doors to standard European boring specifications are a better match for Wickes units.

How do I find out if my Wickes kitchen range is discontinued?

Contact Wickes customer services on 0333 005 6688 with photos of the door and the approximate installation date — they will usually confirm quickly. You can also compare your door's appearance with current Wickes catalogue ranges online. If there is no clear match, the range has likely been discontinued and a third-party supplier is the realistic option.

What hinge size do Wickes kitchen doors use?

Most Wickes kitchen doors use a standard 35 mm Blum-style concealed cup hinge with a 37 mm boring-point distance from the door edge. The opening angle is typically 95° or 110° for standard doors, and 165° for corner unit doors. Confirm the boring specification on your existing hinges before ordering pre-drilled replacement doors from any supplier.

What is the lead time for made-to-measure replacement doors?

Online specialists typically quote 7–21 working days for made-to-measure orders. Local joiners and cabinet fabricators may need 2–6 weeks depending on workload and material availability. Confirm the lead time before ordering and, where possible, order one door first as a test fit before committing to a full set.

Sources and further reading

• Wickes kitchen customer services — Wickes
• Citizens Advice: consumer rights for made-to-measure goods — Citizens Advice
• Which?: kitchen renovation guide — Which?