If you have a B&Q kitchen and need replacement cupboard doors, you may be wondering whether you can keep your existing cabinets. Perhaps a door has been damaged, you want a different colour, or your original kitchen range is no longer available.
The good news is that you do not necessarily need a completely new kitchen. Many B&Q cabinets can be fitted with replacement doors and drawer fronts, provided the measurements and fittings are suitable.
Whether you have an older Cooke & Lewis kitchen or a more recent GoodHome kitchen, this guide explains what to check and which replacement options are available.
Can you replace B&Q kitchen doors?
Yes. In many cases, you can replace B&Q kitchen doors without changing the cabinets. Made-to-measure replacement doors can accommodate different sizes, although hinge positions and other fittings must be checked.
If your original range has been discontinued, replacing all the doors and drawer fronts can give your existing kitchen a completely new appearance.
If you’re considering replacing all your kitchen doors, explore our made-to-measure replacement kitchen doors to see the styles and colours available.
Can You Replace B&Q Kitchen Doors Without Replacing the Cabinets?
If your existing B&Q kitchen cabinets are in good condition and you’re happy with the layout, replacing the doors can be a practical alternative to buying a completely new kitchen.
You can potentially keep your cabinets, worktops, sink and appliances while changing the visible doors and drawer fronts. Matching end panels, plinths and handles can also be updated if you want a more complete transformation.
However, the replacement doors need to suit the existing cabinet dimensions and hardware. This is particularly important because B&Q has sold different kitchen systems over the years.
Cooke & Lewis and GoodHome: What’s the Difference?
Before choosing replacement doors, it helps to identify which B&Q kitchen system you have.
Cooke & Lewis Kitchen Doors
Cooke & Lewis was widely used across B&Q’s earlier fitted kitchen collections. These included traditional Shaker designs, modern slab doors and other decorative finishes.
If you have an older Cooke & Lewis kitchen, the original door style may no longer be readily available. However, this doesn’t automatically mean the cabinets need replacing.
Made-to-measure replacement doors may be suitable, provided the sizes and hinge arrangements are compatible with the existing units.
GoodHome Kitchen Doors
GoodHome is another B&Q kitchen brand, with cabinet systems including Caraway and a selection of contemporary and traditional door styles.
GoodHome cabinets may also be suitable for made-to-measure replacement doors, but you should not assume they use identical fittings to older Cooke & Lewis kitchens.
B&Q specifically identifies certain Cooke & Lewis hinges and fittings as incompatible with its GoodHome range. This makes checking the existing hardware particularly important.
Important: Check Your Existing Kitchen
Whether you have Cooke & Lewis or GoodHome cabinets, don’t order replacement doors based solely on the manufacturer’s name. Confirm the actual door sizes, hinge positions and any specialist fittings first.
What If Your B&Q Kitchen Doors Have Been Discontinued?
If your original B&Q door range has been discontinued, your options depend largely on whether you need one replacement door or want to update the whole kitchen.
Replacing One Damaged Door
If you only need one door, start by checking whether B&Q still has the original product available. You could also investigate remaining stock or second-hand listings.
Finding an exact match through another manufacturer can be difficult. Even when the colour looks similar, the door profile, texture or finish may be different. Existing doors can also change colour slightly with age.
Replacing All Your Kitchen Doors
If the original design is unavailable, replacing all the doors and drawer fronts removes the problem of trying to match an old finish.
You can choose an entirely different style and colour while retaining the existing kitchen cabinets. This is often worth considering when several doors are damaged or the kitchen is beginning to look dated.
Our Recommendation
If you need one replacement door, investigate the original product first. If you’re replacing several doors or struggling to match a discontinued finish, consider updating the entire set instead.
Will Made-to-Measure Kitchen Doors Fit B&Q Cabinets?
Made-to-measure replacement doors give you more flexibility than relying solely on standard cabinet door sizes. However, there are several things to check before ordering.
- Door dimensions: Measure the existing doors rather than relying on the advertised cabinet size.
- Hinge positions: Check the existing hinge-hole locations. Standard 35mm concealed hinges are common, but drilling positions can vary.
- Door thickness: Check that the replacement door will work with the intended hinges.
- Specialist fittings: Integrated appliance doors, unusual corner units and some handleless systems may require additional consideration.
Our measuring guide explains how to record your door sizes and hinge positions correctly. There’s no need to guess or rely on the nominal size of your B&Q cabinets.
View Our Kitchen Door Measuring Guide
Choosing New Doors for Your Existing B&Q Kitchen
If you’re replacing all your kitchen doors, you don’t need to choose the same design as your original B&Q kitchen.
At Click Doors, we offer made-to-measure replacement doors in a wide selection of styles and colours. Here are three options to consider.
Give Your Existing Kitchen a New Look
Explore our replacement kitchen doors in a wide choice of styles, colours and made-to-measure sizes.
Shop Replacement Kitchen DoorsIs Replacing B&Q Kitchen Doors Cheaper Than Buying a New Kitchen?
If your cabinets are in good condition, replacing the doors will usually cost considerably less than installing a completely new kitchen.
You can avoid much of the expense associated with removing cabinets, changing the kitchen layout and replacing worktops or appliances.
Your final cost will depend on the number of doors, their sizes, the chosen finish and whether you need matching panels, plinths, handles or professional fitting.
For a more detailed breakdown, see our replacement kitchen door pricing guide .
How to Order Replacement Doors for Your B&Q Kitchen
Once you’ve established that your existing cabinets are suitable, the process is straightforward.
- Measure your existing doors and check their hinge positions.
- Choose your preferred style and colour from our replacement kitchen door ranges.
- Order colour samples to check the finish in your own kitchen.
- Enter your measurements and select the required options before placing your order online.
Click Doors offers free colour swatches and £9.99 sample doors, which can be ordered directly from the individual door product pages. The sample door is supplied in Light Grey with your chosen colour swatch.
We supply replacement doors throughout the UK, including Northern Ireland. You can fit the doors yourself or arrange your own kitchen fitter.
Frequently Asked Questions About B&Q Replacement Kitchen Doors
Here are answers to some common questions about replacing doors on existing B&Q kitchens.
Yes, provided you can find a replacement with suitable dimensions and fittings. If your original range is still available, an identical replacement is usually the best starting point. If it has been discontinued, matching the colour, texture and door profile may be more difficult.
Some original Cooke & Lewis products may still be available, but finding replacements for older ranges can be difficult. If you cannot source the original door, made-to-measure alternatives may allow you to update your existing cabinets without replacing the entire kitchen.
Start by checking your original kitchen paperwork, receipts or installation documents. Product labels or codes may also help identify the range. If you cannot establish which kitchen you have, concentrate on measuring the existing doors and checking the fittings rather than assuming compatibility based on appearance.
Many GoodHome cabinets can be fitted with alternative replacement doors, provided the dimensions and hardware are suitable. However, not every replacement door or hinge arrangement will work with every cabinet. Chec
Often, yes. If your existing hinges are in good condition and compatible with the replacement doors, they may be reused. However, hinge positions and fittings vary between kitchen systems, so check the requirements before ordering doors with pre-drilled hinge holes.
Yes. If you are updating the kitchen, you can also replace the drawer fronts to match your new cupboard doors. However, drawer fronts can use different fixing arrangements, so you should check how your existing fronts attach before ordering replacements.
Ready to Replace Your B&Q Kitchen Doors?
Whether your original range has been discontinued or you simply want to update your kitchen, there’s no need to replace perfectly good cabinets.
Explore our made-to-measure replacement doors and discover a new style and colour for your existing kitchen.
Want to see the colour or finish before ordering? Free colour swatches and £9.99 sample doors can be ordered directly from the individual door product pages.
Not sure about your measurements or hinge positions? Contact our team before placing your order.
Click Doors is an independent supplier of replacement kitchen doors and is not affiliated with or endorsed by B&Q. B&Q, GoodHome and Cooke & Lewis are trademarks of their respective owners.
