End Panel
Also known as: Finished End, Decorative End Panel
A finished decorative panel applied to the exposed side of a cabinet at the end of a run, matching the door material and finish. End panels transform the visible raw cabinet box into a polished, furniture-like surface. They are essential wherever a cabinet side faces a room — next to doorways, on island ends, and at the termination of a peninsula. End panels are typically ¼ to ¾ inch thick.
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In practice
Plan an end panel wherever a cabinet side faces the room — run ends, islands, peninsulas, and beside appliances. Door-style end panels read the most custom; flat panels and skins cost less.
Common questions
What is an end panel used for?
It finishes an exposed cabinet side with a decorative face — without one, the end of a run shows a plain, often unfinished box side.
Do I need end panels on an island?
Yes — island backs and sides face the room, so they are typically dressed with end panels or beadboard for a furniture-grade look.
