Yes, there is definitely a glaze on these cabinets. The doorstyle is going to dictate how much the glaze shows. In this case, because it is a simple doorstyle, the manufacturer is able to wipe much of the glaze off at the finishing stage. It just leaves a hint around the raised panel and some build up in the corners and inside edges. A more complicated door or one with deeper recesses will show the glaze as darker since it cannot be hand wiped away. Whether you go with or without the glaze is a very personal decision... good luck!