Hi slb2369 - I am also on Vancouver Island and have a cabinet product that looks just like this. Would you like to discuss? Give me a call or send an email - I'd be happy to help!

how do you make the shiny gloss cabinets

it's normally a lacquer finish, but you can get laminate with a gloss finish for a more affordable option.

We do that style of gloss in a 2 Part Polyurethane. Painting the doors allows us to round the edges etc. You Can get a somewhat similar look with Laminate although the gloss will not be quite as Shiny . Depending on your Budget there are different Levels of Gloss Finishes Depending on Product,Application and If they are wet sanded and Polished. Hope this Helps.Graham

I assume the cabinets can be painted any color and with less gloss? What material are the doors? I am wanting a softer white and with a more satin finish.

Yes, your cabinet maker should be able to prepare a sample for your approval if you give them a colour to match and your desired sheen level. A more affordable option is to use laminate, but you are restricted to the available colours that way. These doors were wood with a custom finish. A lesser sheen level will typically be less expensive than gloss.