Custom Kitchen Cabinets
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Perhaps the biggest decision you’ll have to make during your kitchen remodel is what type of cabinets to install. If you want cabinets unique to your home and tastes, then custom kitchen cabinetry is certainly calling your name. Here’s some more information to get you started.
Costs
The cost of custom kitchen cabinetry can vary greatly depending on the manufacturer, type of cabinets and quality of materials, as well as the dimensions of the cabinets themselves and any structural adjustments made to your kitchen. Find a qualified cabinet installer in your area to get started.
Pros
Custom cabinets are designed specifically to fit your kitchen and home architectural style.
They come with a variety of detail, materials and finish options.
Custom cabinets tend to make a kitchen look high-end and very well put together.
Cons
Custom cabinets can come with a hefty price tag—often much higher than ready-to-assemble cabinetry.
The building and installation process tends to take longer as well.
Durability
Custom cabinetry is considered to be the most durable cabinetry option out there, because it’s made to fit the dimensions and needs of each individual kitchen. Wood species typically used are among the very toughest and beautiful-looking, lending an old-world quality and craftsmanship that is highly sought after in today’s kitchens.
Maintenance
The maintenance required of custom kitchen cabinetry depends on the materials used. However, most kitchen cabinets can be kept looking clean simply by wiping them down with a soft, damp cloth and using a cleaning solution of dishwashing detergent and warm water on tougher stains. It’s best to avoid abrasive cleaners, as these can strip cabinets of their finish.
Common Questions and Answers
What are some of the choices that come along with custom kitchen cabinets?
When it comes to custom kitchen cabinets, you must first choose your kitchen layout. Layout is very important to the size and number of cabinets you need.
You also need to choose what material the cabinets should be made of. There are many different types of wood, and even multiple metal options. You will then need to decide whether you want the whole cabinet constructed out of solid wood, or if the interior components can be a form of particle board or melamine.
What are the benefits to working with a builder to get custom kitchen cabinets?
In many cases, a custom cabinet builder will be competitively priced—even comparable to the pre-built cabinets from major chains. The added convenience of being able to make changes as you go, along with having someone accessible to call back as needed makes custom-built cabinetry quite appealing.
Manufacturers
- Wish Upon a...StarMark
- Wellborn is the Essence of Cabinetry
- Superior Cabinetry from Barbosa Cabinets
- Merillat All-American Cabinets
- Medallion Cabinetry
- Mastercraft Kitchen Cabinetry
- KraftMaid Kitchen Cabinets
- Decorá Cabinets
- Build Your Own Modern Classic with Kitchen Classics Cabinets
- Brookhaven Cabinets
Materials
- Walnut Kitchen Cabinets
- Oak Kitchen Cabinets
- Metal Kitchen Cabinets
- Maple Kitchen Cabinets
- Mahogany Kitchen Cabinets
- Hickory Kitchen Cabinets
- Cherry Kitchen Cabinets
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