Choosing The Right Kitchen Cabinets For You

By Author: Lester McGuiggan
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Plenty of consumers find the wide variety of kitchen and bathroom cabinetry available today to be confusing and difficult to navigate given all the choices available to them. We'll explain what the commonly used categories mean in the following text and will help clear things up for you so you can make a more informed decision about your new kitchen and certainly have a better starting point to work from.

The first place to start is with the terminology and definitions of the various types of cabinetry commonly available. Grades of cabinetry vary based on how willing the manufacturer is to make modifications to their standard product offerings. Quality levels and accessory options also change as we move through the different categories of cabinetry. In order from least expensive and flexible to most expensive and flexible the list would look like this:

1) Stock Cabinetry
2) Semi- Custom Cabinetry
3) Custom Cabinetry

1) Stock Cabinetry
The name stock cabinetry does not refer to cabinetry that is already built and ready to ship but rather to the catalog from which it is available. The catalog ...
... is referred to as a stock catalog because nothing is available to be altered or modified in any way. Kitchen plans developed from stock cabinets can be a bit more restrictive and less unique in style but offer the least expensive option for a new kitchen. Items from stock cabinetmakers are more readily available due to the decreased number of catalog offerings. The fabrication and delivery process is much quicker because special modifications are not available.

2) Semi- Custom Cabinetry
More choices are available to homeowners with semi-custom cabinetry. Availability of size alterations will make kitchen plans come to life especially in odd shaped areas. Plan on having lots of choices for doors and finish selections too. Fabrication of semi custom cabinetry takes a bit longer and as a result quality is greatly improved over their stock counter part. Interior accessory options are more readily available than stock cabinets and some exterior carving and molding options are offered as well. Choices such as these are the type that can really make your kitchen plans come to life and set your kitchen apart from the crowd. Warranties and durability is generally much better than stock cabinetry making this category the sweet spot for many homeowners.

3) Custom Cabinetry
The word custom is very liberally used in the kitchen cabinet business. Truly custom cabinets are available in any size, shape or color with very few restrictions in offering. While this is the most expensive option for new cabinetry custom cabinets are the best choice to make your kitchen plans truly exceptional. Dazzling door styles flawless finishes and plenty of carving and turning accent items are available here. If at all possible you'll want to consider custom cabinetry for your project. It will increase the value of your home and enrich your lifestyle on a daily basis while making your home a truly special place to live.

By understanding the concepts outlined here you will have enough information to get the ball rolling on choosing the absolute best cabinetry for your look and budget. The best advice is to use the internet to gain more knowledge about the categories outlined here and further research the particular products with consumer reviews and ratings then view them in local showrooms. You also want to make certain the company you choose has all of the proper qualifications. Don't forget to check references and view previous projects.
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