A question
I am frequently asked is “Are “box” or premanufactured cabinets less expensive
than custom cabinets?” After doing some research and cost comparison, I was
surprised to find that many times custom cabinets were about the same or even
less. My perception that because something was made in mass, in a factory, with
sometimes lesser quality materials would cost less, was challenged.
Don’t get me wrong. Box cabinets have their place. They work
great if you have a very straight forward layout, are not trying to maximize
space or need something very utilitarian, like for a laundry room or garage. In
my experience, it is when you start customizing and adding unique features to a
box cabinet that the price begins to climb.
With custom cabinets, all of the space can be utilized since
you are not limited to 3” increments in cabinet widths and having to fill in
space with fillers. Also, variations in height, depth or size of drawers really
does not affect the price, but allows for greater customization and
utilization. Custom finishes, paint colors, materials and trim profiles are
always an option with custom cabinets. This may not be the case with box
cabinets. Another benefit of using custom cabinets is that you can often times
actually see your cabinets being built, moving through the cabinet shop.
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