5 Reasons You Should Choose Custom Cabinetry

So, you’ve finally decided that your kitchen needs some work. Maybe you’re sick of the style, over the color scheme, the layout doesn’t work well for you, or you’ve been dreaming of a kitchen remodel since the day you moved in, and today is the day you finally start planning it (yippee!). Whatever has sent you down this path of kitchen remodel dreaming, your head may be spinning when it comes to cabinet research. One of the most expensive parts of a kitchen remodel will surely have that effect. Before you let the stress get ahold of you, let’s talk. By the end of this, you may have a different outlook on making he investment in custom cabinetry.

When you start searching for cabinets online, you’re likely looking at pre-assembled cabinetry. These are probably also moderately priced, anywhere from $150-$300 per cabinet. Now, you’re a seasoned cabinet researcher, and you’ve moved on to custom cabinetry, and, well, Toto, we aren’t in Kansas anymore. Are these prices correct? $500-$1200 per square foot? Heck no! We totally get it, but there is a method to the madness, and we are here to lay out all of the pros of custom cabinetry.

SO, Why Custom Cabinets?

Design freedom.

Pre-fab cabinets come in very limited styles, colors/stains, and finishes that may not align with the look you are going for. Think; you are designing your dream kitchen where you can control every little detail. Cabinets should be considered in this equation! Whether it’s a fun little nook for your spices in just the right spot, or that perfect shade of blue you found on Pinterest. You can design every part of your cabinets down to the hardware.

Size Options

Stock cabinets are made based on standard measurements which may not fit your kitchen size or layout. Custom cabinetry is made to your exact specifications whether you need to fit around a difficult angle or you need to leave room for the dog bowl.

Add Value to Your Home With Custom Cabinets

Custom cabinetry is actually a selling point if you ever decide to relocate. Those pre-fabricated cabinets may look great upon installation, but they won’t add any value to your home and may even be a negative point if the buyer sees this as a potential project to replace. Custom cabinets can add thousands of dollars to your homes value.

Quality Craftsmanship & Materials

You can work with your cabinet specialist to ensure they fit around a strange corner, or have the perfect crown molding. It’s truly a very fun process. Pre-fabricated cabinets are assembled in warehouses alongside hundreds of other cabinets. This increases the risk for error and potential flaws that will be overlooked. Not only is the craftmanship unmatched, the quality of the materials used is too. Here are some of the important facts:

1. 1. Built with Grade-A plywood
   2. KCMA certified
   3. At least ¾-inch plywood shelving
   4. Soft-close hinges
   5. Strong back panel

Custom Cabinetry Features

With custom cabinets, you can choose from so many features, such as pull-out cabinets, turntables, dividers, The Magic Corner, and whatever else might make your kitchen more functional. 

So, while you may pay less for pre-fabricated cabinets, you are not gaining any value in this purchase. You may even be adding headaches to your life with the potential of issues in the future. Pre-fab cabinets are known to deteriorate over time, hardware becomes less effective, and materials degrade. Custom cabinetry is, in our opinion, the only way to go when it comes to getting the kitchen remodel you’ve always dreamed of.

Have we convinced you yet?

Red House Design Build can help you every step of the way during your kitchen remodel and set you up with the best custom cabinets money can buy.

Reach out to us today and let’s talk!