September 14, 2022

Kitchen Cabinets Buying Guide

Cabinets are an integral part of any kitchen, so it’s advised that before selecting the cabinets, you go through a buying guide. A buying guide helps you understand what things to keep in mind while buying cabinets for kitchen remodeling. Many might think buying and installing kitchen cabinets would cost them a fortune, but that’s…

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Cabinets are an integral part of any kitchen, so it’s advised that before selecting the cabinets, you go through a buying guide. A buying guide helps you understand what things to keep in mind while buying cabinets for kitchen remodeling. Many might think buying and installing kitchen cabinets would cost them a fortune, but that’s not true. You can have your cabinets installed within your budget, provided you follow the buying guide.

This article will walk you through some of the important things that you must keep in mind while buying kitchen cabinets. Let’s have a look at them.

  • Frame or Frameless

One of the primary things you should remember while buying kitchen cabinets is whether you want framed or frameless ones. Most people go for framed cabinets as it provides sturdiness and strength to the entire structure. But if you want to go for a sleek design, then frameless cabinets are the best. In the case of frameless cabinets, the drawer glides are directly attached to the box.

  • Stock or Custom or Semi-Custom

There are three types of cabinets available, i.e., stock cabinets, custom cabinets, and semi-custom cabinets. If you want a fully assembled cabinet within an affordable range, then stock cabinets are the right option. If you’re looking for a cabinet that can be customized according to your needs/requirements, then custom and semi-custom cabinets are the best. Semi-custom and custom cabinets are comparatively more expensive than stock cabinets.

  • Material Options

Another essential thing that one must bear in mind when ordering a kitchen cabinet is its material. Cabinets not only enhance your kitchen design but serve as a wonderful storage facility. Cabinet boxes are generally made of five different materials, namely plywood, high-density fiberboard, medium-density fiberboard, particleboard, and solid wood. Most people choose plywood material for their kitchen cabinets. But you can choose from other varieties of materials. If you want a royal touch and robust touch, you can go for solid wooden cabinets.

  • Sizes

Cabinets come in all shapes and sizes. It depends on your kitchen space and what size of cabinets you want for your kitchen. Most manufacturers have wall cabinets and stock bases in widths ranging from nine to forty-eight inches. The heights of upper cabinets over the sink range from 12, 18, and 24 inches. If you want tall cabinets, they are generally made of heights 84, 90, and 96 inches.

  • Cabinet Accessories

If you want to enjoy your stay in the kitchen, you can go for the various cabinet accessories. Add-ons like tip-out trays allow you to use the false drawers as a medium of storage space. You can also install a plate holder that will allow you to keep your kitchen shelf clean. Rosettes and plinth blocks add a glamorous touch to your kitchen cabinet.

  • Color and Finishes

How do you want your kitchen cabinet to be? Would you go for unfinished cabinets, which would give your kitchen a rustic feel, or want to go for stained cabinets to follow the trend? You can choose from the various colors and finish designs and go for the one that matches your home décor.

If you are wondering which remodeling company you should hire for kitchen remodeling, you should go for EA Home Design. They are one of the well-known remodeling companies in Virginia. Apart from remodeling your houses, they also have expertise in redesigning your kitchen. The efficient team of EA Home Design ensures that you get the kitchen of your dreams.

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