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The search for the perfect cabinets can seem daunting, but there’s an easier way to navigate this big purchase. Choosing the perfect cabinets for your remodeling project comes down to a few things. Once you determine your needs like door style, price range, and delivery, this will help narrow your search and point you in the right direction.
CliqStudios’ line-by-line comparison shows you every difference at a glance. However, if you still want to explore your needs in more depth, here are some questions to help steer you in the right direction.
What Door Styles Do You Like?
Cabinet door style selection is a hot topic because this will be the face of your kitchen. If a company doesn’t have what you want, it’s probably best to move on. Considering this is going to be a larger investment, it’s important to get what you want rather than settling.
As you explore door styles, pay attention to the materials and construction used to make the doors. Doors will be opened thousands of times, so choose higher quality construction. Lastly, some styles will cost more than others, so the simpler it is, the more likely it will cost less.
What’s Your Remodel Project Price Range?
Most cabinet companies have quick quotes or estimated pricing for 10’x10’ kitchens, like CliqStudios. These tools are helpful for customers who need to see estimated kitchen cabinet costs. Exploring estimated costs helps homeowners see what they can afford.
These tools along with line-by-line comparison charts show how pricing can fluctuate based on each cabinet line's door styles, finishes, customizations, accessories, and more. Use these tools as a guide to direct you toward the right cabinet line.
How Long Will You Live in Your Home?
Whether you plan to stay in your home or move will help eliminate some of your options. For those who plan to live in their home long-term, a larger kitchen remodeling budget would make more sense. Investing more will help you enjoy your home long-term and give you more variety to choose from, so view more semi-custom and custom options for a wider selection.
For those planning to sell or flip a house, smaller budgets make more sense. This eliminates some of the higher-end brands and extras available, but it also usually means a quicker lead time. RTA cabinets and more basic, but high-quality semi-custom brands like Mercury are great options for this type of remodel project.
What Cabinet Qualities Are You Looking For?
Do you have strong preferences on finish, cabinet construction, accessories, and customizations? If so, this will automatically direct you toward the right lines to meet your needs and eliminate the ones that don’t. For specific tastes, look at cabinet lines like Craftsman and Signature Plus which offer an array of finishes, accessories, and custom options. However, if you don’t have many preferences and would like to keep a smaller budget, explore cabinet lines like Signature, Mercury, and RTA cabinets.
Do You Prefer RTA or Assembled Cabinets?
Are you a DIYer or would you prefer someone else to install your cabinets? Typically, DIYers tend to prefer RTA because they are easy to assemble and affordable. This is an easy distinction- if you're okay with fewer options, want to assemble boxes, and pay less for your kitchen, look at RTA cabinets.
Likewise, some homeowners would rather not deal with assembly and prefer that everything is ready to install on delivery day. In that case, assembled cabinets are the best choice.
When Do You Need Cabinetry Delivered?
Considering most first-time home remodelers haven’t dealt with lead times before, start looking earlier than you expect. Average lead times range from 3-8 weeks depending on the brand and options chosen. This does not typically include design time, so start shopping at least 6 months prior to delivery day.
If you find your lead time is much shorter than expected, RTA cabinets might be the best bet. However, if there’s plenty of time, semi-custom and custom cabinets are great options.
CliqStudios offers free professional design services to help easily guide you through your remodeling projects. Our designers are skilled at space planning and helping you discover the perfect cabinet line to meet your needs. Enjoy your remodeling project with help from start to finish.
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