Questions & Answers

The Remodeling Resource Center

Remodeling your kitchen can be a scary undertaking, especially for the first-time remodeler. Uncertainties appear at each corner: How much will it cost? How do I plan it? Who will install it? Will the colors match the house? What about all the dust?

If these questions are never answered, the project stalls—sometimes indefinitely. We created these articles, videos, and guides to answer your questions about cabinets, kitchen design, and kitchen remodeling. We want to help you create a kitchen you’ll love.

Can’t find an answer? Every day, our team of 100+ designers field thousands of questions from people working on renovations. Where your project is large or small, we want to hear from you. We’re ready to start your project. 

Is it Easy to Buy Kitchen Cabinets Online?

The House That Lars Built
May 8, 2019
“I loved being able to measure, design and review samples and renderings from the comfort of my home. It made it so easy to consider my options while in the actual space I’m renovating.”
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HGTV Design Star Makeover
January 29, 2019
“Even as a designer, having a specialist’s help was invaluable because she was familiar enough with their products to get creative. I can’t say enough good things about working with these guys!”
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Mid-Century Modern Kitchen
June 26, 2018
“It was so great working with our designer Miranda. She was so helpful with showing us how to visualize our kitchen. She was our mentor. I love everything about our kitchen.”
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Tailored and Modern Kitchen
February 2, 2018
“I liked the CliqStudios cabinets because of the quality, the soft-close doors and all the options. The kitchen is dramatically different. It’s much more efficient and easier to use than the old kitchen.”
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A Kitchen Reborn

Working on a kitchen renovation in a 115-year-old house can present challenges.

Big Dreams in a Tiny Kitchen

In a dingy New York City apartment, Dan and Amber wanted something more open, airy, and bright.

In one word… “Wow”

It was a 100-year old house near the shores of Lake Minnetonka.

Special Cabinet Features

Learn about the types of organizational features you can get with storage and specialty cabinets in our Signature and Signature Plus Lines.

CliqStudios Factory Tour

Watch to see how CliqStudios Signature and Signature Plus cabinets are built at our Connersville, Indiana factory.

Measuring Your Kitchen

Rough measurements are all you need to get started with a kitchen designer. Watch the video and download the Measuring Guide (PDF).

Plan Your Project

• Start Remodeling: Seven steps for starting your kitchen remodel.
• Remodeling Timeline: A step-by-step timeline for renovating your kitchen.
• Remodeling Budget: How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen?
• Remodeling Checklist: Follow these seven steps for a successful project. 
• Remodeling Mistakes: Avoid these common kitchen remodeling mistakes.
• Remodeling Schedule: Choose the best time of year to remodel your kitchen.
• Kitchen Measurements: How do I measure my kitchen for cabinets?
• DIY Kitchen Remodel: Are you ready to take on a DIY kitchen remodel?
• Stay or Sell?:  Should I spend money remodeling my kitchen or move? 

Design Your Room

• Kitchen Designers: Why do I need a kitchen designer?
• Kitchen Layouts: Learn the different kitchen layouts to choose from.
• Kitchen Storage: How much kitchen storage do I need?
• Kitchen Styles: What are the three main kitchen styles?
• Design Principles: What are the basic principles of designing a space?
• Cabinetry Design: How do I use cabinetry to carry my style throughout the home?
• Work Triangle: What is the work triangle, and why is it a staple of efficient kitchen design?

Installation Resources

• Installing Cabinets: How do I install kitchen cabinets?
• Hiring Installers: How do I hire a kitchen remodeling contractor?
• Managing Installers: How do I remodel a kitchen as my own contractor?
• Installer Lingo: What do “certified,” “licensed,” “insured,” and “bonded” mean?

Know Your Cabinets

• Cabinet Quality: What makes a high quality cabinet?
• Cabinet Cost: What do kitchen cabinets cost?
• Storage Cabinet Cost: What does it cost to add the most popular storage solutions?
• Comparing Cabinet Cost: How do I compare the quality and prices of cabinet brands?
• Cabinets Online: What are the pros and cons of buying kitchen cabinets online?
• Cabinet Types: What’s the difference between stock, RTA, semi-custom, and custom cabinets?
• Cabinet Materials: What are the commonly used cabinet materials?
• Cabinet Maintenance: How do I clean and maintain my kitchen cabinets?
• Cabinet Hardware Placement: What’s the proper placement for different styles of cabinet hardware?
• Cabinet Hardware Adjustments: How do I adjust my cabinet door hinges and drawer glides?
• New Products: What are the newest products at CliqStudios?

Budget Your Remodel

• Remodel Costs: What does it cost to remodel a kitchen?
• Cabinet Cost: What do kitchen cabinets cost?
• Cabinet Value: How do you get the best value on kitchen cabinets?
• Storage Cabinet Cost: What does it cost to add the most popular storage solutions?
• Comparing Cabinet Cost: How do I compare the quality and prices of cabinet brands?