A home's cabinetry makes an important statement. They can add much elegance and functionality to a home, not to mention improve the value of the property. Cabinets can be ready-made or they can be built customized to a homeowner's specifications.
The ready-made cabinets have a few positives going for them in terms of being inexpensive and readily available. There are many styles and materials available of the ready-made types and they can be installed fairly quickly. The downside is that old adage: "what you see is what you get". The homeowner will have to settle for and work around what is already built and available.
Custom cabinets can be built with any material that the consumer desires and to any design specifications. This is especially helpful in order to utilize the exact space that is available and to accomplish all storage and usage goals. Materials may include wood such as oak, pine, birch or maple which may be either stained or painted.
Metal, such as stainless steel, is being used in the designing of today's cupboards as well. Unique hardware, such as artistic knobs and pulls, can also be added to make an original design statement.
There are many components that make up the overall pricing detail of the custom cabinets. After a builder inspects the room where they will be building the cupboards, as well as to have a well thought out discussion with the homeowner regarding desires and specifics, the cabinet maker will be able to give a good estimate of cost. The project will entail costs related to the following items:
Design: This is the stage of the project where measurements will be taken so that the arrangement can be decided upon. Also, items such as number of cabinets, drawers, shelves, etc. will be determined.
Materials: The type of wood or metal that is chosen will affect the overall price, as some materials are more expensive than others.
Overhead and Labor: How much labor it will take to complete the project is taken into consideration, plus the time spent by the builder in purchasing and storing materials.
Building and finishing: Parts of the project will be built within the shop, while finishing touches will be done in the home
Delivery and installation: The final steps will be bringing the finished products to the home and installing them.
After taking all of these pricing details into consideration, the builder will be able to provide the homeowner will an accurate quote on the cost of the new custom cabinetry.
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