Custom Vs. Factory Cabinets Video

Video Overview: Factory Cabinets vs. Custom Cabinets

1. Factory Cabinets

• • Factory cabinets are pre-manufactured cabinets available in specific sizes and designs. Though they may be cheaper than custom cabinets, your options are limited to certain sizes, designs, colors and detail work.
  • There are many steps - and people - involved with factory cabinets. First the cabinets must be selected and ordered, they are manufactured somewhere else, then shipped to the end destination.
  • Because there are multiple steps involved, there are many places for a mistake to occur. If a mistake does happen, it may take up to two weeks to remedy and may cause the project to come to a complete standstill.

1. Custom Cabinets

• • Custom cabinets are typically more expensive than factory cabinets because they are made for a specific kitchen with specific details and in sizes. However, the pricing is relatively consistent - unlike with factory cabinets.
  • Because the homeowner has a voice in the custom cabinet design, their options are almost limitless in colors, wood types, style, design and sizes. Homeowners may also choose to add special features like wine racks, cubby holes, spice racks and lazy susans.
  • There are fewer people involved with custom cabinets and less room for mistakes. If a mistake does occur, it typically is noticed and fixed right away.