🔨 Custom Cabinetry

Custom Cabinetry

Cabinets built to fit your exact space, your exact style, and your exact storage needs. From kitchen islands and ceiling-height cabinets to pantries, coffee bars, and built-ins — designed and crafted to order.

💰 Custom quote based on design
📅 6–12+ weeks design to install
📍 Palmer, MA · Western MA · Northern CT
Variable disruption · depends on scope
Custom Cabinetry
Free quote · No obligation
Custom quote
Based on design, materials, and scope
On-site time 1–3 weeks on-site install
Total lead time 6–12+ weeks design to install
Lead time Long (design + build)
Vs. full replacement Exact fit, exact spec
Disruption level Varies by scope
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Is This Right For You?

Signs custom is your answer

Custom cabinetry is the right choice when nothing off-the-shelf fits — your space, your storage needs, or your vision.

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Your kitchen has odd angles, soffits, or non-standard dimensions Stock and semi-custom cabinets leave gaps and wasted space. Custom fills every inch.
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You want a kitchen island built to your exact size Custom islands fit your floor plan, seating preferences, and storage needs precisely.
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You need specialty storage that stock cabinets don't offer Built-in wine racks, appliance garages, deep drawer banks, pull-out spice towers.
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You need to match existing cabinetry Adding to an existing kitchen? We build cabinets that match your current door style, finish, and dimensions.
You want a built-in coffee bar, pantry, or mudroom Custom cabinetry turns underused walls and spaces into functional, beautiful storage.
✓ Refacing works best when...
Your cabinet boxes are structurally sound — no rot, water damage, or failing joints
You're happy with your current kitchen layout and don't need to move walls
You want to change the door style, finish, or color significantly
You're keeping your countertops or replacing them separately
Your budget is closer to $10k–$25k than $35k–$50k+
May not be the right fit if...
Your cabinet boxes are damaged, rotting, or structurally failing
You need to change your kitchen layout or move walls — consider a kitchen remodel
You just want to change the color without replacing doors — consider cabinet painting
What's Included

Everything that goes into a custom cabinet project

Custom cabinetry is designed, built, and installed from scratch. Here's the full scope of what's involved in a typical custom project.

01
Design & Planning

We work through your goals, space constraints, and storage needs. Door styles, wood species, finishes, and interior configurations are determined before build begins.

02
Precision Measurement

Every dimension is measured and verified before cabinets are built. Custom cabinetry is only as good as its measurements — we don't cut corners here.

03
Cabinet Construction

Boxes, doors, drawer fronts, and interior features are built to your exact specifications.

04
Finishing & Hardware

Stain, paint, or clear coat is applied, and all hardware — hinges, pulls, drawer glides — is installed. Soft-close is standard on all custom builds.

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On-Site Installation

Cabinets are installed and leveled precisely. Interior organizers, pullouts, and specialty features are installed and adjusted during the installation phase.

Popular custom cabinet applications
Kitchen island cabinets
Built-in pantry floor to ceiling
Built-in coffee bar station
Cabinets extended to ceiling
Appliance garage with door
Built-in microwave cabinet
Range hood cabinet surround
Pull-out trash & recycling
Deep drawer bank conversion
Built-in wine rack
Mudroom bench & cubbies
Home office built-in cabinets
The Process

From first call to finished kitchen

Here's how a custom cabinetry project unfolds — from first conversation to installed cabinets.

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Week 1
Phone Consultation

We discuss your goals, look at your cabinet photos, and give you a ballpark range. No in-home visit needed at this stage.

2
Week 1–2
In-Home Measurement & Samples

We visit your kitchen to measure, evaluate your cabinet boxes, and show you door samples, finishes, and hardware in person.

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Week 2
Written Quote & Selections

You receive a clear written quote. Once approved, you finalize your door style, finish, color, and hardware selections.

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Week 2–3
Deposit & Scheduling

A deposit secures your install date and kicks off door manufacturing. Lead time varies by door style and material.

5
Install Week
On-Site Refacing (4–10 days)

Doors are removed, veneers applied, new doors hung, and hardware installed. Your kitchen will be out of service during this period.

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Completion
Final Inspection by Raymond

The project is complete when alignment, finish quality, and hardware function are all right.

On-site work
1–3 wks
on-site installation
Total lead time
6–12+
weeks design to install
Vs. replacement
6–12+
weeks for full replacement
Pricing

Honest numbers before you call

Custom cabinet pricing depends on design complexity, wood species, finish, and scope. Every project is quoted individually. Here's how most projects break down.

Single Cabinet or Small Addition

Adding one cabinet, a shelf unit, or a small built-in to match existing cabinetry.

Custom quotebased on scope
Full Kitchen Custom Build

All-new custom cabinets throughout. Complete design freedom, every dimension built to fit.

$35,000+varies by materials and scope
Are custom cabinets worth it?

Custom cabinets return 70–80% of investment at resale, deliver exact fit, and last decades. The value is in the longevity and fit.

70–80%ROI at resale
What affects your price
Number of linear feet and total cabinet count
Wood species — paint-grade MDF vs. solid hardwood
Door style and complexity
Finish — painted, stained, or clear coat
Interior features — pullouts, drawer banks, specialty storage
Scope — single piece vs. full kitchen build
Budget rule of thumb: For a full custom kitchen without structural changes, plan for around 15% of your home's value.
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Your kitchen will be out of service during the project

For all cabinet work — refacing, painting, or refinishing — the kitchen is a full work zone. Doors and drawer fronts are removed, surfaces are exposed, and the space must remain undisturbed.

1–3 wks
on-site installation time
kitchen access limited during install
How to prepare
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Set up a temporary kitchen in another room — microwave, mini fridge, toaster oven, paper plates
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Plan meals in advance: eating out, cold meals, crockpot meals prepared elsewhere
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Clear all cabinet contents completely before the project start date
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Arrange alternative dishwashing: bathroom sink, laundry room, or disposable items
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Remember: 4–10 days is far shorter than 6–12+ weeks for full cabinet replacement
How It Compares

Custom vs. stock cabinetry

Custom cabinets cost more upfront — here's when the investment is worth it versus when a less expensive option delivers similar results.

Factor
Custom Cabinetry
Stock / Semi-Custom
Fits non-standard spaces
Yes — built to exact dimensions
No — fixed standard sizes
Door style freedom
Unlimited — any style
Limited to catalog options
Interior layout control
Full — every shelf, drawer, pullout
Mostly fixed
Match existing cabinets
Yes — built to match
Rarely exact
Typical cost
Higher — you pay for fit & craft
Lower upfront
Longevity
Decades — built to last
10–20 years typical
FAQ

Questions about custom cabinetry

Yes — for most kitchens where the layout works and the boxes are structurally sound. Refacing delivers a like-new appearance at 40–70% of the cost of full replacement, typically in 4–10 days instead of 6–12+ weeks.

The key question is whether your cabinet boxes are solid. If they are, refacing is almost always the smarter investment. If they're failing or you need a layout change, a full remodel may be the better path.

Yes, significantly. A typical refacing project runs $10,000–$25,000, while a comparable full cabinet replacement often costs $35,000–$50,000 or more (excluding cheap box-store options).

The savings come from reusing your existing cabinet boxes, which represent much of the labor in a new cabinet installation.

No. The kitchen will be completely out of service for the 4–10 day project. Doors and drawer fronts are removed, the workspace must remain undisturbed for proper installation and finishing, and the area contains tools and materials throughout.

We strongly recommend setting up a temporary kitchen in another room — a microwave, mini fridge, and paper plates go a long way. The 4–10 days is much more manageable than the 6–12+ weeks required for full replacement.

Absolutely — that's one of the main advantages of refacing over painting. You get entirely new doors and drawer fronts in whatever style you choose: shaker, raised panel, slab, glass inserts, and more. Colors and finishes are also fully customizable.

Yes. Cabinet refacing does not require removing countertops. Many customers keep their existing countertops and are happy with the result. Others choose to pair a refacing project with a countertop replacement for a complete kitchen transformation — we can coordinate that as well.

It depends on the condition and construction of the laminate boxes. We evaluate every kitchen individually — some laminate cabinets are excellent candidates for refacing, others are not. The in-home consultation includes a box assessment to confirm candidacy before we quote.

Quality cabinet refacing with proper materials should last 15–20+ years with normal care. The durability depends on the door material and finish selected. We use premium materials and discuss longevity expectations during the consultation so you know exactly what to expect.

Still have questions?

Raymond is happy to talk through your specific kitchen on a quick call — no obligation, no pressure.

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Ready to build exactly what your kitchen needs?

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