ShareThisSunday, October 22, 2006
Q: What's the difference between stock, semi-custom and custom cabinets?
A: Stock cabinets are the most basic, no-frills type of cabinets. Home centers and suppliers usually keep these on hand, so they're usually available immediate delivery _ with no need for special ordering. They are the least expensive option, but you will usually be limited on choices in terms of color, finish and door-styles.
Semi-custom cabinets add more detail and options like crown molding, molding on the bottom edges, side panels and glass doors. More choices in styles, color and finish are available, but semi-custom are more costly than stock. You may have to have your dealer order these from the manufacturer.
With custom cabinets, the sky's the limit. In this category, practically anything you can dream up you can have built. Sizes and dimensions are variable and can be customized to fit specific spaces _ down to the last 1/8-inch. When customizing the quality of workmanship will be high. So will the price. These will typically cost at least twice as much as stock cabinets. At this level you're investing in both quality and aesthetics.
