What Is The Average Cost of Getting New Cabinets?

It’s no secret that new cabinets can change the entire look of a kitchen. When someone walks into a kitchen space, one of the first things they are going to notice are the kitchen cabinets. One main reason is because of the volume of space that cabinets take up in a kitchen. It may be important to have cabinets that contribute to the style, aesthetic and feeling that you want to create in your kitchen.

A top reason why so many people decide each year to get new cabinets; They simply want to transform their kitchen, and create a space that they enjoy spending time in. With so many different options when it comes to cabinets, there is definitely something for everyone. 

There are many other reasons to paint your kitchen cabinets. From differences in material, with wood, plywood, laminate, wood veneer, stainless steel and more, to different options in colors, finishes, doors styles and sizes. There is also the level of customizations, which can range from stock or ready to assemble cabinets and semi-custom cabinets to entirely customized cabinets. All of this will affect the pricing of the cabinets.

Well, based on the variables mentioned above (material, size, stock to custom options) this answer can vary widely. Our goal for this blog article is to give some averages, so you can get a good idea of what new cabinets will cost you.

Most cabinet companies will charge their costs based on price per “linear feet,” so we will refer to this measurement below, to make things as straightforward as it sounds. The measurement is taken from across the cabinets to figure out how much space the cabinets are taking up.

Stock cabinets are the least expensive option when it comes to buying new cabinets. These types of cabinets are ready to install, making them easier to get put in your kitchen. They can be a popular option for a “DIY” project as well as single contractors because of their lower price point and ease of installation. However, because they are stock, there are usually fewer style and material options and sizes. For the most part, what you see is what you get.

The average cost of these cabinets can range from $100-$300 per linear feet (Bankrate) for this type of cabinetry. The average kitchen size in terms of linear feet is 30 linear feet, meaning that an average kitchen getting stock cabinets can cost between $3,000-$9,000 to buy. This may not include hiring a company to install these cabinets, either, which can increase the total bill.

These types of cabinets have a shorter construction time, and can be installed relatively quickly. So another benefit included with these cabinets is time efficiency.

Semi-custom cabinets usually offer more options than stock or “ready-to-assemble” cabinets. These options can include the styles, finishes, materials, and other cabinet accessories. The term “semi-custom” reflects the flexibility to modify the width, depth, and occasionally the height of the cabinets. With numerous customization options, these cabinets provide a personalized touch akin to custom-made ones, all at a more affordable price.

So what do these types of cabinets cost? Semi-custom cabinets have a wider range in average costs due to more options than the stock cabinets. You can expect to pay $150-$650 per linear foot  (src. Homeadvisor) for semi-custom cabinetry, which can cost around $4,500 on the low end, up to around $19,500. Yes, we know that is a wide range, so you’ll want to shop around and get some quotes based on your desired materials, finishes and extras to match the style you are going for. Again, hiring someone to install the cabinets can affect the prices.

The construction type for these cabinets can be longer than stock cabinets, based on their semi-custom variables.

These are the most expensive when it comes to cabinetry. As the name applies, these cabinets are completely custom. These cabinets can be specifically designed for any size, from any material and with any finish that you want. They will also have the longest construction time due to their custom nature.

Custom cabinets can cost a pretty penny. On average, they cost about $500-$1,200 a linear foot  (src. Homeadvisor), which can rack up to $15,000-$36,000 for an average sized kitchen. Again, it will vary widely based on materials, size, finish, ect.

As you can see, there are many variables when it comes to the pricing of new cabinets, which can range widely. For an average kitchen, on the lowest low end, you could pay $3,000 for stock cabinets, all the way up to $30,000+ for custom cabinets with a tailored design. Overall, new cabinets can really enhance your kitchen space, but they can also be an expensive renovation for your home.

The good news is, there is a cheaper option to customized cabinets. If you want to upgrade the look of your kitchen while not spending the steep price tag required for brand new cabinetry, painting or refinishing your cabinets can be a great choice instead.

There are two main ways to get it done: you can either do it yourself or hire a professional painting company (if you want to see what it takes to paint your own kitchen cabinets, read this article here). The doing it yourself method is the absolute cheapest option, but it will require a lot of effort and time and there is a good amount of room for error. Hiring a professional painting company can ensure a high-quality, and long lasting paint job without a headache for the homeowner.

An average cabinet paint job from a professional painting company can cost anywhere between  $4,000 to $10,000, which, as you now know, can be a lot less expensive than getting new cabinets.

Painting cabinets may not be the best option for everyone, but in many cases, it can be a much more affordable alternative in transforming your kitchen space. Sturdy old cabinets will look brand new with a fresh paint job. There’s no need to take the time to rip out your perfectly still usable cabinets when they could just be refinished. Feel free to check out our cabinet painting portfolio to see what we mean!

If you are looking to get a free quote on painting your kitchen cabinets, contact our team! We provide professional cabinet painting and refinishing services. We ensure a high-quality finish, use only top quality paints and materials, and offer an industry leading warranty. We are also offering a $2,000 off cabinet painting promotion this winter, for a limited time only!