What To Expect: Selecting Cabinets For Your Custom Home

Choosing the right cabinets is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when designing your custom home. Cabinets provide essential storage and significantly impact your space’s overall style and functionality. This guide explains what to expect when selecting cabinets from various sources, including online retailers and local stores, with the expert assistance of Kimball Construction. With our help, you can confidently choose cabinets that fit seamlessly into your new home design.

Choosing Cabinets Online

Shopping for cabinets online offers convenience and access to a wide variety of options. Websites like Cabinets.com, Lowes.com, and Homedepot.com are great starting points.

Cabinets.com

Cabinets.com specializes in ready-to-assemble (RTA) and pre-assembled cabinets, providing hundreds of styles and finishes to explore.

• Customization Options: Select from numerous styles, colors, and wood types to find a match for your custom home’s design.
• Design Tools: Use their virtual design tools to plan and visualize cabinets in your new space.
• Sample Ordering: Order material samples to ensure colors and textures work well in your home’s lighting.
• Shipping Times: Expect delivery in 4-6 weeks, with varying return policies depending on customization.

Lowes.com and Homedepot.com

Major retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot online platforms provide extensive cabinet options for different needs and allowances.

• Variety of Choices: From stock cabinets to semi-custom lines, you’ll find options that fit a range of styles and allowances.
• Reviews and Ratings: Customer feedback provides insights into product quality and usability.
• Easy Comparisons: You can compare prices, finishes, and features across brands in one place.

Shopping Locally for Cabinets

Shopping locally allows you to see, touch, and evaluate cabinets in person, which many homeowners find invaluable when deciding on their custom homes. Stores like Jerry’s, Lowe’s, and Home Depot offer a hands-on experience.

Lowe’s, Jerry’s, and Home Depot Stores

Lowe’s, Jerry’s, and Home Depot are excellent for exploring cabinet options in person.

• Interactive Experience: Test drawer mechanisms, evaluate finishes, and get a true sense of how cabinets will look in your home.
• Design Consultations: Many stores offer free consultations and workshops to guide you through the selection process.
• Immediate Availability: In-stock options can often be taken home or delivered quickly, perfect for staying on schedule with your custom home project.

Local Custom Cabinet Builder

If you have a unique vision or specific space requirements, hiring a local custom cabinet builder is an excellent choice.

• Tailored Design: Custom cabinets are built to your exact specifications, ensuring they fit your space perfectly and align with your aesthetic preferences.
• Material and Hardware Control: Work with your builder to select high-quality materials, finishes, and hardware.
• Enhanced Durability: Custom-built cabinets are often more durable than mass-produced options, crafted with superior craftsmanship.

Kimball Construction: Guiding You Through Cabinet Selection

At Kimball Construction, we aim to make the cabinet selection process as seamless and stress-free as possible for your custom home. While we don’t manufacture cabinets, we provide expert assistance in helping you choose, design, and install the perfect cabinets for your space. Here’s how we guide you through every step of the process:

Step 1: Initial Discussion

Kimball Construction will meet with you to discuss your cabinet preferences. We’ll help you decide whether custom cabinets, online options, or selections from a local retailer best fit your style, needs, and allowance.

Step 2: Pricing Evaluation

After determining your preferences, we’ll send your building plans to the chosen vendors for initial pricing. If the quoted price fits within your allowance, we will proceed to the next step. If not, we will revisit your options and work with you to adjust the plan to better align with your financial expectations.

Step 3: Meeting With the Cabinet Supplier

Once a vendor or supplier is selected, Kimball Construction will coordinate a meeting between you and the cabinet supplier. This allows you to tweak and personalize the cabinet design to match your vision for your custom home.

Step 4: Design Review

After finalizing the design, the cabinet supplier will send the completed plans and a quote to Kimball Construction. We’ll carefully review the design and dimensions to ensure everything aligns perfectly with your custom home’s building plans.

Step 5: Client Approval

Kimball Construction will present the finalized cabinet design to you for approval. This step ensures you are completely satisfied with the look, functionality, and pricing before moving forward.

Step 6: Ordering and Installation

Once you approve the design, Kimball Construction will place the order with the supplier and handle the installation. Our team will install the cabinets precisely, fitting seamlessly into your custom home’s design.

Key Considerations When Selecting Cabinets

Regardless of the source, keep these factors in mind when choosing cabinets:

1. Allowance and Budget: Define your financial limits upfront to guide your choices without sacrificing quality.
2. Space and Functionality: Consider the layout, storage needs, and intended use of each space in your home.
3. Style and Finish: Match cabinet finishes and styles to the overall design of your custom home.
4. Durability and Quality: Choose materials that can withstand daily use and match the level of quality you expect in your custom home.
5. Warranty and Support: Ensure your purchase includes reliable warranties and after-sales service.

Conclusion

Selecting cabinets for your custom home is an exciting step that requires thoughtful consideration of style, functionality, and allowance. Whether you explore online platforms, visit local stores, or work closely with Kimball Construction to make the best choices, each option provides unique advantages. With the right cabinets, your custom home will achieve the perfect balance of beauty and practicality.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does Kimball Construction assist with cabinet selection?
Kimball Construction guides you through the cabinet selection process by helping you evaluate options, recommending trusted vendors, and ensuring your choices align with your custom home’s design.

2. Are online cabinets durable enough for a custom home?
Yes, many online options, particularly high-quality RTA and pre-assembled cabinets, are suitable for custom homes. We can help identify options that meet your durability expectations.

3. How long does it take to receive cabinets from online vendors?
Delivery times vary, but most online orders from vendors like Cabinets.com arrive within 4-6 weeks.

4. What’s the advantage of visiting local stores for cabinet selection?
Seeing cabinets in person allows you to assess quality, feel materials, and ensure finishes match your vision for your custom home.

5. Can I combine stock cabinets with custom-designed features?
Yes, combining stock cabinets with custom accents is a practical way to achieve a unique look while staying within your allowance.

6. What should I consider when choosing cabinet finishes?
Order samples to ensure finishes complement your flooring, countertops, and overall design aesthetic.

7. Does Kimball Construction handle cabinet installation?
Yes, once the cabinet design is finalized, Kimball Construction will order and install the cabinets as part of your custom home project.