Your kitchen remodel is a big project, and one of the most significant parts is the cabinets. They account for 35% of your budget. Choosing kitchen cabinets can mean the difference between your remodel turning out stunning or going bust.

There are several options, and the decision-making process can get overwhelming. We’ve created this guide to help you find the perfect kitchen cabinets for your kitchen remodel.

Choose Your Type

The first thing you need to do is decide what type of cabinets you want to put in your kitchen. There are four basic types to choose from.

1. Base
2. Wall-mounted
3. Tall
4. Specialty units

Base cabinets are the ones under your countertops. Wall-mounted cabinets are the ones up higher over your counter. Tall cabinets are typically pantry cabinets that go from the floor to the ceiling. Specialty units are the cabinets built into the corner or specially built for a specific purpose. Sites like Lovech offer custom cabinets you can use to maximize the space you have and create a purposeful design.

Choose Your Grade

Your next decision is to choose the grade of your cabinets. This will significantly influence your kitchen remodeling cost.

• Ready to assemble
• Stock
• Semi-custom
• Custom

The most expensive cabinets are the custom option, but they also provide you with the most freedom and the best fit. Ready to assemble cabinets are going to be the most affordable, but they aren’t as durable as other options.

Choose the Construction

There are two types of construction that cabinets come in. Framed cabinets will have a 1.5-inch frame with rails and stiles. This construction will give you more flexibility when you go to choose the door type.

Your other option is a frameless construction. This is the European style of cabinet building. It will give you a more modern look and more access to the interior of the cabinets.

There is a third option of using open shelving. You should only consider this if you’re meticulously organized.

Choose Your Style

The style you choose should pair well with the style of the rest of your home. You don’t want to have a modern home and then have traditionally styled cabinets. Whichever style you end up choosing, you will want to find a reputable company that can provide the best supply and installation of high quality cabinets.

Slab cabinet fronts are modern looking with their smooth doors. A beaded style will look perfect in a country or farmhouse style kitchen. Shaker cabinets offer a clean look that can adapt well to a wide variety of styles.

Drawers vs. Cabinets

When it comes time to design your cabinets, you need to think about whether you want cabinets or drawers. The modern trend is to have more drawers than cabinets.

Using drawers lets you make better use of your space. If you like the look of doors better, you can hide pullout drawers behind cabinet doors.

Take Your Time Choosing Kitchen Cabinets

By following this decision-making process, you can make the process of choosing kitchen cabinets easier. By using a systematic approach, you can narrow down your options to what will work best for your needs and in your kitchen.

Check out the cleaning and organizing section of our blog to help you make your new kitchen organized.