Free Planning Tool
Custom Kitchen & Cabinet Cost Calculator
Get a realistic project range in seconds. Adjust the options below and your estimate updates instantly. This is a preliminary planning range — final pricing is confirmed after an in-home measurement.
Estimated Project Range
$44,360 – $71,310
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Understanding the levers behind your estimate
What Drives the Number
Cabinetry pricing isn’t arbitrary — it’s the sum of specific choices. The biggest levers are the same ones in the calculator above:
- Construction (stock → semi-custom → custom): the single largest factor, reflecting how precisely the cabinetry is built to your space.
- Material: a plywood box and solid-wood doors cost more than MDF, and premium hardwoods more again.
- Layout complexity: islands, U-shapes, and intricate runs require more material and labor than a single wall.
- Finish: a multi-step painted or stained finish is more labor-intensive than a natural clear coat.
- Hardware and upgrades: soft-close mechanisms, pull-outs, and crown molding each add real, itemizable cost.
Because Alderwood designs, builds, and installs every project in-house, your written proposal reflects the actual cabinetry we’ll make — not a catalog price marked up through vendors. Ready to firm up your numbers? Request a consultation or explore our custom kitchen service.
Common questions about pricing
Cost Calculator FAQ
How much do custom kitchen cabinets cost?
Custom cabinetry is typically priced per linear foot and varies widely with construction, material, finish, and complexity. The calculator on this page gives a planning range based on your selections. Fully custom solid-wood cabinetry sits at the top of the range, while simpler plywood and painted options cost less. The figure is a preliminary estimate for cabinetry scope, not a quote.
What does this calculator include?
It estimates the cabinetry portion of a project — base and wall cabinets, door style, finish, and hardware, plus optional upgrades like soft-close hardware, crown molding, and pull-out organizers. It does not include appliances, countertops, flooring, lighting, or general construction, which are separate line items in a full remodel.
Why is custom cabinetry more expensive than stock?
Custom cabinetry is built to your exact space using furniture-grade materials, finer joinery, quality hardware, and hand-applied finishes. You are paying for materials, skilled labor, and a result engineered to last decades — rather than modular boxes sized to fit approximately.
Is this estimate accurate?
It is a preliminary planning estimate intended to set realistic expectations early. Your actual investment depends on final selections, site conditions, and installation. The only accurate figure comes from a design consultation and an in-home measurement of your specific kitchen.
How can I get a precise quote?
Use the full configurator to refine your selections, or request a consultation with our team. We measure your space in person, review your selections, and provide a detailed written proposal.
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