Looking for a beautiful, budget-friendly kitchen without the wait? Stock cabinets deliver the fastest, most affordable path to a fresh look. Pre-made in popular sizes and finishes, they arrive quickly and install smoothly—so you can get back to cooking (and living) sooner.

• Value you can see: Great style at the lowest price point.

• Fastest timeline: In-stock or quick-ship options keep projects moving.

• Proven finishes: Today’s most requested colors and door styles.

• Hassle-free fit: Standard sizes that work perfectly for straightforward layouts.

Ideal for: budget-conscious updates, rentals and flips, laundry rooms, guest suites, or anyone who wants a clean, new look—fast.
Budget: $ | Timeline: Fast | Design Flexibility: Good (standard sizes/options)

Want a tailored fit and upgraded look without going fully custom? Semi-custom hits the sweet spot. Choose from expanded sizes, door styles, finishes, and storage features to dial in the design—while keeping pricing and lead times pleasantly reasonable.

• Sized to your space: More sizing options help eliminate awkward gaps.

• Designer finishes & doors: A wider palette to match your taste and home.

• Smart storage add-ons: Built-in organizers, pullouts, and soft-close everything.

• Quality step-up: Stronger construction and more detail for a polished result.

Ideal for: primary kitchens and baths where you want a refined, personalized look and smarter storage—without the custom price tag.
Budget: $$ | Timeline: Moderate | Design Flexibility: High

When every inch matters and “almost” isn’t good enough, custom is the gold standard. Crafted to your exact measurements and vision, custom cabinets offer unlimited design possibilities—from specialty woods and bespoke finishes to furniture-grade details and solutions for the trickiest spaces.

• Limitless design: Any size, any style, any finish—made to order.

• Precision fit: Perfect for unique floor plans, historic homes, and statement islands.

• Premium materials & craft: Heirloom-level construction and detailing.

• One-of-a-kind features: Integrated appliances, custom hoods, glass, metal, and more.

Ideal for: forever homes, luxury remodels, architectural showpieces, or unique layouts where design control and craftsmanship are paramount.
Budget: $$$ | Timeline: Longest | Design Flexibility: Unlimited

Think classic American cabinetry. Framed construction adds a solid wood “face frame” to the front of the cabinet box—about 1½ inches wide. Doors and drawers attach to this frame, so you see a slim border around each opening.

Overlay, in plain English: it’s how much of the frame the door covers.

• Partial overlay leaves some of the frame showing.

• Full overlay covers almost all of it for a cleaner look—similar to frameless—but with the strength of a frame behind it.

Pros 👍

• Strong and sturdy: The face frame adds rigidity, helping cabinets stay square through shipping and install.

• Works with many styles: Perfect for traditional, transitional, and farmhouse looks; the visible frame adds depth.

• Forgiving to install: The frame can help disguise small wall or floor imperfections.

• Lots of hinge choices: From fully concealed to decorative exposed hinges.

Cons 👎

• Slightly smaller openings: The frame narrows the opening a bit, which can make loading bulky items trickier.

• A touch less drawer space: Drawer boxes must be a bit narrower to clear the frame.

Frameless—or “full access”—cabinets skip the face frame altogether. Doors and drawers mount directly to the cabinet box with concealed hinges, creating tight, consistent gaps and a sleek, modern vibe.

Pros 👍

• Max storage, easy access: No frame means wider openings and more usable space.

• Bigger drawers: Drawer boxes can span nearly the full cabinet width.

• Clean, contemporary look: Crisp lines and minimal reveals suit modern and minimalist designs.

• Easy to wipe down: Smooth, continuous surfaces simplify cleaning.

Cons 👎

• Precision matters: Cabinets must be installed perfectly plumb and level; there’s no frame to hide misalignment.

• Box strength is key: Without a frame, durability depends on the cabinet box construction.

Inset is a premium take on framed construction. Doors and drawer fronts sit inside the face frame, flush with the cabinet front. It’s a beautiful, furniture-like look that requires careful craftsmanship for a perfect fit.

Pros 👍

• Timeless, high-end style: Clean lines and classic details signal custom quality.

• Solid and durable: You get the same sturdy, reinforced feel as standard framed cabinets.

• Smooth front surface: Doors don’t protrude—great for tighter walkways.

• Showcase hardware: Looks fantastic with traditional butt hinges and classic knobs/pulls.

Cons 👎

• Highest price point: The precision and labor drive cost up.

• Slightly less space: The frame and inset doors reduce opening size and a bit of interior depth.