What type of cabinet project do you need?

Stock cabinets: $75–$200 per linear foot installed. Semi-custom: $150–$400/ft. Fully custom: $500–$1,200/ft. A typical 25 linear foot kitchen costs $2,000–$5,000 for stock, $4,000–$10,000 for semi-custom, or $12,000–$30,000 for fully custom cabinets.

Cabinet refacing costs 40–60% less than full replacement — typically $4,000–$10,000 vs. $8,000–$25,000 for a standard kitchen. Refacing makes sense when your cabinet boxes are solid and you’re happy with the layout. Replace if boxes are damaged, the layout needs changing, or you want soft-close features.

Plywood boxes with hardwood doors are the gold standard for durability and value. Solid wood throughout is premium but can warp. MDF (medium-density fiberboard) doors are affordable and paint well but can’t be refinished. Avoid particleboard boxes — they swell and disintegrate when exposed to moisture.

New cabinet installation takes 2–5 days for an average kitchen. Cabinet refacing takes 3–5 days. Custom cabinets have a 6–12 week manufacturing lead time before installation begins. Plan for 1–2 additional days if countertops need to be templated and installed afterward.