Kitchen cabinet makers charge about R350-R600 per hour, depending on your location and your project. For individual cabinets, expect to pay around:
- R2000 to R6000 per cabinet for a basic design
- R6000 to R10000 per cabinet premium cabinet
- R12000 or more per cabinet for custom cabinets
South Africans renovate their kitchens more often than any other room in the average house, and kitchen cabinets can take up a surprising amount of the renovation.
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A dedicated kitchen cabinet maker can help you get exactly what you want in terms of kitchen storage, including a dedicated pantry, deep drawers, a wine rack and more.
Read this guide to find out how much kitchen cabinet makers charge and how to find the right professional for the job, including:
- Planning your kitchen cabinetry
- How much do kitchen cabinets cost?
- How much does a complete kitchen renovation cost?
- Choosing a kitchen cabinet maker
- Getting quotes from kitchen cabinet makers
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Planning your kitchen cabinetry
The first step is to measure your kitchen and get an idea of your kitchen design. You need to figure out how many cabinets and drawers you need and their sizes, which could be more than you expect.
A typical kitchen has some or all of the following elements:
- Base storage cabinets
- A drawer cabinet
- One or two corner cabinets
- A fridge cabinet
- A pantry
- A sink cabinet
- Overhead cabinets
How much do kitchen cabinets cost?
Kitchen cabinet makers charge R300-R500 per hour on average, depending on your location and the needs of your project. Expect to be charged a premium for custom cabinetry, anywhere from R700 per hour.
For individual cabinets, expect to pay around:
- R2000 to R6000 per cabinet for a basic design
- R6000 to R12000 per cabinet for a premium design
- R12000 or more per cabinet for custom cabinets with personalised features
Most of the difference in the cost of kitchen cabinets can be traced to the quality of materials they’re made from and the techniques used in their construction.
Most kitchen cabinets today are constructed from melamine, which refers to the tough outer coating. Underneath the usually white surface is either particle board or medium-density fibreboard (MDF). Better quality cabinets are made from MDF, which is a stronger material than particle board.
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How much does a complete kitchen renovation cost?
For professional installation of all cabinets in a kitchen, expect to pay around:
- R30000+ for budget kitchen cabinetry using melamine fronts
- R70000+ for mid-range cabinetry using polyurethane
- R100000+ for mid-range custom 2pac kitchen cabinetry
- R200000+ for high custom timber or 2pac kitchen cabinetry
Choosing a kitchen cabinet maker
Many kitchen builders have large workshops with modern equipment to streamline the cabinet-making process. Others may be small, local operations that compete with the larger services by having lower overheads.
Kitchen cabinet maker costs can vary between businesses and aren’t necessarily based on the size of their business. Any kitchen builder or cabinet maker you get a quote from should offer:
- Free measure and quote
- Free kitchen design
- A choice between a wide variety of kitchen benchtop materials
- A variety of door and drawer front materials
- Installation
During the design stage, pay attention to the service you receive from your kitchen designer. Do they give you good design ideas? Are they willing to help you stay within your budget? A good kitchen designer is there to help you get the best possible kitchen without breaking your budget.
If you’re building a new kitchen or doing a complete kitchen renovation, you might also need the services of a licensed carpenter or builder.
Getting quotes from kitchen cabinet makers
The best way of finding out the cost of your kitchen makeover is to get quotes from local kitchen cabinetmakers. This will give you a sense of what market rates are in your area.
To be sure you’re getting truly comparative quotes, choose your preferred benchtop and door front materials first and get quotes for the same kitchen design and materials. You will probably find that quotes vary considerably even for identical kitchens.
Also make sure your quotes are itemised and include all the services you need, including plumbing and electricity. The quote should also include start and completion dates and a payment schedule. Reputable kitchen cabinet makers do not require final payment until the job is completed to your satisfaction. This is your best guarantee of getting the kitchen you expect to get for your money.
