Premium Cabinets – Frequently Asked Questions
About Premium Cabinets
Premium Cabinets helps homeowners and professionals simplify the cabinet buying process by providing high-quality, semi-custom cabinets at strong value. Through a nationwide network of local dealers, we design kitchens, bathrooms, and other spaces specifically for each customer—balancing quality, functionality, style, and budget.
Our process is designed for people who feel overwhelmed by too many options or unclear pricing. We focus on clarity, durability, and service, offering better construction standards and local accountability than big-box stores, while delivering faster timelines and better value than many custom cabinet shops.
This FAQ answers common questions about materials, pricing, lead times, design, installation, financing, and how Premium Cabinets compares to other cabinet options.
Who is Premium Cabinets best for?
Premium Cabinets is best for homeowners who want high-quality cabinets at a strong value and feel overwhelmed by the cabinet or remodeling process. Most of our customers want help simplifying decisions, understanding options, and getting a great result without stress.
We design each kitchen, bathroom, or space specifically for the customer, balancing quality, function, accessories, and budget.
We also work with contractors, builders, flippers, and fire and flood restoration companies.
Who is Premium Cabinets not a good fit for?
We may not be the best fit if you are only looking to refinish existing cabinets, replace doors only, or need ultra-custom, one-off millwork with no budget constraints.
Is Premium Cabinets a national company or a local business?
Premium Cabinets operates through a network of locally owned dealerships across the United States. You work directly with a local dealer while benefiting from national purchasing power and proven systems.
What type of materials are your cabinets made of?
Most cabinets feature ½” plywood boxes, ¾” solid wood frames and doors, ¾” shelves, solid wood dovetailed drawers, and durable hinges and slides. Some shaker styles use MDF center panels to prevent warping.
How do your cabinets arrive? Are they fully assembled?
Most customers choose fully assembled cabinets. Cabinets arrive ready to install unless otherwise requested.
What’s your typical lead time?
Typical lead times are 3–6 weeks. Rush options may be available sooner. Highly customized projects may take 8–12 weeks. Over 95% of customers choose semi-custom cabinets that balance value and timeline.
Do you help with cabinet design?
Yes. We offer a free design consultation for your first in-person or virtual appointment.
Do you take measurements or should I measure myself?
We can work with either. Many customers measure themselves successfully, but final measurements must be accurate to within 1/16 of an inch. We strongly recommend professional measurements for anyone not fully confident.
How much should I budget for new kitchen cabinets?
Every kitchen is designed specifically for the customer. Pricing depends on size, layout, quality, features, and accessories.
- Typical range: $5,000 to $100,000+
- Most kitchens: $6,000–$25,000
- Average kitchen: $10,000–$12,000 (varies by region)
How does Premium Cabinets compare to Home Depot or Lowe’s?
Premium Cabinets offers slightly higher construction standards, local accountability through dedicated dealers, and better timelines and attention to detail. Pricing is often equal to or less than big-box stores, with a significantly better experience.
How does Premium Cabinets compare to fully custom cabinet shops?
Fully custom shops either offer low quality at lower prices or very high quality at premium pricing. Premium Cabinets focuses on semi-custom solutions that deliver most of the flexibility homeowners want at better value and faster turnaround.
What’s the difference between stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinets?
- Stock: Common sizes and styles with limited options.
- Semi-custom: More sizes, styles, and modification options with reasonable cost and lead times
- Custom: Built from scratch. High-quality custom cabinets are expensive; lower-cost versions often use inferior materials.
Do your cabinets come with a warranty
Yes. We offer a lifetime warranty on craftsmanship, including cabinet construction, hinges, and rails. Cosmetic damage is not covered.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available and applying does not affect your credit score. Terms vary by credit profile.
Where can I see your cabinets or meet with a dealer?
Visit https://premiumcabinets.com/locations to find your local dealer. Meetings can be in-person, on-site, or virtual.