During kitchen remodeling, one of the areas you'll be focusing on is your kitchen cabinets. You have three choices in your type of cabinets: stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinets. Stock cabinets are made in the assembly line, meaning they come in predefined sizes, shapes, and colors. 

Semi-custom cabinets are also pre-built but have customization options, including wood type, color, and dimensions. Custom cabinets are built on-site and can be customized according to your specifications and space. Granted, custom cabinets cost more to install than stock or semi-custom cabinets. But are they worth it? Read on to learn more.  

Custom Cabinets Give You Added Space and Storage Options

Every inch counts when you have a small kitchen space. You don't want your items cluttering up your kitchen counters. Thus, you would benefit from having specifically designed spaces to keep your kitchen appliances and reduce visible clutter. 

With kitchen cabinets, you can utilize every inch on your walls for storage space. For example, custom cabinet contractors can make you a cabinet with bi-fold hinges or pocket doors to store your toaster when you're not using it. They can also customize unique slides and pull-outs, which isn't possible with stock and semi-custom cabinets. 

Higher Quality Craftsmanship

Properly designed and installed custom cabinets have been proven to have a longer lifespan than stock cabinets. This is largely because of the way both types of cabinets are made. Stock cabinets are produced in bulk at the assembly lines to serve the needs of the market. In contrast, custom cabinets are designed on-site and are specifically made for you. 

While stock cabinets can be pierced together using inexpensive glues and nails, you have the power to pick the details in your custom cabinets. The high level of craftsmanship in custom cabinetry means you end up with top-quality and long-lasting cabinets. 

You Can Customize Your Colors and Finish Options

Since stock cabinets come already designed, you're limited in colors, finish, material, and even hardware. As a result, it becomes difficult to ingrain your personal style and preferences in your kitchen. 

With custom cabinets, you can match your kitchen to your preferred colors. Also, you can choose between different door styles and finish options to create a kitchen that reflects your exquisite tastes.

Eco-Friendly Approach

When you buy already-made stock cabinets, you can't be sure where the materials are sourced from or the type of ecological footprint they have had. Luckily, you have the freedom to pick the type of materials to use when crafting your custom cabinets. You can choose recycled materials or woods that don't have any negative impact on the environment.