"Michael is professional, a perfectionist, great craftsman and easy to work with. He painted, installed cabinets and drawers and built an island for our kitchen. The cabinets were not made the way Michael had specified. Michael was able to save the day by adding trim to them. It's been six years since Michael helped with our remodel and our cabinets, drawers and island still look beautiful! Michael has done two other projects for us. I'll give him five stars on everything!"
"We love our cabinets! They look fantastic while remaining affordable. The friendly staff at AWD helped us from start to finish. They are very knowledgeable and gave us advice and tips when needed. They were receptive and patient with our ever-changing needs. Once we finalized our purchase, we received our cabinets within two weeks! The cabinets are very sturdy and the color is beautiful. The hinges and hardware are high quality. We are extremely pleased with AWD and would recommend them to any friends or family looking for good cabinets at a fair price."
Holyoak Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Josel Construction & Development is a premier custom home builder and luxury remodeling firm serving the Sun Valley and Wood River Valley regions of Idaho. With a reputation built on integrity, craftsmanship, and client trust, we specialize in architecturally distinct homes and transformative residential remodels that reflect the unique vision and lifestyle of each homeowner.\n\nLed by Jack Josel, a hands-on builder with a deep respect for detail and old-world quality, our team partners with discerning clients, architects, and designers to deliver homes of lasting value. Whether we’re breaking ground on a new custom build or reimagining a mountain retreat, we approach each project with precision, transparency, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.\n\nAt Josel Construction & Development, we don’t just build homes—we bring visions to life with enduring beauty and purpose.
If you’re brave enough to tackle building your own cabinet bases, you’re brave enough to install them yourself. You’ll need a stud finder to get you started, but the installation will be a breeze if you’ve already done all the hard work to build the cabinet bases yourself. If you’re hanging upper cabinets, you’ll need a helper, though, to balance the weight of the cabinets and make the process easier.
Yes, you can find inset cabinets that come in the same standard sizes as other types of kitchen cabinets. Or, as is the case with any type of cabinet, you can order custom inset cabinets in any dimensions you want. That said, inset cabinets sometimes have less storage space compared to frameless ones.
There are several ways to save money and keep costs down when building an outdoor kitchen. Building on an existing patio can reduce the cost of a new foundation, especially if it's close to the house. You can also save on utility line installation by opting out of a sink and using a built-in propane or charcoal grill. If you have the skills, tackling parts of the project yourself—like building or finishing cabinets, installing fixtures, and constructing seating—can lead to significant savings. Reusing appliances you already have is another great way to cut costs. Finally, consider starting small with just the essential components and adding more features over time as your budget allows.
While having an assistant to help ensure safety and to lend a hand is desirable, if someone isn't around to assist, you can install kitchen cabinets on your own. Normal kitchen cabinet installation starts with the upper wall cabinets. If you're working on your own, consider installing the bases first and building a temporary support structure on top of them to help you install the uppers.
Yes, there are some options for pre-built inset cabinets—and RTA ones, too—but the selection can be somewhat limited. Many homeowners who decide on inset cabinets choose to have them custom made.
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When refinishing your cabinets, you’ll need to consider the condition of your cabinets, budget, color, and stain preference. Find the cost to refinish cabinets in this guide.
All rooms require various storage solutions for everyone’s needs. Find ways to increase your cabinet storage space outside the kitchen to stay organized.
Beautiful hardware can make any space look more polished. This handy guide can help you decide if matching hardware is the right choice for your aesthetic.
