"We recently undertook a kitchen cabinet refinishing project with Got A Painter Cabinet Refinishing, and the results have exceeded our expectations. Their knowledgeable staff guided us through the entire process, helping us choose the perfect finish and color that matched our kitchen's existing trim work. The craftsmen from Got A Painter demonstrated skill and precision in transforming our cabinets which had been recently painted by an unqualified company, into the stunning focal point of our kitchen. We recommend Got A Painter for any kitchen cabinet refinishing project. Our kitchen has been transformed into a space that we love and we couldn't be happier with the results."
"We hired Raymond to paint our 2nd floor bedrooms, hall, and stairway at the recommendation of our Brother-in-law. After seeing the New Color Cabinets truck, I wondered who in the neighborhood was getting new cabinets – I needed cabinet doors and drawer fronts replaced. Turns out, that is Raymond’s main business. His painting was exceptional! He was professional, prompt and kind. His pricing was quite reasonable. We then hired him to work on our kitchen cabinet project. Again, pricing was very reasonable. As the project progressed, we added additional replacement hardware and decided to replace all the drawers. His recommendations were spot on. The cabinets look terrific, and we could not be happier. As you may know, one thing leads to another. We decided to have a backsplash installed to complement the newly renovated cabinets. Raymond’s sub-contractor, Ruben Paulin, did an excellent job. His attention to detail made a big difference in our project. We definitely recommend Raymond and New Color Cabinets for your next project."
"Words to describe Biango....flexible, collaborative, reasonable, partner. We met with a few different contractors to refinish our basement. Nick provided an estimate that was comparable to the others, but was the most flexible from the beginning. If we wanted to add something, the price obviously went up, but he also passed along any savings when he could. We knew what we wanted and Nick and I worked together to make it even better than what we envisioned. Every project has an obstacle and he was able to communicate those early and come up with even better ideas that we originally had. He also takes pride in quality work. He hand picks all the materials and fixes any issues if they occur. When I needed to make a design decision, he also spent time with me to talk through options. I highly recommend Biango Construction to all my friends!"
"Grandview Construction was hired to help with needed repairs due to water damage in our 3 bathrooms and laundry room .Jeremy and his crew worked from early morning to late afternoon in order to complete repairs on schedule. We were pleased with the quality of work and attention to detail . Grandview was honest and ethical in all our dealings and strived to consistently "go the extra mile" ... We plan to use Grandview on our next construction projects."
"Mark did a wonderful job, very experienced and knew what he was doing. My cabinets look brand new for a fraction of the cost to replace. At his suggestion, as part of his bid, we also installed new hinges to update the look. Mark was also very patient in trying to get a color match for what I wanted and had to do a couple of samples. Very clean with only a few minor dust ups for me. I would highly recommend."
Cabinet Contractors questions, answered by experts
Make sure your shelves are no more than 12 inches deep. Any deeper and it will become hard to access items towards the back of the shelf. Yet, for larger walk-in pantries, homeowners may prefer 15- to 18-inch shelving to make room for larger appliances and cookware.
It is typically cheaper to buy stock or semi-custom cabinets than to build custom ones. The price difference is significant:
Custom Cabinets: Cost between $500 and $1,200 per linear foot. This price is affected by materials, size, design complexity, and door styles. For instance, a simple slab door's materials might cost $60-$70, while a decorative mullioned glass door could be $100-$200.
Semi-Custom Cabinets: Cost between $150 and $700 per linear foot.
Stock Cabinets: Cost between $100 and $400 per linear foot.
While buying pre-built cabinets is more cost-effective, building custom cabinets allows for full modification to fit unique spaces, such as rooms with high ceilings or unusual layouts, which stock options cannot accommodate.
The term cupboards began in the Middle Ages to describe pieces of furniture that had open shelves and were used to display cups and plates. Today, they’re used less for display and more for concealed storage of a wide variety of items, from special occasion dishware to bedding or other linens.
Birch or maple plywoods have tight grain patterns and are dense species that hold up well over time and even in damp environments with proper sealing. These properties make them the most stable plywoods. Oak plywood is also an excellent option. However, care is necessary to ensure oak is well-sealed against moisture to ensure stability.
The cost to install a kitchen island ranges from $900 to $6,500, with an average price of around $4,800. The final cost depends on whether you buy a prefabricated unit or have one custom-built. Prefabricated kitchen islands are generally cheaper. A simple prefabricated cart can cost between $150 and $900, while a permanent, stationary prefabricated island costs from $900 to $5,000. A custom-built kitchen island averages around $4,800 but can cost $10,000 or more depending on factors like materials, size, design complexity, and accessibility.
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