Same sample layout. Three cabinet buying paths.
One fixed sample kitchen: cabinet list and cabinet-only cost estimates across ready-to-assemble, Special-order / semi-custom, and custom cabinet shop.
This example uses one fixed KitchenFit sample kitchen — not your layout.
This sample kitchen
L-shaped sample layout with Wall A 171″ and Wall B 179″ (Wall C 165″ unused in this L). Refrigerator on Wall A, range on Wall B, sink on Wall B. No pantry in this sample layout.
L-shape · Wall A 171″ · Wall B 179″
Cost estimates for this sample
The same sample cabinet list, estimated for three ways to buy.
Your estimate is based on your cabinet list — not just the length of your walls. Drawer bases, tall cabinets, corners and pull-outs all affect the result. Cabinet costs only. Countertops, installation, appliances, and other remodeling costs are separate.
Cabinet list for this sample
Generated from the sample layout — not a hand-typed example.
| # | Code | Description | Width | Height | Depth | Wall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B24 | Drawer base cabinet | 24" | 34.5" | 24" | A |
| 2 | B36 | Drawer base cabinet | 36" | 34.5" | 24" | A |
| 3 | B36 | Drawer base cabinet | 36" | 34.5" | 24" | A |
| 4 | CLR3 | Filler | 3" | 34.5" | 24" | A |
| 5 | F6 | Filler | 6" | 30" | 12" | A |
| 6 | FU36 | Wall cabinet | 36" | 12" | 24" | A |
| 7 | W30 | Wall cabinet | 30" | 30" | 12" | A |
| 8 | W36 | Wall cabinet | 36" | 30" | 12" | A |
| 9 | W36 | Wall cabinet | 36" | 30" | 12" | A |
| 10 | W36 | Wall cabinet | 36" | 30" | 12" | B |
| 11 | B30 | Drawer base cabinet | 30" | 34.5" | 24" | B |
| 12 | W36 | Wall cabinet | 36" | 30" | 12" | B |
| 13 | F3 | Filler | 3" | 34.5" | 24" | B |
| 14 | W24 | Wall cabinet | 24" | 30" | 12" | B |
| 15 | W24 | Wall cabinet | 24" | 30" | 12" | B |
| 16 | F2 | Filler | 2" | 30" | 12" | B |
| 17 | SINK | Sink base cabinet | 36" | 34.5" | 24" | B |
| 18 | TRASH | Trash pull-out cabinet | 18" | 34.5" | 24" | B |
| 19 | F2.5 | Filler | 2.5" | 34.5" | 24" | B |
| 20 | CORNER | Base corner unit | 36"×36" | 34.5" | 24" | — |
| 21 | CORNER | Wall corner unit | 27"×27" | 30" | 12" | — |
Sample kitchen cabinet list.
How the cabinet list affects the estimate
The sample’s 16 cabinets by type, and each type’s share of the cabinet estimate. The shares are the same for all three buying paths.
| Cabinet type | Qty | Share of estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Drawer base cabinets | 4 | 36% |
| Wall cabinets | 7 | 32% |
| Corner cabinets | 2 | 14% |
| Trash pull-out cabinet | 1 | 8% |
| Sink base cabinet | 1 | 5% |
| Cabinet above refrigerator | 1 | 4% |
| Filler strips | 5 | 1% |
Shares show how much each cabinet type adds to the estimate. They are not individual cabinet prices.
Why the same layout costs differently
A lower box price does not always mean a simpler project. What shows up first and what stays separate can differ by buying path.
| Buying path | What you may see first | What may still be separate |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-assemble | Lower cabinet-box price | Assembly, installation, fillers, trim, fitting, and problem-solving if parts are missing or damaged |
| Semi-custom | Cabinet package with more options and support | Installation, trim, field adjustments, and final fit |
| Custom cabinet shop | More integrated cabinet quote | Confirm installation, trim, finish details, site fitting, and what is excluded |
These estimates are based on the cabinets in this sample layout, not a generic per-foot estimate. How are these estimates calculated?
KitchenFit is an independent planning tool. Brand names are used only as familiar examples of cabinet buying options and do not imply affiliation, endorsement, or official pricing.