Where does cabinetry fit your project?
Pick the closest match. Each one shows how we handle that kind of job, then you can go deeper or book a visit.
For homeowners: Cabinetry
Planned for the home you live in, with the work done in order and the site kept clean.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For custom homes: Cabinetry
Included in the full new-build plan, with the trades coordinated under one lead.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For commercial spaces: Cabinetry
Scheduled around occupancy, built to the commercial code and the building use.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For high-rise buildings: Cabinetry
Planned for vertical access, fire separation, sound and the building schedule.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For renovations: Cabinetry
Scoped with the rest of the renovation so the trades work in the right order.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
Cabinetry
Cabinets and built-in storage installed level and secure, with the doors and drawers working properly for years.
How this guide works
Cabinets are the working parts of a kitchen, bathroom or built-in. They have to be level, plumb and fixed securely. Work through the decisions in order.
Decision 1: Where cabinetry is used
Cabinetry goes into kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, offices and commercial fit-outs. The use sets the load, the finish and the access.
| Use | Typical cabinetry | What matters most |
|---|---|---|
| Residential kitchens | Base, wall and tall units | Layout, clearances, levelling |
| Bathrooms | Vanities and linen units | Water resistance, plumbing fit |
| Commercial fit-outs | Heavy-duty millwork | Durability, fire rating, access |
Our pick: Plan the layout against the plumbing and electrical first. Cabinets are installed to the room, not the plan.
Decision 2: Cabinet type and construction
Cabinets are built as framed or frameless boxes, in different materials. The construction affects the strength, the look and the price.
| Construction | Good for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Framed | Traditional look, strong face frame | Smaller openings |
| Frameless | Modern look, more storage | Needs accurate install |
| Melamine or plywood box | Durable, budget-friendly | Edge finish matters |
Our pick: Frameless for modern kitchens. Framed for traditional looks and older homes.
Decision 3: Levelling and fixing
Cabinets are levelled and fixed to the wall studs and the floor. An uneven wall is scribed or shimmed before the cabinets go on.
| Step | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Find the studs | Strong fixing to the wall |
| Level the run | Doors and drawers close square |
| Shim and scribe | Fills the gap to an uneven wall |
Our pick: Level the first cabinet and check every one after. A bad level shows in every door.
Decision 4: Hardware and adjustment
Hinges, drawer slides and handles decide how the cabinets feel every day. They are set and adjusted after install.
| Item | Check |
|---|---|
| Hinges | Doors close flush with even gaps |
| Drawer slides | Run smoothly, fully extend |
| Handles and pulls | Aligned and tight |
Our pick: Adjust the doors and drawers after install. It is the step that makes the cabinets feel right.
Decision 5: Countertop and trades
Countertops, backsplashes, sinks and appliances connect to the cabinets. Templates and tolerances need to be checked before the top is cut.
| Connection | What to check |
|---|---|
| Countertop template | Taken after cabinets are level |
| Sink and plumbing | Cut-outs and clearances |
| Appliances | Panel and clearance sizes |
Our pick: Install the cabinets first and template the countertop after. It avoids costly remakes.
Decision 6: Warning signs and timing
Cabinets show their problems in the doors and the drawers first. These signs mean the fixing or the level needs checking.
| Sign | Act by |
|---|---|
| Doors sagging or uneven gaps | Checking the level and the hinges |
| Drawers binding or sticking | Adjusting the slides |
| Cabinet pulling from the wall | Checking the fixings to the studs |
Our pick: Check the fixings to the studs first. A cabinet that pulls away is a safety issue.
Decision 7: Permits and inspection
Installing cabinets usually needs no permit. Moving plumbing or electrical for the layout does, and those trades need their own inspections.
| Scope | Check |
|---|---|
| Cabinets only | Usually no permit |
| Moving sink or plumbing | Plumbing permit and inspection |
| Moving outlets or circuits | Electrical permit and inspection |
Our pick: Confirm any relocation before the cabinets are fixed. It is cheaper to move a line before the install.
Decision 8: Coordination with the other trades
Cabinets sit between the plumbing, the electrical, the flooring and the countertop. Each has to be ready for the cabinets to go in.
| Trade | What cabinets need |
|---|---|
| Plumbing and electrical | Rough-in in place before the cabinets |
| Flooring | Installed before the base cabinets go on |
| Countertop | Templated after the cabinets are level |
| Backsplash | Set after the countertop |
Our pick: Rough-in and flooring first, cabinets second, countertop last.
Decision 9: Warranty and maintenance
Cabinet hardware and finishes need checking and care. Simple adjustments keep the doors and drawers working for years.
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Hinges | Adjusted when doors sag |
| Drawer slides | Cleaned and lubricated as needed |
| Finish | Cleaned with a gentle product |
Our pick: Adjust the hardware as soon as a door moves. It is quick and it stops wear.
Questions
Can you install cabinets I bought?
Yes. We check the fit and the install before it goes in.
Do you do custom cabinets?
We can coordinate custom cabinetry through a millwork partner.
Will the cabinets be level?
Yes. We level the cabinets as part of the install.
Talk to the Plug
Tell us the room, the cabinet type and the countertop plan. We check the walls, the levels and the trades, then install to the room.
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