5 Steps to Planning Your Kitchen

1. Define Your Needs

Consider how you use your kitchen, storage requirements, and lifestyle preferences.

2. Set Your Budget

Set a budget for cabinets, installation, and additional features.

3. Choose Your Style

Select from Traditional, Modern, or Transitional designs that match your home.

4. Plan Your Layout

Work with a dealer on a layout that fits how you cook and move through the kitchen.

5. Select Finishes

Choose colors, hardware, and accessories to complete your design.

Important Planning Considerations

Layout & Workflow

Consider the kitchen work triangle and traffic flow for optimal functionality.

Storage Solutions

Plan for adequate storage with cabinets, drawers, and organizational accessories.

Timeline & Installation

Allow 6-8 weeks for manufacturing plus 1-2 weeks for professional installation.
Kitchen measurement

Measurement Guidelines

Proper measurements make sure your cabinets fit. While professional measurement is recommended, these guidelines help you get started.

Basic Measurements Needed:

  • Overall room dimensions (length, width, height)
  • Window and door locations and sizes
  • Existing appliance dimensions
  • Plumbing and electrical locations
  • Ceiling height and any soffits or beams

Our dealers provide professional measurement services to ensure accuracy.

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Get Professional Design Help

This guide covers the basics. A Woodwork authorized dealer can measure your room, plan the layout, and price the cabinets.

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