How Much Are New Kitchen Cabinets?
A kitchen is the single expensive room to remodel, and even cosmetic improvements (painting the existing cabinets and walls, replacing the sink, faucet, and hardware, adding pendant lighting, and upgrading the electrical). The cost of new kitchen cabinets can vary widely, depending on their quality, style, materials, and the way they are manufactured, such as flatpack, factory-assembled, or custom-made. While there are plenty of affordable options available, as with most things the higher-end and bespoke options will significantly increase the costs. Budget Options For small galley kitchens, a set of eight units can be purchased for approximately £1,200–£1,800. These are generally flat-pack options, meaning you might need to factor in additional costs for installation. However, opting to install them yourself can offer substantial savings.
Mid-Range Options
Cabinets that are factory-assembled and offer customizable features like colours, sizes,
and textures usually start at around £3,600 for a set of eight, not including the cost of installation.
The prices for these options tend to increase with more customizability and range variety.
High-End Options
Bespoke cabinetry, which includes highly customised designs and smart features to enhance kitchen functionality, begins at prices upwards of £12,000.
Experts in kitchen design emphasise the significance of thoughtful layout and cabinet design in bespoke kitchens, as well as the impact of style, finish,
smart storage solutions, and custom colour options.
It is worth noting that, according to industry experts, kitchen furniture can account for 40%–50% of the total cost of a kitchen project, depending on these factors.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation Costs
The average national rate for installing kitchen cabinets is approximately £275 for an 8-hour day.
In London, however, the cost for professional services like kitchen fitting (or plumbers/electricians etc.) ranges from 20% to 40% higher than the national average.
As a result, in London, you can expect to pay between £330 to £390 per day.
