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title: "Kitchen Remodel: Prefabricated vs. Custom Cabinets"
description: When remodeling your kitchen one must decide whether to choose custom kitchen cabinets or prefabricated kitchen cabinets. Here are the pros and cons...
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# [Kitchen Remodel: Prefabricated vs. Custom Cabinets](https://www.baycitiesconstruction.com/blog/bid/56764/kitchen-remodel-prefabricated-vs-custom-cabinets)

 Written by [Lydia Solis](https://www.baycitiesconstruction.com/blog/author/lydia-solis) | Jun 3 2012

Custom kitchen cabinets or prefabricated kitchen cabinets, that is the question? This is a tough question for those remodeling their kitchen. Custom cabinets offer quality and craftsmanship and customization, while prefabricated cabinets are a less expensive option. In this article we will give you the pros and cons of both cabinetry styles. We hope that this information makes kitchen cabinetry decision easier.

1. **Price**
2. **Time**
3. **Customization**
4. **Finishes**
5. **Layout**

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Want to Learn More?

If you want to learn more about kitchen & bathroom remodeling I have over 200 articles for you to learn the ins-and-outs of home remodeling in the South Bay. Here are some articles that I think you will find useful.

- [How Much Does it Cost to Remove Load-Bearing Walls?](https://www.baycitiesconstruction.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-remove-a-wall)
- [Top Kitchen Trends in the South Bay](https://www.baycitiesconstruction.com/blog/los-angeles-kitchen-trends-what-to-expect-in-2020)
- [Popular Kitchen Designs & Layouts](https://www.baycitiesconstruction.com/blog/bid/51466/popular-kitchen-designs-open-floor-plan-kitchens)
- [Open Concept Kitchen Design Ideas.](https://www.baycitiesconstruction.com/blog/open-concept-kitchen-remodel-removing-load-bearing-walls)

You’ll have to shop around to find quality custom cabinets. However, your contractor will more than likely do this for you. For prefabricated, you can go directly to a home improvement store or a leading manufacturer. Last but not least… REMEMBER, whether it be custom kitchen cabinets or prefabricated kitchen cabinets, make sure it comes with a good warranty!

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