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Stock, Semi-Custom, & Custom Cabinet Services, Explained

Purchasing new cabinets is an exciting prospect. But it can also be a confusing one. What is the difference between stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinet services? And how do you know which one to choose?

We have the answers. Here are stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinet services, explained.

Stock Cabinet Services

Stock cabinet services are the most affordable of the three options. But there’s a tradeoff. You won’t have the ability to customize your cabinets or fit them to your space.  And often, stock cabinets sacrifice quality.

You’ll need to be careful if you’re considering purchasing stock cabinets. While stock cabinets conform to standard sizes, there can be a wide variety in materials and craftmanship.

For example, many stock cabinets are constructed from particleboard or plywood. Some of the cheapest stock cabinets even include cardboard in their construction! If you are looking for durable cabinets that will stand the test of time, pay close attention to the materials your cabinets are made from.

Here at Edgewood Cabinetry, we craft our stock cabinets with the same care you can expect from our semi-custom and custom cabinets. They are simply standard size cabinets.

We never cut corners! Our stock cabinets are constructed from all wood. They also feature soft close hardware. Plus, we include a designed layout and professional installation.

Stock cabinets are wonderful if you want an affordable option and don’t need customization. Keep in mind, though, that stock cabinets come in predetermined sizes. So you may experience gaps where the cabinets do not completely fill your walls.

Semi-Custom Cabinet Services

Semi-custom cabinet services combine the affordability of stock cabinets with a few custom elements. For example, you can select different hardware. Or choose custom accessories to gain more function from your cabinets. Lazy Susans, drawer organizers, and pull-outs are excellent choices.

Additionally, you can customize the shade of paint or stain you prefer. We’re even able to color-match your cabinets! Just bring in a sample. We’ll be happy to match the shade.

You may still experience gaps with semi-custom cabinets. But you can choose custom elements to fill them. Add a shelf for your favorite knick-knacks. Include a spice rack. Or just dress your cabinets up with custom trim.

For many people, semi-custom cabinets strike the perfect balance between stock and fully custom cabinets. You’re still limited to stock cabinet sizes. But you can add a few personal touches.  That may be all the customization you need!

Custom Cabinet Services

Custom cabinet services are the most expensive of the three options. But they also offer you unlimited possibilities. So if your space and budget allow it, we can build it!

With custom cabinet services, you control every detail of your cabinets. Choose your favorite wood species. Select the perfect color. And pick out your own unique hardware. Plus, since custom cabinets are built to fit your space, you won’t have to worry about unsightly gaps.

Edgewood Cabinetry offers a full range of custom cabinet options. Include spice racks, drawer organizers, pull-downs, and more. We can even customize your range hood to match your new cabinets! Need a larger cabinet for oversize appliances? We can do that, too!

Furthermore, don’t be afraid to think outside the box! Want a custom kitchen island? No problem. Dreaming of a home bar? We’ll make it a reality.

At Edgewood Cabinetry, we work with you to design exactly the cabinets you want. And we’ll keep you involved at every step of the process. We want to be sure you’re satisfied!

The sky is the limit with custom cabinets! But remember, due to the design and customization process, custom cabinet services take the longest of the three options. However, they are well worth the wait. Your beautiful new cabinets will fit seamlessly into your home and cater to your unique needs.

Whether you opt for stock, semi-custom, or custom cabinet services, we hope you’ll choose Edgewood Cabinetry for your cabinet needs.

Still have questions about which cabinet service is right for you? We’re happy to help! Just contact us here. We’ll be in touch soon!

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Like to Entertain? 7 Features to Make an Ultimate Household Entertainment Center

If you love to entertain, then a great entertainment center is a must. Whether you host game nights at your house, invite friends to binge your favorite show, or your children have regular sleepovers, a top-notch entertainment center elevates the experience. Here are seven features to make an ultimate entertainment center you and your guests are sure to enjoy.

1. Adjustable TV Mount

Let’s face it, tastes and technology change over time. So if you’re going to invest in a custom-built entertainment center, one of the best features you can include is an adjustable TV mount. That’s because it allows your entertainment center to grow with you. Consequently, your entertainment center will work just as well for your next TV as it does for the one you currently have.

2. Built-In Bookcases

Built-in bookcases give your entertainment center an elegant appearance. They also provide the perfect way to display favorite photos, knick knacks, and novels, or to organize your media. Don’t forget to combine your bookcases with bottom cabinets if you’d like out-of-sight storage for less attractive items, too.

3. Cable Organization and Storage

Speaking of stowing away unsightly items, you’ll definitely want to add cable organization and storage to your custom entertainment center. After all, nothing looks worse than a jumble of tangled cables! It instantly ruins the look of your entertainment center and is distracting to guests. With built-in cable organization and storage, however, your cords and cables will be neatly organized and tucked out of sight. But don’t worry, they’re still easily accessible so you can reach them when necessary.

4. Accessory Storage

Along the same lines, accessory storage is a wonderful feature to include. It helps keep all your accessories easily accessible but out of sight when you’re not using them. This feature is perfect if your family is always losing remotes and controllers. Instead of having controllers strewn all over the room and remotes jammed between the sofa cushions, you’ll have a designated space to store them. As a result, you won’t have to search all over the house every time you want to use your TV or consoles!

5. Fitted Fireplace

Having an entertainment center in the same room as your fireplace often results in awkward placements. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to fit a prefabricated entertainment center around a fireplace, so many people end up with it awkwardly stuck in a corner. Fortunately, with a fitted fireplace entertainment center, that’s no longer a problem. We’ll build your entertainment center around your fireplace, so you can enjoy your fireplace and your TV at the same time. Can you think of anything more inviting on a cold winter’s day?  

6. Glass Display Doors

If you have items you’d like to display but don’t quite trust leaving out in the open, glass display doors are a perfect solution. They’re an attractive way to protect valuable items. And they’re also great for keeping dust off your components. Plus, if you have components that use infrared remotes, glass display doors are indispensable. Without them, you’ll need to store your components on a shelf instead.

7. Speaker Stands

If you’ve invested in a high-quality audio system, you don’t want to be hampered by an entertainment center that prevents you from using it to the best of its ability. Thankfully, you can put your speakers exactly where you need them with custom-built speaker stands. Just imagine how incredible your next party or movie night will be!

Your entertainment center is on display any time you entertain. So make sure you have all the features you need to make the ultimate household entertainment center. At Edgewood cabinetry, we can custom-build your new entertainment center to fit any style and any room. Plus, we have tons of options and accessories to help bring your dream entertainment center to life.  So what are you waiting for?

Contact us here to get started!

 

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9 Custom Features Every Closet Needs

If there’s one thing most homeowners agree upon, it’s that there’s never enough closet space. That’s a problem, because having adequate storage space in your closets helps you keep your wardrobe organized and helps the rest of your home stay tidy. Investing in a custom closet can ease your storage headaches, but what should you include? Here are nine custom features every closet needs.

1. Custom-Sized Hanging Areas

A lot of closet space is wasted with single rods or hanging areas that are all the same height. Custom-sized hanging areas allow you to use every inch of your space. And because you can customize the height to fit your needs, you won’t have to worry about long items bunching up or having tons of wasted space below your clothing. Create separate hanging ares for long items like dresses and coats, while hanging shorter items like pants and shirts on shorter racks. You’ll be able to neatly organize your entire wardrobe and free up space for additional features.

2. Shoe Racks

Shoes tend to pile up and create a mess when we don’t have adequate storage. And expensive shoes can be damaged if they’re not stored properly. Adding a custom shoe rack to your closet provides you with the space you need to keep all your shoes organized and protected. Plus, you can customize it to fit your shoes, so all your boots, flats, tennis shoes, and pumps will fit perfectly into your new shoe rack.

3. Custom Organizers

Custom organizers allow you to make the most out of your space. Features like dividers for seasonal clothing, drawer organizers, and filing bins for photos or special documents help you neatly store everything you need while also keeping it accessible. Instead of jumbles of clothing, accessories, and papers, you’ll have a perfectly organized space, and you’ll always be able to find what you need.

4. Lazy Susans

When it comes to storing items like ties, scarves, and jewelry, nothing beats a lazy Susan. They keep your accessories from tangling and rotate so you can easily see your entire collection and select what you want for the day. In larger closets, you can also use lazy Susans to create a rotating hanging system to more easily access your wardrobe. They’re especially nice for storing your coats!

5. Accessory Drawers

Accessory drawers are helpful for storing small items like socks, jewelry, scarves, and more. Accessory drawers also fit nicely in what may otherwise be unused or inaccessible space. Consider placing less frequently used items in high or low drawers, while keeping items you use regularly within easy reach.

6. Laundry Hamper

Including a built-in, slide-out hamper in your closet gives you a place to put laundry when you change so you’re not tempted to toss it aside until later. And it eliminates the need for unsightly plastic baskets. Your laundry will stay neatly tucked away until you’re ready to take it to the wash.

7. Shelves

If you’re used to a reach-in closet with a single rod and shelf, you’ve probably found yourself wishing you had more shelf space available. Adding custom shelves to your closet gives you a space to store seasonal clothing, sentimental items, hats, photo boxes, or anything else you’d like to keep in your closet.

8. Behind-the-Door Storage

If you think about it, you probably have empty space behind your closet door. Make that space work to your advantage by adding behind-the-door storage for small or lightweight items like hats, purses, or hair accessories.

9. Helpful Extras

Think about what would really help you use your closet better. In smaller closets, it might be something as simple as adding a mirror or an additional hook to hang clothing while you change. If you have a larger closet, maybe you’d like to add features like seating, a folding table, or even a vanity. Remember, custom closets are all about making your closet fit your personal needs, so choose the extras that work for you.

Ready to add custom features to your closet? Contact us today to get started.

 

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