How Much Do Custom Kitchen Cabinets Cost in Atlanta?
Most Atlanta custom kitchen-cabinet projects land between $8,000 and $30,000. Here's how to know where yours will fall.
Custom kitchen cabinets are usually the largest line item in a kitchen remodel, so it pays to understand the pricing before you start. In the Atlanta metro, most custom cabinet projects fall between $8,000 and $30,000 installed — but where you land depends on a few clear factors.
What a custom kitchen typically costs in Atlanta
These figures cover cabinetry, hardware, and professional installation. Countertops, appliances, flooring, and plumbing are separate.
- Small/galley kitchen: $8,000 – $14,000
- Average suburban kitchen: $14,000 – $22,000
- Large kitchen with island & pantry: $22,000 – $35,000+
What drives kitchen cabinet pricing
- Linear feet of cabinetry — the number-one cost driver.
- Door style & finish — painted and two-tone cost more than stained or thermofoil.
- Box construction — plywood boxes and dovetail drawers cost more than particleboard.
- Specialty cabinets — tall pantries, custom hoods, and trash pull-outs add cost.
- Island size and whether it includes seating or a second sink.
Custom vs. stock vs. semi-custom
Stock cabinets are the cheapest and come in fixed sizes — fine for standard layouts but limited. Semi-custom adds more sizes and finishes. Custom cabinets are built to your exact dimensions and finishes, which is where you get a true fitted look, full-height pantries, and a hood that matches your range.
If your kitchen has odd angles, tall ceilings, or you want a specific painted color, custom is usually worth the premium. For a builder-standard rectangular kitchen, semi-custom may be enough.
Are custom cabinets more expensive than IKEA?
Yes — IKEA and stock cabinets are cheaper up front. Custom cabinets cost more because they're built to your exact space and finishes, with sturdier construction and a fitted look that stock can't match.
How long do custom kitchen cabinets take?
From design approval to installation is typically 4–8 weeks in the Atlanta area, depending on finish and project size.
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