Plan and design your cabinetry before you order.
Planning and designing your cabinetry before ordering is essential for the success of your project.
Taking the time to carefully consider your storage requirements, the layout of the room, and your personal style preferences can help you avoid costly mistakes and ensure that your cabinetry is functional and aesthetically pleasing.
Additionally, proper planning and design can also help you stay within budget and avoid delays or unexpected surprises during installation.
Here are five tips to assist with the planning and design process:
- Start your planning and design from and around your critical areas: The layout of the room will impact the placement and configuration of your cabinetry and appliances. Consider the location of windows and doors, as well as the flow of traffic through the room. Function and aesthetics are equally important.
- Determine your storage needs: Consider the items you need to store and how much space you require to store them. Make a list of everything you need to store, from small kitchen appliances to bulkier items like pots and pans. As you design the cabinetry check that you have sufficient storage for the items listed.
- Choose the right materials: Creating a mood board with all the colours and finishes will help you select compimentary materials that fits your personal style. Select materials that are durable for high traffic areas. Laminate, vinyl and painted doors are popular finishes for cabinetry, each with its unique set of pros and cons.
- Pay attention to details: Allow for filler panels to enable all doors and drawers to open in corners and against walls. The smallest details can make a significant difference in the overall appearance and functionality of your cabinetry. Think about features like lighting, hardware, and decorative accents that can add a touch of personality to your space.
- Work with a professional: If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about the design process, consider working with a professional designer or contractor who can provide guidance and expertise. A professional can help you create a design that meets your specific needs and preferences while staying within budget.
Below are several other resources to assist with the design and planning phase.
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0 resources availableFrequently Asked Questions
When you start a job, you have the option in the “Room settings” to choose if you want the hardware supplied and drilled for or drilled only. If you ask for hardware to be supplied, everything needed to build the cabinets will be included. Fixings for cabinet to cabinet and cabinets to wall is excluded.
At the moment we can only supply flatpacked due to staffing shortages. When we get a few more team members, we will start offering assembled cabinets. Some Pre-Designed options might only be assembled or flatpacked.
You will need a bit of experience to build and fit a kitchen. A decent range of good quality hand tools and saws will get you a long way. If you have a workbench and space on site, no workshop is required. We always recommend decent tools and a clean and tidy work place to get the best result.
Our product and service are designed for trade professionals. It is the responsibility of the person building the cabinets to make sure all screws are correct, not too long and fit for purpose.
Each part will have a label with a product number and description on. This will tell you which part of which cabinet it is. We recommend that you sort all parts per cabinet number before you start assembly. Leaning them gently against a wall works well.
We will do all the drilling for the hardware. You will need to cut some filler scribes and filler panels down that goes between the walls, floors, ceiling and cabinets and also make cut outs for plumbing and electrical services.
There is no rule that says you do need to have a qualification to buy and install our cabinets. A decent amount of experience is highly recommended, since our cabinets are designed and made mostly for trade professionals.
As our cabinetry is custom made based on specifications, we are unable to offer any returns or refunds. For this reason, please ensure all your specifications are entered correctly and double check your order before you submit. We will not be held liable for cabinetry that does not meet your specifications if you’re ordering is inaccurate.
If our product is delivered faulty or damaged, we will happily exchange it or refund you. Just send us an email with a photograph and our quality control officer will get back to you. Please note: The act of you signing for your product/s on pick-up is your acceptance that the product/s are free from damage. Please notify us of the damage before you accept product. We reserve the right to inspect claimed faulty or damaged products prior to agreeing to any part-refund, full refund or product exchange. If you would like to know more, feel free to get in touch.
Now’s the time to build your cabinetry ready to install.
Now you have your pre-designed cabinetry cut, it’s time to build your cabinetry. Depending on the pre-designed option, Provence Brothers can assemble your cabinetry, or you can construct it yourself.
If you choose to assemble the cabinetry yourself, follow these steps to make it a smooth and easy task.
- Have a flat and sturdy bench to build on and ensure that the bench is large enough to hold all of the pieces you’ll be working with, including the doors, panels, and hardware.
- Before you start assembly, get all your parts and tools laid out first. This will save a lot of time and effort, and make the process smoother. It’s also a good idea to work out a process that will work in your area.
- Fit hardware, like hinge plates, drawer runners, and bases of legs to cabinet panels before you assemble them. This will make it easier to work on and ensure everything fits together properly.
- Build the carcasses first, then the drawers, and slide them in as they are finished. Fit doors and fronts last to avoid damage during construction.
By following these steps, you can successfully build your pre-designed cabinetry and achieve a professional finish.
Resources
0 resources availableFrequently Asked Questions
When you start a job, you have the option in the “Room settings” to choose if you want the hardware supplied and drilled for or drilled only. If you ask for hardware to be supplied, everything needed to build the cabinets will be included. Fixings for cabinet to cabinet and cabinets to wall is excluded.
At the moment we can only supply flatpacked due to staffing shortages. When we get a few more team members, we will start offering assembled cabinets. Some Pre-Designed options might only be assembled or flatpacked.
You will need a bit of experience to build and fit a kitchen. A decent range of good quality hand tools and saws will get you a long way. If you have a workbench and space on site, no workshop is required. We always recommend decent tools and a clean and tidy work place to get the best result.
Our product and service are designed for trade professionals. It is the responsibility of the person building the cabinets to make sure all screws are correct, not too long and fit for purpose.
Each part will have a label with a product number and description on. This will tell you which part of which cabinet it is. We recommend that you sort all parts per cabinet number before you start assembly. Leaning them gently against a wall works well.
We will do all the drilling for the hardware. You will need to cut some filler scribes and filler panels down that goes between the walls, floors, ceiling and cabinets and also make cut outs for plumbing and electrical services.
There is no rule that says you do need to have a qualification to buy and install our cabinets. A decent amount of experience is highly recommended, since our cabinets are designed and made mostly for trade professionals.
As our cabinetry is custom made based on specifications, we are unable to offer any returns or refunds. For this reason, please ensure all your specifications are entered correctly and double check your order before you submit. We will not be held liable for cabinetry that does not meet your specifications if you’re ordering is inaccurate.
If our product is delivered faulty or damaged, we will happily exchange it or refund you. Just send us an email with a photograph and our quality control officer will get back to you. Please note: The act of you signing for your product/s on pick-up is your acceptance that the product/s are free from damage. Please notify us of the damage before you accept product. We reserve the right to inspect claimed faulty or damaged products prior to agreeing to any part-refund, full refund or product exchange. If you would like to know more, feel free to get in touch.
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