Kitchens are one of the areas of the home that experience the most human traffic, but they are also where things tend to become cluttered quite quickly. If you are considering adding more storage space in your kitchen to help de-clutter the room, installing cabinetry is a great idea. However, not all kitchen cabinets are built equal and it is important that you choose a product that's right for you and your kitchen.

Kitchen cabinets come in two major designs: standard cabinetry and custom-built cabinetry. Standard kitchen cabinetry is usually mass-produced and is available in a range of colours, sizes and finishes for homeowners to pick and choose from. Custom kitchen cabinets, on the other hand, are made-to-order products intended to match the exact requirements of homeowners/users. 

If you are looking forward to adding a personal touch to your kitchen renovation project, custom cabinetry is an obvious choice. But you will need to carefully think through the design of your cabinetry first, of course. Ponder over the following things to ensure you get custom cabinetry that is best-suited for your kitchen:

Construction material

Wood is the go-to material for making kitchen cabinetry, but not all cabinets are made using the same wood species. Some of the most widely used wood species include oak, maple and cherry, and the type of wood used greatly impacts the final outcome. Each wood-type has a unique natural look that affects the general appearance of the kitchen, so be sure to choose a species of wood that will complement other features of your kitchen and home. 

Wood finishing options for custom wood cabinetry depend upon the type of wood that you use. The natural finish of the woods can be accentuated with different kinds of finishes ranging from a stained to matte, to a polished finish. 

Construction method

The overall design of your kitchen and home influences how your wood cabinetry will be is constructed. You may want a classic, rustic look or a sleek, chic look. If you are looking for something high-end, you may need to integrate state-of-the-art features into the design of your kitchen cabinetry. The cabinet maker may need to use special skills or patented methods to set your products apart from the rest. Whatever the look you desire, keep in mind that the greater the need for sophisticated hand and machine processes, the more money you will be asked to pay, generally speaking.

The design of your kitchen cabinets is a reflection of your personal preferences and sense of style, so be sure wade through the above-discussed factors carefully.

Contact a company that offers custom built cabinets for more information and assistance.