Our RTA Kitchen Cabinet Kits Quality
We believe you shouldn’t have to sacrifice quality to stay within budget. All of our select RTA kitchen cabinet kits include:
- Grade A plywood boxes for durable construction
- Soft close drawers and doors for gentle handling
- Solid wood dovetail joints for a strong and attractive hold
- Fully concealed adjustable door hinges for a seamless design
RTA kitchen cabinets ship unassembled and in a flat box, making them both efficient and cost-effective. If you enjoy a DIY project or are a contractor looking for a lower cost cabinet, ready to assemble cabinets are the perfect option.
Our RTA Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers
To ensure the quality of our cabinets, we work with 4 manufacturers who use reliable assembly methods. These methods include:
- IKS, Forevermark, US Cabinet Depot – Pre-mounted locking plates are installed to the wood panels so assembling is as simple as sliding the locking plates over the corresponding metal L-bracket and fastening with screws in the pre-drilled holes. This method is not only simple but makes for a very durable cabinet.
- Less Care Cabinets – These cabinets incorporate the Cam-lock system, which is simple to use and is one of the most popular assembly methods for RTA kitchen cabinets.
- Innovation Cabinets – Pre-installed wood dowels are provided and joined together with Brad Nails.
Framed Kitchen Cabinet Design Ideas
Framed kitchen cabinets offer a world of design possibilities, combining classic elegance with contemporary flair. The clean border around the front of each cabinet door lends itself to a variety of styles, making it easy to personalize your kitchen to suit your design.
For a timeless and traditional look, opt for raised panel framed cabinets like our Pearl or Dark Caramel cabinets. The raised center panel adds depth and dimension to the cabinet doors, while the framing brings a sense of refinement to the overall design. Pair these cabinets with ornate hardware and a warm, neutral color palette for a charming, inviting kitchen space.
If you’re drawn to modern kitchen aesthetics, go for flat-panel or shaker framed cabinets in alight shade like Thompson White and Ice White Shaker . Their simple and sleek design exudes a minimalist vibe, perfect for achieving a clean, uncluttered look. Enhance the contemporary feel with brushed metal hardware and bold, contrasting colors for a striking and cutting-edge kitchen design.
RTA Framed Kitchen Cabinets
Ready-to-assemble framed kitchen cabinets ship unassembled in a flat box, making them both budget-friendly and efficient. If you love diving into a DIY project or are a contractor looking for a lower-cost cabinet, RTA cabinets are the perfect option. All you’ll need are basic hand tools and 10-20 minutes to assemble your new cabinets. Although you’re saving with RTA cabinets , you’re getting the same high quality as custom cabinetry, plus the ability to customize your order with accessories like custom moldings, roll-out trays, or decor legs.
Pre-Assembled Framed Kitchen Cabinets
While RTA cabinets save you money, assembled kitchen cabinets save you time. Since pre-assembled framed kitchen cabinets arrive pre-built upon delivery, you can quickly unpack and install them. All our assembled cabinet options feature high-quality Grade-A plywood boxes, finished matching door interiors, and sides built to withstand wear and tear.
Face Frame Hinges
Because framed cabinets have a face frame attached to the cabinet, you can use sturdier cabinet hinges. Some hinges add stylistic detail, like exposed hinges, while others are simply for function.
Check out our guide to choosing cabinet hinges for more information.
Frameless vs. Framed Cabinets
While framed kitchen cabinets have a face frame for extra dimension and sturdiness, frameless kitchen cabinets do not. Frameless style cabinets feature cabinet doors attached to the sides of the cabinet box, offering seamless lines on the front frame for a sleek modern or contemporary look.
In addition to the construction, differences between frameless vs. framed kitchen cabinets include:
- Aesthetic: Framed kitchen cabinets are well suited for traditional or transitional kitchens, while frameless cabinets work best with modern styles.
- Storage space: Frameless kitchen cabinets offer more storage space and have larger drawers.
- Hinges: Framed cabinet hinges are attached to the face frame, which allows for more reliable hardware, while frameless cabinet hinges are attached directly to the box.
- Durability: Framed kitchen cabinets tend to have more strength and stability from the added dimension of the face frame.
- Cost: Because frameless cabinets are made from a denser material, they cost an average of $1,000 more than framed cabinets.
