What is the main difference between factory made cabinets?
Stock cabinetry is made in advance and is built to inventory. Some size, color and style limitations exist due the space available and to the cost of inventorying so many cabinets. These are usually basic quality and have some size limitations. Factory made to standard sizes. Semi-custom cabinetry is made to order and will allow some size changes and the combinimg of cabinetry. There are more styles and colors available. Because they are all made at the same time there is better color consistency and you have a much greater selection of materials. Factory made to standard sizes but allow some modifications. Custom cabinetry is made to order and has most selection of woods, finishes and styles. Usually more moldings and accessories are available. The sizing of cabinets is up to the designer and within the limits of practicality, almost anything goes, “they are usually as nice inside as the outside”. Each manufacturer has their own set of specifications as to the construction method, mat