Cabinetry is the first thing most people notice when walking into the kitchen. It usually takes up the largest percentage of your remodeling budget and also plays a big role in determining your overall style. Needless to say, choosing the right cabinetry is important.

If you’re planning to update your kitchen cabinetry, you probably already know there are many decisions to make in the near future – and if not, well, you’ll find out soon. The possibilities are virtually endless when it comes to cabinet options (door style, material, finish, etc.), so it pays to know what some key pieces are before you get started.

Learn the basics

If you’re looking for information, start online. We found these two options to be helpful:

• Free Cabinetry Terms 101 Guide – reviews terms you should know before getting started
• All About Cabinetry – overviews many options available, and gives you tips for cleaning, and more

Once you have a bit of background information, you’ll be able to ask specific questions to your designer or salesperson and may speed up the design process a bit.

If you have questions regarding kitchen cabinet, our experts are always glad to give you answers.