Kitchen Cabinet FAQ: Answers from Our Alpharetta Showroom

We're the showroom team at 4700 Atlanta Hwy in Alpharetta, led by our founder Mohsen. We have 20 years in business and 1000+ projects behind these answers, so we've seen what goes wrong. Short answers. Each links to the full page. Our figures come from our 2026 price list; national figures are labeled for context. Cabinet prices are cabinets only unless we say otherwise.

A 10x10 kitchen's cabinets start at $1,842 on our stock and RTA lines and reach $9,384 on pre-assembled, cabinets only. Assembly, installation, delivery and countertops are extra. Our figures come from our 2026 list; national figures are labeled for context.

Where is a good place to buy kitchen cabinets?

Our Alpharetta showroom on Hwy 9 has full kitchen displays, so you can open the doors and look at the box yourself. We're open Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 6 PM. We also deliver across the state if you'd rather design from home.

Full answer: Visit the showroom

How much should you budget for kitchen cabinets?

For a 10x10 kitchen, our cabinets-only range is $1,842 to $2,143 on stock, $1,842 to $4,882 on RTA and $2,859 to $9,384 on pre-assembled. Semi-custom starts at $1,500.

Full answer: See pricing

What is the average cost of cabinets for a 12x12 kitchen?

Our 10x10 reference runs $1,842 to $9,384 for cabinets only across stock, RTA and pre-assembled. A 12x12 needs more cabinets, so send wall lengths and photos, and the free design gives you an exact total before you pay.

Full answer: See pricing

Is $10,000 enough to renovate a kitchen?

Here is what our 2026 list shows for a kitchen renovation: 10x10 cabinets from $1,842, typical crew labor of $1,920 to $2,480, delivery from $300 and demolition at $1,600 per job. Our jobs range from simple 10-cabinet delivery-only kitchens to premium kitchens up to about $100,000 with any countertop. Send wall lengths and photos, and the free design gives you an exact total before you pay.

Full answer: Kitchen cost guide

Is $30,000 enough to remodel a kitchen?

One of our customers got a kitchen, two bathrooms and new floors for $30,000 total. Scope decides the number. For context, Angi puts the national average kitchen remodel at $26,988, with a range of $14,592 to $41,616.

Full answer: Kitchen cost guide

What are the best kitchen cabinets for the money?

We recommend plywood boxes, even though the plywood box usually comes out 10 to 15% more than MDF in the same kitchen. On our main lines the box is ½" plywood. On jobs we've installed and serviced, MDF boxes swell at the sink base and under the dishwasher, and hinge screws lose grip. Plywood boxes installed years ago are still square and dry.

Full answer: Plywood vs MDF

Who has the best prices on kitchen cabinets?

Our entry cabinets start at $43 for a wall cabinet and $87 for a base cabinet on RTA and stock lines. Our founder's view is that Home Depot and Lowe's set the price and people accept it out of habit. One customer brought a Home Depot quote of $33,000 to $34,000 for cabinets only, and our painted cabinets for that kitchen came to $7,800. Bring a quote and we'll compare it box by box.

Full answer: See pricing

What is the cheapest way to get new kitchen cabinets?

Delivery-only RTA or stock starts at $43 for a wall cabinet and $87 for a base cabinet. We serve simple 10-cabinet delivery-only jobs too. A stock 10x10 runs $1,842 to $2,143 cabinets only, and our RTA assembly is $38 per base, wall or vanity cabinet.

Full answer: Affordable cabinets

We sell five lines, RTA, pre-assembled, stock, semi-custom and custom, and the box is ½" plywood on our main lines.

What are the three grades of cabinets?

Stock, semi-custom and custom are the three grades, and we carry all three. A 10x10 starts at $1,842 on stock and at $1,500 on the other two, about $150 per cabinet. Those two vary too much to price by the foot. We quote each design.

Full answer: All lines

Is it cheaper to buy premade cabinets or build your own?

Premade starts at $1,842 for a 10x10 on our stock and RTA lines, cabinets only. Pre-assembled arrives built, while RTA assembly by us is $38 per base, wall or vanity cabinet.

Full answer: Pre-assembled lines

Which company is best for kitchen cabinets?

The best company tells you what every part of the cabinet is made of. Ours is the Prime Cabinet brand: we buy components and assemble and finish them in-house, then name each part, such as the plywood box, solid wood frame and MDF center panel. We don't rank other brands. Ask any company for the same list.

Full answer: About us

Is plywood or MDF better?

Plywood is the better box. On our main lines it's ½" plywood. MDF is pressed wood fiber with binders, and it swells under the sink and loses screw grip after re-tightening. Painted lines use solid wood or HDF frames with an MDF center panel, and we say which part is which.

Full answer: Plywood vs MDF

What is the newest trend in kitchen cabinets?

NKBA's 2026 Kitchen Trends survey (634 respondents, September 2025) puts slab doors at 69%, white oak as the top wood at 51% and under-cabinet lighting at 82%. We carry 35 slab variants out of 205. White oak finished about 7 of 10 of our kitchens last year.

Full answer: Slab door styles

What kitchen cabinet colors will look outdated in 2026?

We don't predict which colors will date. What we can say: white oak finished about 7 of 10 of our kitchens last year, and our catalog has 205 door and color variants in seven color families plus a custom paint color. Pick a finish you'd still like after the trend moves on.

Full answer: Cabinet colors

Is KraftMaid considered high end?

KraftMaid is a national brand sold through dealers; we sell our own Prime Cabinet line, so we don't rank brands. Compare any brand by the box: ask for ½" plywood or MDF, solid wood or HDF frames, ⅝" solid wood dovetail drawer boxes, soft-close hinges and undermount full-extension glides, in writing. A price tag doesn't tell you the tier. The box does.

Full answer: Compare by the box

Our installed quartz countertops start at $49 per square foot, with template and fabrication included, within 100 miles of Alpharetta.

How much does a 4x8 slab of granite cost?

Our granite and quartzite run $47 to $148 per square foot installed, with template and fabrication included. We quote countertops installed, per square foot, rather than as raw slabs. A sink cutout is $113 extra. A full-height slab backsplash adds $225 more, and all of it applies to jobs within 100 miles of Alpharetta.

Full answer: Granite countertops

What is the best countertop material for the money?

Entry quartz is our lowest installed quartz price per square foot, and natural stone starts lower at $47. Level 1 runs $49 to $50 per square foot installed, level 2 $53 to $60 and level 3 $61 to $72. Every figure is installed, with template and fabrication included, at 3cm.

Full answer: Quartz countertops

What's cheaper than granite countertops?

Often nothing on our list: granite starts at $47 per square foot installed, and level 1 quartz is $49 to $50. Premium stone reaches $148, so level 2 quartz at $53 to $60 beats top-end granite. Quartz material alone, before fabrication, is $15 to $35 per square foot.

Full answer: Quartz vs granite

What is the least expensive solid surface countertop?

Our lowest installed price is natural stone from $47 per square foot, with entry quartz at $49 to $50.

Full answer: Countertops

Our crew installs a standard 10x10 kitchen in 3 to 5 working days on average, within 100 miles of Alpharetta.

How much should I pay to have my kitchen cabinets installed?

A typical 10x10 runs about $1,920 to $2,480 in labor with our crew, within 100 miles of Alpharetta, and that covers 12 base and wall boxes, a pantry, four crown pieces, two fillers, toe kick and pulls. Demolition is $1,600 per job. A trip charge adds $200 to $300.

Full answer: Labor pricing

Can a handyman install cabinets?

Customers inside our 100-mile zone may take delivery only and install the cabinets themselves. Beyond 100 miles we deliver only and help you find assemblers and installers. Measuring is the real risk. A common mistake is measuring wall length only and missing out-of-square walls, corners and ceiling height at several points, and a 1 to 2 inch error means rework or delay.

Full answer: Our installation service

How long does installation take?

A standard 10x10 kitchen takes our crew 3 to 5 working days on average. Extras like crown, panels and island work are discussed per job.

Full answer: Installation details

What is the 30% rule in remodeling?

We don't price jobs with a percentage rule. We price per cabinet and per installed item. For context, Angi reports cabinets take 30 to 40% of a kitchen remodel's total cost, against a national average of $26,988.

Full answer: Kitchen cost guide

Delivery usually arrives within about 10 days of shipment, and we give advance notice of any change.

How long is the lead time for kitchen cabinets?

Delivery usually arrives within about 10 days of shipment. Production time depends on the design and is quoted per order, so we don't print a fixed number. If a date changes, we warn you in advance.

Full answer: Delivery details

Do you deliver outside Atlanta?

Yes, we deliver anywhere in Georgia, from Lookout Mountain near Chattanooga to Dutch Island near Savannah last year. Curbside delivery up to 50 miles is $300, and driveway or garage delivery is $450. Beyond 50 miles we quote per order. Someone must be there to receive it.

Full answer: Delivery zone

What happens after I pay?

The order is: we send a full design with dimensions, you confirm it, we send a payment link with the spec, you re-check and sign, then production starts. After you sign and pay, there is no cancellation, return or exchange. Check every dimension twice before you pay.

Full answer: How design works

Can I change the design?

Yes, send one message and we change colors or cabinet shapes in your free 3D design, which stays valid 10 days. Most designs need at most one revision round before sign-off. After you sign and pay, there's no cancellation, return or exchange.

Full answer: How design works

Do you ship out of state?

Yes, we ship anywhere in the US on request. In 2026 we designed a kitchen in Alpharetta and delivered it to Phoenix, Arizona. Outside our installation zone, we help you find assemblers and installers.

Full answer: Contact us

We deliver kitchen and bathroom projects across Georgia and install within 100 miles of Alpharetta, and the next step costs nothing. Bring a photo of the style you like. Send photos from all sides, the ceiling height, wall lengths, and where the windows, plumbing, fridge and range sit. Our designers return a free design you can open on your phone, and one message changes it. The kitchen design stays valid for 10 days.

Want to talk first? Visit the showroom and ask for a free 3D design. Describe your dream kitchen, bring your layout and storage needs, and look at finishes and hardware on real displays. We also do kitchen remodeling, bathroom vanities and bathroom remodeling. Custom cabinets and custom cabinetry are on the menu, and we sell cabinets and countertops.

Browse the project gallery and our Google reviews: 4.8 from 103 reviews, snapshot 2026-10-29. Prime Cabinet Store, 4700 Atlanta Hwy, Alpharetta, GA 30004, (470) 460-6180.