Cabinet Calculator
Plan cabinet runs, fillers, and openings for clean lineal totals.
Standard cabinet size guide
| Type | Width | Depth | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 18-48 in | 24 in | 34.5 in |
| Wall | 12-36 in | 12-15 in | 30-42 in |
| Tall | 18-36 in | 24 in | 84-96 in |
| Sink | 30-36 in | 24 in | 34.5 in |
Reveal and filler guide
| Item | Face frame | Frameless | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Side reveal | 1/8 in | 1/16 in | Keep even |
| Center gap | 1/8 in | 1/8 in | Match hinges |
| Filler strip | 1-3 in | 1-3 in | Wall scribe |
| Toe kick | 4.5 in | 4.5 in | Standard base |
Sheet goods guide
| Material | Sheet | Thickness | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabinet ply | 4x8 ft | 3/4 in | Carcass |
| Backer ply | 4x8 ft | 1/4 in | Backs |
| MDF | 4x8 ft | 3/4 in | Painted fronts |
| Melamine | 4x8 ft | 3/4 in | Clean boxes |
Front sizing guide
| Layout | Width math | Height math | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 doors | Span minus gaps | Opening height | Base runs |
| Drawer stack | Span minus gaps | Stack height | Storage base |
| Single door | Span minus gaps | Full height | Sink or pantry |
| Tray pull | Opening width | 6 to 10 in | Tall cabinets |
Linear footage helps to estimate the whole length of cabinets along the wall. That method leads to the distance between the two ends of cabinet. It matters especially for big or wall-mounted cabinets.
Use length simplify the process and do it clearer and fast. It is much more easily discuss a project by means of that, than compile square or cubic volumes of every cabinet box. The linear foot access became popular during domestic renewals in the 1980s and 90s.
How to Measure Cabinets in Linear Feet
First, prepare tools as tapes for accuracy and notebook with pen for write the numbers. Estimate the wall area, where will stand the cabinets, and do not forget islands. During calculation, mark the measure on design.
Subtract the width of independent devices. Usually 30 inches. Note that also on the outline.
Sum the all values for have the linear measure in inches. For instance, 60 inches longa 5 linear feet, because share by means of 12.
Linear-foot rating serves as base for sales and bids. It gives help for estimate length of cabinets during cost calculation. Problem appears with corner bits, as Lazy Susan.
For 36-inch module, front shows 2 feet, but left 6 feet. During measurement of cabinetry, linear footage shows the whole length along wall. For 10-foot wall with upper and bottom cabinets, you considers all.
Linear foot price calculat by means of amount of cabinetry costs.
Ratings only help to compare makers or styles. For reach accuracy, add 10 % to the totalprezo for every improvement. If include pantry with pull out shelves, pots and drawer detail, add 20 % to linear foot price.
Stores use different rates. Some estimates base price for dusty shrinjks, others separate upper cabinets in 32 inches or less. Labor costs depend of place and occupancy.
Well are phone to local contractors for ratings.
