One. How to calculate the price of kitchen cabinets.
Currently, the prices of cabinets on the market often use "en-meter" as the unit of measurement for length. For example, if you choose a price of 2000 yuan per en-meter, then the price of 3 en-meters would be 6000 yuan.
The formula for calculating cabinet prices is: (Price per meter x Length in meters) + Additional Costs = Total Price.
For example, a kitchen approximately 8 square meters in size, with kitchen cabinets approximately 3 meters long, consisting of three sets of base cabinets and two sets of upper cabinets, the price can be calculated in two ways.
Method 1: Metered Pricing: Pricing is based on the actual length covered, with a rate of 3 meters per unit. If the rate is 2000 yuan per unit, then the price for 3 units is 6000 yuan.
Method Two: Cabinet Pricing Method: The price of three sets of base cabinets plus the price of two sets of hanging cabinets. For example, the price of one set of base cabinets is 1200 yuan, which totals 3600 yuan; the price of one set of hanging cabinets is 800 yuan, which totals 1600 yuan. Pricing by the meter is still the primary method used in the cabinet market.
Furthermore, the price of cabinets can vary depending on the material, so it is advisable to compare different options before making a purchase.
Two. important considerations when selecting kitchen cabinets.
1、Identify the cabinet material.
The cabinet materials are composed of two parts: the base material and the surface material. The base material mainly includes solid wood, stainless steel, particleboard, and medium-density fiberboard.
Solid wood boards are typically used in high-end cabinets due to their high cost. Stainless steel, known for its cold and rigid appearance, is no longer a common material for kitchen cabinets. Particleboard and medium-density fiberboard are now the mainstream materials for cabinets.
Therefore, when purchasing, it is important to clarify the material type. Regardless of the material type, the surface should have a fire-resistant coating, which is referred to as the facing material. The main methods include fire-resistant boards, triethylenetetramine, and spray painting. The first two options have similar costs, while spray painting requires more sophisticated techniques and is relatively more expensive.
2、Materials used for countertops are different.
Currently, the most common material for countertops is high-density fiberboard, commonly known as artificial marble. It is made from processed natural mineral powders, characterized by even texture, absence of pores, strong impermeability, and high plasticity, allowing for the creation of countertops in any shape. This material currently dominates the market, and it is almost exclusively used for countertops in mid- to high-end cabinets.
3、Door panel processing
The cabinet door is the "face" of the cabinet, and the dimensional accuracy of the door is crucial, directly impacting the assembly precision and overall appearance quality. Doors manufactured by professional factories are consistently straight and level, with interchangeable dimensions for doors of the same size.
4、Inspect the drilling process for cabinet holes.
The accuracy and conformity of the holes will affect the structural integrity of the cabinet carcass. Regular enterprises use cabinets that comply with international standards, allowing for flexible installation of shelves, hinges, and sliding rails. Precise positioning and the use of advanced automatic drilling equipment are required to achieve the necessary hole specifications. The holes must be accurate, symmetrical, have a neat and aesthetically pleasing shape, and be free of defects.
5、Inspect hardware fittings
High-end cabinets are desirable due to the quality of their materials, strong craftsmanship, and comprehensive storage functionality, which relies heavily on the configuration of hardware. Beyond the primary material factors, the configuration of hardware is a crucial differentiating factor between high-end and low-end cabinets.