Remodeling your kitchen is an exciting project, but installing kitchen cabinets around large appliances can quickly become one of the most challenging parts of the process. At Six Points Cabinets, a family-owned business proudly serving the Phoenix community since 1946, we know that precision and planning are the keys to a flawless kitchen layout. Whether you are a dedicated DIYer or a professional contractor, ensuring your cabinets and appliances integrate seamlessly requires a strategic approach.
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1. Measure Twice, Order Once (The Golden Rule)
Before you even look at cabinet styles, you must know the exact dimensions of your refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. Appliances can vary in depth, width, and height. If you are ordering pre-fabricated cabinets, knowing these dimensions will dictate the sizes of the cabinets you need to surround them.
If you are unsure about taking these measurements yourself, Six Points Cabinets takes the guesswork out of the process. We offer free in-home consultations where our experienced team will take accurate measurements of your space to ensure a perfect fit.
2. Leave Proper Clearances and Ventilation
Appliances generate a significant amount of heat and need adequate room to breathe. When installing cabinets around a refrigerator or wall oven, you cannot place the wood flush against the appliance housing. Always leave the manufacturer-recommended air gaps on the sides, top, and back to prevent your appliances from overheating and to protect your beautiful new cabinet finishes from heat damage.
3. Plan for Doors and Walkways
A common mistake in kitchen design is failing to account for how appliance doors open. Will the refrigerator doors hit a kitchen island or a nearby cabinet handle? Will the dishwasher door block a major walkway when opened? Ensure there is plenty of clearance for all doors to open fully without causing damage to your semi-custom cabinetry.
4. Use Fillers and End Panels for a Custom Look
You don’t need fully custom, expensive cabinets to achieve a built-in look for your appliances. By utilizing fillers and end panels alongside high-quality pre-fab cabinets from trusted brands like Timberlake, 1951 Cabinetry, Bridgewood, Oasis Cabinets, or PCS, you can perfectly frame your refrigerator or oven. These flexible design configurations allow you to close unsightly gaps and give your kitchen a high-end, cohesive appearance.
5. Utilize 3D Renderings to Visualize the Layout
Sometimes it is hard to picture exactly how your cabinets and appliances will fit together in the real world. That is where modern technology comes in. At Six Points Cabinets, we offer advanced 3D cabinet rendering technology. After our initial consultation, we create a digital 3D model of your space so you can see exactly how your chosen cabinets will look around your appliances before you finalize your order.
Bring Your Kitchen Vision to Life!
Installing cabinets around appliances doesn’t have to be a headache. With careful planning, precise measurements, and the right cabinetry partner, you can achieve a stunning, functional kitchen.
At Six Points Cabinets, we offer wholesale pricing that can save you up to 70% compared to big box retailers. With our streamlined process, your new cabinets can arrive in as little as 3 days to 3-5 weeks, depending on the brand and style you choose.
Ready to transform your kitchen? Visit our Phoenix showroom at 1409 N. 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009 to feel the quality of our cabinets firsthand, or book your Free In-Home Consultation Online Now!