How to use this calculator
- Enter Cabinet run in lin ft.
- Enter Grade.
- Press Calculate. The highlighted row is your order quantity; the note beneath it translates the number into real-world terms.
Formula & constants
Cabinets price per linear foot of run: stock $100–$300, semi-custom $200–$650, custom $500–$1,200+. A 10×10 kitchen has ~20 linear ft of base + wall runs. Every default in the fields above is editable — when your supplier’s spec sheet lists a different density, coverage rate or price, enter that number instead. The waste and compaction allowances follow common trade practice; see our methodology page for the derivation of each formula and the standards it references.
Where this fits in the project
Coating and finish quantities are coverage-rate problems: true surface area divided by the product’s rated coverage, plus a waste allowance. Prep drives success — a coating over unprofiled or damp concrete fails regardless of quantity accuracy.
How this connects to your project
No quantity stands alone — each material in the chain depends on the ones around it. These are the planning steps that pair with the cabinet calculator:
- Countertop Calculator — Base cabinets support countertops.
- Board Foot Calculator — Cabinet-grade lumber priced per board foot.
- Lumber Calculator — Cabinet boxes are built from sheet goods and lumber.
- Plywood Calculator — Cabinet boxes use plywood construction.
- Crown Molding Calculator — Upper cabinets may have crown molding at ceiling.
Frequently asked questions
How do I measure cabinet linear feet?
Along the wall at counter height, base and wall runs measured separately then summed — corners count once.
Are stock cabinets worth it?
For rentals and budget remodels, yes — limited sizes force filler strips, but quality plywood-box stock lines last.
Last verified: — prices reflect current national averages. See our methodology.
Estimates are for planning. Material densities, coverage rates and prices vary by region and supplier — confirm final quantities before ordering, and check local code where structural or electrical work is involved.