One of the first questions every Montreal homeowner asks before a kitchen renovation is simple: how much will the cabinets cost? It's also the hardest to answer in one number, because the price depends on the size of your kitchen, the materials you choose, and where you buy. This guide gives you realistic 2026 price ranges so you can budget with confidence.
Average Cabinet Cost in Montreal
For a typical Montreal kitchen of 10 to 12 linear feet, here is what you can expect to pay for cabinets alone, not including countertops or installation:
- Budget (stock RTA cabinets): $4,000 to $7,000
- Mid-range (semi-custom, quality hardware): $7,000 to $14,000
- High-end (fully custom, premium finishes): $14,000 to $30,000 and up
Most of our customers land in the mid-range, where factory-direct pricing delivers premium materials without the showroom markup.
What Drives the Price
Several factors move the number up or down. Understanding them helps you spend where it matters:
- Kitchen size: More linear feet of cabinetry means more material and more boxes
- Door style and finish: Flat-panel and Shaker are cost-effective; high-gloss and custom paint cost more
- Box construction: Plywood boxes cost more than particle board but last far longer
- Hardware: Soft-close hinges and full-extension drawer slides are worth insisting on
- Layout complexity: Islands, tall pantry units, and corner solutions add to the total
Cabinets Are Only Part of the Budget
A full kitchen renovation includes more than the boxes on the wall. For an accurate budget, also plan for countertops, backsplash, sink and faucet, appliances, and installation labour. Cabinets typically represent 30 to 40 percent of a full kitchen renovation budget.
How to Get More Kitchen for Your Money
The single biggest lever on cabinet cost is where you buy. Traditional showrooms add a significant markup on top of the manufacturer price. Buying factory-direct removes that middleman, which is how Montreal homeowners save up to 40 percent without sacrificing quality.
Other ways to stretch your budget:
- Choose in-stock styles instead of long-lead custom orders
- Keep the existing kitchen layout to avoid plumbing and electrical changes
- Invest in quality boxes and hardware, save on decorative extras
Get a Real Number for Your Kitchen
Price ranges are a starting point, but the only number that matters is the one for your kitchen. Send us your dimensions or a rough sketch and we'll prepare a detailed, no-obligation quote within 24 hours, with factory-direct pricing built in.