Is 2025 the year you invest in a new kitchen to improve your home? The expense of moving nowadays is astronomical, and we aren’t surprised homeowners are improving their homes rather than moving. Improvement projects have been on the rise for several years now. A kitchen project isn’t an easy task; it’s the heart of the home and plays a big role in your home’s functionality. Often, people opt for the cheaper option when it comes to their kitchen cabinets.
It’s easy to get caught up in the moment of purchasing a budget kitchen, and while it’s tempting to go for the cheaper option to save money, this can result in sacrificing quality, leading to potential issues and costly problems in the future.
We have put together some downsides below if you are considering a cheap kitchen. Take into consideration the points below before making your final decision.
Cabinets Not Built to Last and Made From Low-Quality Materials
Budget kitchens come with a cheaper price tag, meaning they are built using low-cost materials such as thin MDF, particleboards, or laminated surfaces. They still provide you with the appeal, but lack durability in their elements.
Over time, the cabinets may become warped and start peeling from exposure to heat and moisture. As the kitchen is the busiest place in the home, you may notice chips and scratches starting to appear on the cabinet doors and worktops. Due to the low quality materials, the cabinets may have been built with weak hinges and drawer runners that become loose or even break.
If you are investing in a kitchen, you need it to be high-quality and able to withstand daily use for years. A budget kitchen may need parts replacing much sooner than expected.
The Handmade Kitchen Company’s Bespoke Cabinetry
Every piece of our bespoke cabinetry and project is thoughtfully designed with you at its heart. Our craftsmanship, combined with your choice of Shaker style or sleek handleless cabinetry, for a timeless and functional space. Our goal is to craft a kitchen that delights, impresses, and continues to strive and inspire for years to come.
We are specialists in kitchen design, construction, and installation. Our team ensures that every detail is executed perfectly.
Welwyn Garden City Classic In-Frame Inset Bead Shaker Project
Limited Designs & Not Enough Customisation Options
Low-budget kitchen cabinets aren’t customisable, they are built as mass-produced designs, which makes it very difficult to create a unique space that suits your home and style. You don’t get the vast styles, colours, and configurations you would with a bespoke kitchen. They are designed with cheap-looking finishes and lack the premium appeal of high-quality materials.
If your space also features awkward corners, budget kitchens are built in fewer size options and won’t utilise every corner. They are not the choice for a custom layout, or if you have a specific vision.
The Handmade Kitchen Company’s Beautiful Designs
While achieving the finest finish ensures that no two kitchens are ever alike, we first introduce you to our core Shaker kitchen styles. Selecting your preferred style from our collection provides us with an initial design brief, which then allows us to collaborate with you to shape the foundation of your kitchen’s unique aesthetics. We hand-paint all our cabinetry.
Many of our clients also enjoy blending different elements from our different styles to create their truly bespoke space, ensuring every design detail reflects their individual taste.
Essex Handleless Traditional Mapesbury Project
Lack of Precision and Craftsmanship Resulting in Installation Issues
Opting for a cheaper kitchen can often lack the precision and craftsmanship that higher-end kitchens are known for. Problems you may face are misaligned doors and drawers that don’t close properly, gaps between units and worktops and weak cabinetry that struggles to support weight.
Something that might put you off is that if there are any errors during the installation process, it could lead to structural problems in years to come.
The Handmade Kitchen Company’s Craftsmanship & Expertise
Our installation team, headed by Louis, guides you through the installation process every step of the way to completion. We have been crafting truly bespoke kitchens for over two decades. With our passion for craft and years of expertise, our service brings exceptional design and quality to every project.
Cuffley Classic In-Frame Shaker Beaded Front Frame Project
Low-Grade Worktops & Surfaces
One of the kitchen’s most used elements is the worktops. Cutting costs at this integral part can be a huge mistake, leading to surfaces that stain easily, chip or scratch and struggle with heat and moisture.
The Handmade Kitchen Company’s Luxurious Worktops
At The Handmade Kitchen Company, we offer high-quality worktops to complement your bespoke kitchen, ensuring longevity and a more luxurious appearance. Choose from quartz, granite, quartzite, porcelain, solid wood or a mixture of two for your handmade kitchen.
Orsett Handleless Traditional Mapesbury Project
More Money in the Long Run
What seems like a cost-effective kitchen could cost more in the long run. For example, frequent replacements, upgrading cabinets, worktops, and hinges sooner than expected, or even redoing the entire kitchen after a few years.
The Handmade Kitchen Company’s Luxury Handmade Kitchens
Investing in a high-end, luxurious bespoke handmade kitchen from The Handmade Kitchen Company is a decision that will bring you lasting value, timeless beauty, and exceptional craftsmanship in your home. While it comes with a price tag, the superior quality, bespoke design, and meticulous attention to detail ensure that your kitchen will stand the test of time.
Our kitchens will enhance your home’s character and functionality, and it isn’t just a purchase, it’s a worthwhile investment in quality, style, and everyday enjoyment.
Nazeing Classic In-Frame Project
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Your kitchen is the main room of the home, it’s where everyone comes to gather for a chat or a party. So while budget-friendly options seem appealing, they often come with hidden downsides, leading to disappointment and additional expenses in the long run.
Taking the plunge and investing in a quality kitchen ensures durability, timeless design, and a space that truly lasts. This is where The Handmade Kitchen Company’s handcrafted furniture plays its part. Our team’s approach works closely with our cabinetmakers to develop beautiful, yet functional bespoke handmade furniture to both delight and amaze our clients.
Each of our creations is one of a kind, yet they all share a common foundation – the timeless elegance of Shaker Design. Contact us today to get started on your journey of high-quality kitchen cabinetry with a family-run business.
