Princeton, NJ Cabinet Specialists
Kitchen Cabinets in Princeton, NJ
- Free in-home design visit
- Paint, reface, or replace: we'll tell you which fits
- Most jobs done in days, not weeks
Beautiful New Cabinets Without the Guesswork
Your cabinets set the look of your whole kitchen. They also take most of the budget. That's why we start every job by asking one question: what do your cabinets actually need?
Some kitchens around Princeton just need a fresh coat of paint. Some need new doors on the same solid boxes. Others are ready for new cabinets, built to fit.
Princeton Cabinet Co. does all four kinds of cabinet work, so we have no reason to push you toward the priciest one. We come to your home, measure your space, and look at the boxes behind your doors. Then you get a clear written quote, with prices for each option side by side. Call (609) 745-1325 to book your free visit.
A Princeton Cabinet Company That Only Does Cabinets
We aren't a general remodeler who does cabinets on the side. Cabinets are all we do. Our founder has spent 15 years woodworking, with a sharp focus on building cabinets. That's long enough to see the same thing again and again: homeowners paying for new boxes when the old ones were solid wood and in great condition.
So we built a company around honest advice. We know Princeton's 1920s colonials, where walls lean and floors slope. We know the 1980s builder kitchens in Plainsboro and South Brunswick, where the layout works fine but the oak doors look tired. That local know-how means fewer surprises on install day.
Our Kitchen Cabinet Services
Cabinet Refacing
Keep your cabinet boxes and get new doors, drawer fronts, veneer, and hardware. Refacing gives you a new-kitchen look in about a week, and your kitchen stays usable while we work. It's the best fit when your layout works and your boxes are sound.
Learn more about cabinet refacing →Custom Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets built to your exact measurements, in the wood, door style, and finish you pick. Custom cabinets make sense for odd-shaped rooms, older homes, and anyone who wants inset doors, full-height pantries, or storage made for the way they cook.
Learn more about custom kitchen cabinets →Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement
When boxes are water damaged, worn out, or in the wrong place, it's time to replace them. We handle the full job: tear-out, hauling, leveling, and install. We shim and scribe every run so doors line up, even in houses where nothing is square.
Learn more about kitchen cabinet installation & replacement →Cabinet Painting & Refinishing
The lowest-cost way to refresh your kitchen. We clean, sand, prime, and spray your doors for a smooth, factory-style finish. Most painting jobs take five to seven days, and you keep your current layout and countertops.
Learn more about cabinet painting & refinishing →What Do Kitchen Cabinets Cost in Princeton?
Price is the first thing most people ask about, so here are real ranges. These come from current New Jersey pricing guides for a typical 10x10 kitchen. Your exact price depends on cabinet count, materials, and the layout of your room.
| Option | Typical NJ range | Time in your kitchen | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Painting & refinishing | $2,800 to $10,000 | 5–7 days | Solid boxes, dated color |
| Refacing | $4,500–$15,000 | 3–5 days | Good layout, tired doors |
| Replacement | $15,000–$40,000 | 2–5 weeks | Damaged boxes or a new layout |
| Custom cabinets | $350–$1,000+ per linear foot | Built to order | Odd spaces, high-end finishes |
Refacing usually saves 40% to 50% compared with full replacement in the same kitchen. Painting saves even more, but you keep your old door style. If you're not sure where your kitchen lands, we'll price more than one option during your visit.
Where We Serve You
We're based in Princeton and work across a 20-mile circle that takes in parts of Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties. That includes West Windsor and Princeton Junction to the east, Lawrenceville and Ewing to the south, and Montgomery and Hillsborough to the north. We also serve Plainsboro, Cranbury, South Brunswick, Hamilton, Robbinsville, and the Brunswicks.
Staying close to home matters for cabinet work. We can get to you fast for a measure, come back quickly for a small fix, and plan around the housing styles in your town. If you live nearby and don't see your town listed, call (609) 745-1325. We likely serve you too.
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Why Princeton Homeowners Choose Us
We Only Do Cabinets
Cabinets are all we do, from the shop to your kitchen. That focus shows in the details, like door gaps that line up and drawers that close without a bump.
Honest Options at Every Budget
We price painting, refacing, and replacement side by side when they make sense. If paint will do the job, we'll say so, even though it's the smallest ticket we sell.
Built for Older Homes
Many Princeton houses are 50 to 100 years old. We scribe filler strips, shim base cabinets, and adjust for sloped floors so your new cabinets look straight in a room that isn't.
Clean, On-Time Installs
We cover floors, set up dust walls, and clean up every day. Refacing and painting jobs usually take under a week, and we give you a start and finish date before we begin.
What to Expect at Your Free Visit
Your visit takes about an hour. We measure every wall and opening, open a few doors to check the boxes, and look under the sink for signs of water damage. Then we show you door styles, wood samples, and paint colors in your own kitchen light.
You don't need to know what you want yet. Most people start with a budget and a photo or two they like. We'll help you sort out what fits, and you'll get a written quote within a few days. If painting and refacing both make sense, we'll price them side by side so you can pick.
Part of the Princeton Area
Our crew lives here. We shop on Nassau Street, eat in Hopewell, and drive Route 1 like everyone else. When we finish a kitchen in West Windsor, there's a good chance we'll run into the owners at the farmers market on a Saturday. That's a big reason we care about getting it right. Ask us for local references in your part of town, and we'll put you in touch with past clients who are happy to talk.
Kitchen Cabinet Questions, Answered
Is it cheaper to reface or replace kitchen cabinets?
Refacing is almost always cheaper. In New Jersey, refacing a typical kitchen runs about $4,500 to $15,000, while full replacement often runs $15,000–$40,000+. Refacing only works if your cabinet boxes are solid and you like your layout. We check both during your free visit.
How long does cabinet refacing take?
Most refacing jobs take three to five days in your home. New doors are made to order first, which can take three to eight weeks depending on the material. Your kitchen stays usable during the work, since your counters, sink, and appliances stay put.
Can all kitchen cabinets be painted?
Most wood and MDF cabinets paint well. Thermofoil and peeling laminate don't hold paint, so those kitchens are better suited to refacing or replacement. We'll look at your doors in person and tell you plainly if paint will last.
Do you offer free in-home estimates?
Yes. We come to your home, measure your kitchen, show you door and finish samples, and send a written quote within a few days. There's no charge and no pressure to sign.
Ready for a Kitchen You Love?
Book a free in-home design visit and get clear prices for every option that fits your kitchen. Call (609) 745-1325 or request your estimate online.