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Kitchen Buying Guides

Flat Pack Kitchen Cabinets Buying Guide

Before embarking on your renovation, our flat-pack kitchen cabinet buying guide explores everything you need to know when planning a project with unassembled units, so you and your tradesperson can plan your new space easily. Explaining how they are packed, delivered, and used in a variety of properties, this guide will help you understand the features and benefit of choosing flat-pack, to establish if it is the best option for you and your home.

What are the benefits of flat-pack kitchen cabinets?

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Budget-friendly

With less assembly required during manufacturing, flat-pack cupboards offer a cost-effective alternative to pre-constructed cabinetry. As they are packaged flat, more can be fitted into transport vehicles too, which can lower costs further.

Easy to manoeuvre and store

Condensed into compact packages, flat-pack units are easy to carry into tight spaces, up flights of stairs, or where access to a property is limited. They are also simple to stow away anywhere where you have extra room until your project starts.

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Basic colours configurations

Available in versatile white, our flat-pack kitchens come in nearly 40 configurations which include wall, base and drawer units. This core selection simplifies the decision-making process so your new design can come to life faster.

How to use flat-pack kitchen cupboards?

Besides being a suitable option for any homeowner looking to lower the cost of a design, flat pack is ideal for rented properties, compact living spaces, like flats, studios or annexes, and within other areas of the home, such as a utility or boot room. Here we explain why.

Compact living

With a space-saving design that is easy to move around, flat-pack kitchens are great for compact properties like studio apartments, annexes and flats. These areas often only require simple configurations to make installation simpler.

Rented properties

For landlords who are looking to furnish their properties in a cost-effective and stylish way, flat-pack cupboards are a good option. These units are inexpensive to replace when wear and tear occurs over time – making it easy to keep a design looking fresh and functional.

Around the home

Utility and laundry rooms are often left-out of decor updates. Flat-pack furniture makes it easy to transform these spaces into a stylish and clutter-free environment that matches other areas of the home to create a cohesive look without breaking the bank.

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Commercial premises

If you have a small business or a new start-up, then keeping costs low will be a priority. Flat-pack cabinets can provide extra storage at an affordable price, and are easier to manoeuvre into tight spaces, like beauty rooms or tool sheds, to make installation easier.

Things to consider when planning flat-pack kitchen cabinetry

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Cupboard doors

All of our flat-pack cabinetry can be used with any of the kitchen door styles, colours and finishes in our offering, so that you can create an on-trend scheme that suits your personal taste and lifestyle.

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Configurations

From corner units to maximise space, to drawers for easier access to items and base units to keep essentials close to hand, our flat-pack collection offers plenty of options to help you create a bespoke layout.

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Sizes

Starting at 300mm, our flat-pack base and wall units come in a variety of widths. Different height options are available too, including 360mm half-height versions, to make it easy to get a custom fit in your space.

Features to keep in mind

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Soft-close kits

For a quiet and tranquil space, soft-close kits are available for drawers up to 600mm. They make the drawer smoother to operate, and reduce slamming noises – great for open plan areas.

Wider openings

All of our flat-pack units are supplied with a 110-degree hinge as standard, which offers a wider opening. This means you can easily access the items at the back of your cupboards.

Room for a supply

Our flat-pack cabinets are designed to include a 72mm rear service void, to ensure there is plenty of space to conceal waste pipes and electrical wiring for a neat and tidy look.