How to find kitchen cabinets at the lowest prices

Remodelling your kitchen can be a pricey renovation. Here are a few ideas to help you find your new kitchen cabinets at a lower price.

The difficulty of finding affordable cabinetry prevents many people from purchasing new kitchen cabinets. That's unfortunate, since cabinets can both add an attractive design element to your kitchen and provide much-needed storage space. But sometimes, the trick is simply in knowing where to look. Read on for ideas on how you can find affordable cabinetry that will look great in your home.

The great thing about purchasing from cabinet liquidators is that it's similar to purchasing directly from the manufacturer. That means that you won't be paying the retail markup. Depending on what you purchase, you could save up to 70%!

When you're redoing a kitchen, it may be tempting to have completely customized cabinetry installed in your kitchen. But that's not necessarily the best way to go. If you can find stock units that fit your needs, they can save you money, even if they're ultimately coupled with additional custom pieces.

Many stores that sell items like furniture and cabinetry will at some point need to move stock quickly to make way for new items. It's no secret these stores hold regular sales events to accomplish this, but in the middle of a renovation you might not have time to wait. So plan ahead and ask the stores when they hold their sales. If you can wait that long to renovate, it might just pay off.

Open shelving, such as wall-mounted shelves or shelving units, is a great, cost-efficient way to give yourself extra storage room without necessarily purchasing a cabinet fixture. These shelves can be as pricey or inexpensive as you like, depending on your willingness to do the work yourself and the materials you choose.

Online ads can be a great way to find private individuals looking to sell cabinetry at prices far below what you'd find in stores. Sites like Kijiji and eBay put you in direct contact with the sellers, and you may even be able to negotiate for a lower price. And if you're about to replace old cabinets with new ones, these sites might be a great place for you to sell your own.

• Ask salespeople about discounts for purchasing multiple units
• Be sure you know the dimensions of your cabinets so you can act quickly when you spot a sale
• Businesses offering wholesale or liquidation pricing may have better deals
• The more assembly you're willing to do on your own, the more money you can save
• Garage and estate sales are another great way to connect with private sellers who may have discounted cabinetry

By keeping your eyes and ears open, you may just find the cabinetry you want at the prices you need.