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Custom Cabinetry vs IKEA: Cost Comparison for Calgary Kitchens

Cost Guides, Kitchen Renovations

Custom Cabinetry vs IKEA: Which Is Right for Your Calgary Kitchen?

One of the biggest kitchen decisions is cabinetry. Custom or IKEA? Here’s an honest comparison.

IKEA SEKTION Cabinets

Cost for 10-12 linear feet: $3,500 – $8,000 (boxes + doors + hardware)

Installed cost: $6,000 – $12,000

Pros:

  • Significantly cheaper than custom
  • High-quality hinges and slides (Blum-made)
  • Flexible modular system
  • Many door styles and colours
  • 25-year warranty on frames

Cons:

  • Fixed sizes — limited customization
  • Particleboard construction (not plywood)
  • Assembly required (or pay for installation)
  • Filler panels needed for non-standard openings
  • Limited depth options

Semi-Custom Cabinetry

Cost for 10-12 linear feet installed: $15,000 – $30,000

Pros:

  • More sizes and configurations than IKEA
  • Plywood box construction option
  • Wider range of finishes
  • Professionally installed

Cons:

  • More expensive than IKEA
  • Still limited to standard sizes (with some flexibility)

Full Custom Cabinetry

Cost for 10-12 linear feet installed: $25,000 – $60,000+

Pros:

  • Any size, any configuration
  • Highest quality materials (plywood, solid wood)
  • Made for your exact space
  • Unique features and inserts
  • Lifetime craftsmanship

Cons:

  • Most expensive option
  • Longer lead times (6–10 weeks)

Which Should You Choose?

Choose IKEA if: You want the best quality-to-cost ratio, standard kitchen layout works for you, budget-conscious.

Choose semi-custom if: You need specific sizes or configurations, budget is moderate.

Choose full custom if: Your kitchen has unusual dimensions, you want distinctive features, budget allows premium quality.

Ready to Decide?

Contact Olympic City Renovations for a free consultation.

Olympic City Renovations serves Calgary, Priddis, Okotoks, and surrounding communities. We specialize in kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations, basement developments, and luxury garage builds.

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