Our Custom Cabinet Manufacturing Process in Toronto
Our custom cabinet manufacturing process in Toronto has six steps: contact, free measurement, sketch and quote, order, build and install. We cut and assemble every cabinet to order in our Scarborough shop. Lead time is typically 4 to 8 weeks from order confirmation, depending on the project.
- Step one
- Free measurement
- Step two
- Sketch and quote
- Lead time
- Built in 4 to 8 weeks
- Install
- Installed by our team
From measurement to install
Most kitchens take 4 to 8 weeks from the day you confirm your order. Scroll along the stick to see where that time goes.
Free measurement
We measure your space and talk through layout and finish.
Design and quote
We sketch the layout and price it at the rates on this ticket.
Order confirmed
The clock starts. Book your other trades now.
Built in our shop
Cut and assembled in our shop on Thornmount Dr.
- Install window: 4 to 8 weeks after order
Installed by our team
Cabinets, quartz and sink go in. Your plumber and electrician finish up.
How our custom cabinet manufacturing process works in Toronto
From first message to installed cabinets, here is what we do and what we need from you.
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01Step 1
Send us your project
- We do
- Reply on WhatsApp, phone, email or the quote form. You can also send a "my ticket" list of the cabinet sizes you like from our shop.
- You do
- Tell us the room, your rough plan and when you would like it done.
- Have ready
- Photos of the room and a few lines on what you want.
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02Step 2
Free measurement
- We do
- Visit to measure the room. We check walls, openings and obstacles, because cabinets are built to your actual space.
- You do
- Give us access and tell us what is staying and what is changing.
- Have ready
- See the measurement checklist below.
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03Step 3
Sketch and quote
- We do
- Sketch the layout and price it at our published rates. As of October 2026, thermofoil kitchens are $350 per linear foot installed and painted kitchens are $500 per linear foot installed, with quartz countertop, handles and sink included. Birch plywood cabinet boxes add $50 per linear foot.
- You do
- Review the layout, choose thermofoil or painted, and ask questions.
- Have ready
- Your list of changes and your questions.
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04Step 4
Confirm your order
- We do
- Lock in the layout, finish and price. Order confirmation is when the lead time starts.
- You do
- Approve the plan and tell us your install timing.
- Have ready
- Your final choices and your trades’ schedule.
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05After order
We build
- We do
- Cut and assemble your cabinets to order in our Scarborough shop. Typical lead time is 4 to 8 weeks from order confirmation, depending on the project.
- You do
- Get your trades ready. Demolition, electrical and plumbing are not included in our rates and stay with your own trades.
- Have ready
- Walls, power and plumbing prepared by your trades.
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06Install day
Our team installs
- We do
- Our own team installs the cabinets and the items in your rate, such as the countertop and handles.
- You do
- Keep the room clear and let us know about any building rules, especially in a condo.
- Have ready
- Clear access, and elevator booked if needed.
What to have ready for your measurement visit
A few minutes of prep makes the visit faster and the quote more accurate.
What customers say
From the initial design stage through to installation, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The kitchen was completed on time and to a very high standard.
They gave me a one-week timeline and delivered exactly on schedule, which I really appreciate.
The quality of the cabinets exceeded my expectations. They were well-crafted, sturdy, and beautifully designed.
Excellent work. Great customer service and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend!
Common questions
How long does the custom cabinet manufacturing process take in Toronto?
Lead time is typically 4 to 8 weeks from order confirmation, depending on the project. Measurement and design come before that. Tell us your target date at the first message so we can say honestly whether it fits.
Is the measurement really free?
Yes. Homeowners get a free measurement and quote. We also sketch the layout and price it at our published rates, so you know where you stand before you decide. Contractors can get a same-day quote on WhatsApp.
What is included in the price?
As of October 2026, thermofoil kitchens are $350 per linear foot installed and painted kitchens are $500. Quartz countertop, handles and sink are included. Birch plywood cabinet boxes add $50 per linear foot. Electrical, plumbing, demolition and construction are not included.
Do you install the cabinets yourselves?
Yes. Our own team installs the cabinets. Your trades handle electrical, plumbing, demolition and construction before we arrive. See the kitchen renovation page for who does what, and the timeline guide for how the pieces fit together.
Can I order online?
No. There is no online checkout. Our shop lists the cabinet sizes we build. Add sizes to your ticket and send it to us on WhatsApp or through the quote form. We then confirm the details, measure and quote.
Kitchen guides
All guides
Kitchen Cabinet Sizes: The Widths and Heights We Build in Toronto
Every base, wall, pantry and vanity size in our catalogue, in inches, with how to read the size codes and how we fit the sizes to your walls.
Thermofoil vs Painted Kitchen Cabinets: Which Fits Your Toronto Home?
An honest comparison of thermofoil and painted kitchen cabinets: look, heat, repairs, cleaning and cost at Tevola's published per-foot rates.
Kitchen Renovation in Toronto: A Realistic Timeline
A stage-by-stage look at a Toronto kitchen renovation, from the free measurement to the final walkthrough, including who handles which trade.
Fill in your ticket
Three short steps. When you send it, your ticket opens in WhatsApp so you can attach photos of the space, and we reply with a quote or a time to measure.