Colorado guide · Updated October 2026
How much do custom cabinets cost in Colorado?
Custom kitchen cabinets in Colorado typically cost about $500 to $1,200 per linear foot installed, according to national cost guides' Denver figures, with semi-custom cabinets around $200 to $550 per linear foot. A standard 10-by-10-foot kitchen has about 20 linear feet of cabinets, so custom cabinetry for it usually runs about $10,000 to $24,000 installed.
Colorado price benchmarks
Published third-party estimates for Denver and Colorado, checked October 2026. Listed ranges are estimates, not quotes or transaction data.
| Measure | Range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Custom cabinets, Denver, installed | $500–$1,200 per linear foot | HomeGuide (Denver) |
| Custom cabinets, Denver, installed | $500–$1,500+ per linear foot | UncoverDenver |
| Custom cabinetry, Denver (average) | About $689 per linear foot; range $265–$1,591 | Renovetted |
| Semi-custom cabinets, Denver | $200–$550 per linear foot | HomeGuide; UncoverDenver |
| All cabinet types, Denver / Colorado Springs | $260–$570 / $240–$530 per linear foot | HomeBlue |
| Cabinetmaker labor, Denver | About $90–$110 per hour | UncoverDenver |
| Cabinet installation, Colorado | $50–$250 per linear foot | VL Builders |
What changes the price
- Linear footage and layout. More cabinets, tall pantry units, islands and corners add cost.
- Construction. Frameless and framed full-overlay boxes cost less than inset construction.
- Species and finish. Paint-grade and plain-sawn oak cost less than quarter-sawn oak, walnut or custom stains.
- Detail. Applied mouldings, glazed doors, carving and period hardware add design and shop time.
- Location. Mountain towns add travel and delivery, especially in winter.
- Climate. Colorado’s dry air calls for stable panel construction and careful acclimation of solid wood.
For period houses, the most useful starting point is the original woodwork. Denver Squares, for example, were finished with stock millwork of the day; see the Denver Square guide and the kitchen cabinetry in the library.
Questions
- How much do custom cabinets cost per linear foot in Colorado?
- Most Colorado estimates put fully custom cabinets at about $500 to $1,200 per linear foot installed, with premium woods, inset construction and carved details pushing higher.
- How much does a 10x10 kitchen of custom cabinets cost in Denver?
- A 10x10 kitchen has about 20 linear feet of cabinets. At $500 to $1,200 per linear foot, custom cabinets for it typically cost about $10,000 to $24,000 installed, before countertops and appliances.
- Why are custom cabinets more expensive in the mountains?
- Mountain projects add travel time, delivery to sites that can be hard to reach in winter, and sometimes lodging for installers. These costs are usually quoted separately.
- Does Colorado’s dry climate affect cabinets?
- Yes. Very low indoor humidity makes solid wood shrink, so wide solid panels can crack or gap. Stable construction such as veneered or engineered panels, proper acclimation and allowance for movement help cabinets last.
