Kitchen & Bath Concepts*
Posted 3/22/08
The True Meaning of “Custom” Cabinets
For some people, the meaning of “custom” cabinets might be handmade cabinets constructed in a small shop or on-site. But to Kitchen & Bath Concepts (KBC), “custom” cabinets means providing top-quality cabinets with “custom” design, “custom” fit, and “custom” installation to meet each customer’s specific needs and desires. Owner Jeff Durbin, a third-generation carpenter and cabinetmaker, started KBC in 1987. Originally, the company built high-end cabinetry, but in 1998 KBC transitioned over to providing high-quality, custom factory cabinetry from nationally recognized and long-established manufacturers.
Jeff decided to transition from making cabinets to purchasing factory cabinets because he realized that manufacturer’s cabinets were just as good (but usually more strongly and precisely built), were finished with more complete and extensive processes, had excellent warranties, offered quick turnaround times, and had great pricing. “I felt it was a great way to offer customers more value for their dollar,” he states. “These cabinets are backed by me and by our national manufacturers. And our companies always stand behind their products.”
He continues, “The word ‘custom’ can be deceiving. Some people might think custom is better than factory built. That is not the case. With factory built cabinets, we can provide precise cabinet depth, width, height, color, etc., and many other benefits. There really is nothing we can’t do with our products that a ‘custom’ guy could do! We provide custom design, custom fit, and custom installation. The outstanding warranties provided by our companies, along with the high-quality construction of our factory cabinets and the fact that they meet and exceed the industry standards established by the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association, give us a definite edge. Plus, our pricing is exceptional. We are very competitive with cabinet makers and we always beat the big box stores and direct clubs in price, quality and service.”
The manufacturer’s cabinets provided by KBC are specially and specifically built for each individual customer. These cabinets have finished interiors, adjustable shelves, durable construction features, one year to lifetime warranties, and go through a 12-15 step finishing process in a “clean” facility. Additionally, the cabinets undergo continual quality inspections designed to meet industry standards and the customer’s expectations.
KBC is a member of the Huntsville-Madison County Builders Association, the Remodeler’s Council, and the National Kitchen and Bath Association. A few of the manufacturer lines provided by KBC are Omega Cabinetry, Dynasty Cabinetry, Wards Cabinetry, Medallion Cabinetry, Shiloh Cabinetry, Decora Cabinetry, Diamond Cabinetry, and Marsh Cabinetry. Some of the business clients that KBC serves include Stricklin Custom Homes, Malone & Whitehead Custom Homes, Southern Spaces, and Bluestone.
For KBC, the true meaning of “custom” cabinets focuses on providing quality cabinets that fit each client’s individual tastes and needs. “All we do is cabinets,” Jeff says. “For us, ‘custom’ means specially designed, built, and installed for you. Our focus is on quality. We are redefining the true meaning of ‘custom’ cabinets.”
Contact Info:
Kitchen & Bath Concepts
130
Castle Drive
Madison, AL 35758
(256) 430-4733