One of the biggest advantages of working with one showroom for your whole project is that we help you choose cabinets, countertops, and flooring together, not as three separate purchases from three different stores. Here is the order we recommend.
Step 1: Start with cabinets
Cabinets take up the most visual space in a kitchen or bathroom, so it makes sense to choose the color and style first. Everything else builds around this choice.
Step 2: Choose your countertop
Once you have a cabinet color, we set countertop samples right next to it. Look for a countertop that either complements the cabinet tone or creates a nice contrast, like a light counter against darker cabinets.
Step 3: Bring in the flooring
With cabinets and countertop chosen, we add flooring samples to the mix. The floor does not need to match exactly. A little contrast usually creates a more layered, finished look than an exact match would.
Step 4: Do not forget the backsplash and hardware
Backsplash tile and cabinet hardware are the finishing details that tie the whole room together. We save these for last since they are easiest to adjust once the big three are locked in.
Why we recommend seeing it all together
It is hard to judge how a cabinet, countertop, and floor will look together from separate store visits and lighting. Seeing them side by side, in the same room, under the same light, makes the decision so much easier.
Frequently asked questions
What should I pick first: cabinets, countertops, or flooring?
We usually recommend starting with cabinets since they take up the most visual space, then choosing countertops and flooring to complement them. It helps to see all three together before finalizing any one choice.
Do my floors need to match my cabinets exactly?
No, matching exactly can actually look flat. A little contrast between tones usually creates a more layered, finished look.
Can I see samples together before I decide?
Yes, that is exactly how we recommend choosing. Bring in any samples you already have and we will set them next to our cabinet, countertop, and flooring options so you can see the full picture.
Bring any samples you already have, paint chips, photos, or pieces you love, and we will help you build the rest of the room around them. Free estimates, honest advice, and no pressure.