Ready-to-Assemble Kitchen Cabinets

How to Order Ready-to-Assemble Cabinets

Ordering your new RTA kitchen cabinets online is easy. With CliqStudios, you have two options to choose from. Our self-serve online cart or you can work directly with one of our professional designers.

Online Checkout

To purchase RTA kitchen cabinets online, simply select the cabinet door style and finish you want then click ‘Shop Now’. Then choose the cabinets you need within each category like wall cabinets, base cabinets and accessories and click ‘Add to Cart’. Always remember to purchase finished panels for exposed cabinet ends and any fillers, crown molding and toe kicks.

Use a Professional Designer

Your CliqStudios kitchen designer will walk you through the remodeling process based on your budget and provide you with floor plans, quotes, and 3D renderings. Whether you want a little help or a lot, our designers are here for you from start-to-finish.

Start by submitting your measurements, then we will automatically assign you to a designer. Within 24 hours, your kitchen designer will contact you to get started. From here, your designer will coordinate a series of virtual meetings and screen shares to discuss your design preferences, budget and storage needs. Once you have finalized your design and approved all the measurements, you can order your ready-to-assemble cabinets!

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Are RTA Cabinets Good Quality?

The quality difference for RTA cabinets can range based on where they are purchased from and the cabinet construction. Generally, if the cabinets have a full-height back panel, dovetail drawer construction, and soft-close hinges and glides, they are a higher quality cabinet. Anything less than this may not last as long and will show more wear and tear over time.

CliqStudios offers all these features and more with all-plywood construction for durability and an interlocking box system for easy assembly. You also have access to top styles and finishes ranging from the popular shaker styles to raised panel doors and even some frameless styles. Additionally, we include timeless and on-trend colors and a 5-year warranty as a standard.

Why Are RTA Cabinets Less Expensive Than Custom?

It’s no secret that there is a wide price difference between custom, semi-custom, and RTA cabinets. The gap in pricing is mostly determined by the number of styles, finishes, and options for each type of cabinet. RTA cabinets typically cost less because finishes, door styles, cabinet sizes, moldings, and accessories are all more limited than you would find with a semi-custom or custom line.

Other contrasts that account for cabinet pricing is cabinet assembly or lack thereof. Semi-custom and custom cabinets arrive at your home ready to install, whereas RTA kitchen cabinets come flat-packed in boxes leaving you with the task of building your own cabinets, drawer boxes, and other details.

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What Does the Term ‘RTA Cabinets’ Mean?

The term ‘RTA cabinets’ means ready-to-assemble cabinets. This type of cabinet arrives at your home in flat-packed boxes including all the parts, pieces, panels, and hardware needed to put together a complete cabinet. This type of cabinet does involve quite a bit more work for a DIY installation because you need to assemble all the cabinets before anything can be installed.

RTA kitchens are very popular because of the wide-ranging colors, door styles, and more inexpensive price ranges. All CliqStudios RTA cabinets offer strong all-plywood cabinet construction with dovetail drawer boxes and soft-closing hardware making this option a no-brainer.

How Long Does It Take to Assemble RTA Cabinets?

On average, it takes 15 – 45 minutes to assemble RTA cabinets. The length of time is determined by your personal skill level and the type of cabinet. The most experienced DIYer or installer can assemble a cabinet in around 7 – 10 minutes. In addition to cabinets, there are other pieces that will need to be assembled and installed like roll-out trays and soft-close hardware.

Make sure you give yourself enough time to assemble your entire order. It’s better to plan an extra day to build your own cabinets rather than having the countertop professionals show up for a template too early. Or you can talk to our installation professionals for a quote on RTA kitchen cabinet assembly and installation.

All our installers are background checked, licensed and insured and performance screened. That means you don’t need to worry about anything other than choosing your dream kitchen cabinets.

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Can You Customize RTA Cabinets?

Even though RTA cabinets are stock cabinets, they do offer a few customizations. Some of the most popular upgrades are roll-out trays, pull-out trash cabinets and prepped for glass doors. Additional upgrades can be found through the self-checkout process or your CliqStudios designer is more than happy to share all available options.

If you find you need more specific custom solutions, explore our Mercury, Signature Plus and Craftsman cabinet lines. You will need a designer to get an estimate for these lines. Keep in mind that changing your cabinet line, door style and finish and adding extras will likely increase your estimate.

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How Do RTA Cabinets Arrive?

On delivery day, your framed or, frameless RTA cabinets will arrive flat-packed in boxes. Each cabinet box must be assembled prior to installation. It’s best to decide whether you will DIY or hire a contractor to assemble and install cabinets before placing your order. This will prevent project delays and rescheduling so you can keep your kitchen remodel on track.

Each remodel is unique, however, there are some best practices you can use for a smooth experience. Follow these 4 tips after delivery to protect your cabinets and project timeline.

1. Take inventory 
2. Inspect your cabinet order 
3. Report any missing or damaged items to the manufacturer 
4. Store your new cabinetry in a temperature-controlled space 

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How Long Do RTA Kitchen Cabinets Last?

The lifespan of an RTA cabinet is around 10 – 30 years. However, it depends on a few things; proper assembly, cabinet construction and installation. Assembly is simple, but it should only be completed by someone who is confident in their skills and knows what they are doing.

Cabinet construction is another important factor. No matter how great the assembly was, if the cabinets are stapled together and don’t include a full-height back panel, they won’t last very long. Look for a quality ready-to-assemble cabinet line that offers all-plywood construction, soft-close hardware and dovetail drawer construction, like CliqStudios.

Lastly, installation plays a role in the lifespan of your cabinets. When cabinets are awkwardly installed without shims, leveling and proper technique, this can damage the cabinets. Over time, undue pressure will cause weak spots and potentially compromise the cabinets’ construction.

To make sure your cabinets last longer, explore our RTA assembly videos. This library easily shows you how to assemble each type of cabinet by category. If you still don’t feel confident in your assembly and installation skills, consider CliqStudios installation. Our world-class installers will take the heavy lifting off your shoulders. Learn how they can make your project easier today!

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