Measurement Guide

Why Accurate Measurements Matter Why Accurate Measurements Matter

Why Accurate Measurements Matter

Measuring is the part everyone dreads, and the part that matters most. Half an inch off is the difference between cabinets that drop right in and a stack of costly returns. Whether it’s a full kitchen or a single vanity, ten careful minutes here saves you time, money, and a headache later.

What to Have Handy Before Measuring

25-foot Tape Measure

Primary measuring tool

Pencil and Eraser

Recording dimensions on your sketch

Camera or Smartphone

Photographing the space for reference

Grid Paper or Graph Paper

Drawing your floor plan to approximate scale

Step Stool or Ladder

Measuring ceiling height and upper wall features.

Level

Checking whether walls, floors, and ceilings are plumb and level

Measurement Checklist

Before you send it over, make sure you’ve got:

☐ Overall length of every wall (corner to corner)

☐ Ceiling height, measured in at least two spots per wall

☐ Width, height, and position of all windows (including trim)

☐ Location and dimensions of all appliances (fridge, range, dishwasher, microwave, sink)

☐ Center point of the sink drain, measured from the nearest corner

☐ Location of gas line, electrical outlets, and light switches

☐ Photos of every wall where cabinets will go

☐ Notes on any soffits, bulkheads, angled walls, or other obstructions

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