In a nutshell, what does Crown Point Cabinetry offer?
We handcraft some of the finest quality, all-wood custom cabinetry in period styling, for the kitchen, bath, or other room, available directly from us.
What wood species can my kitchen be crafted in?
We offer Cherry, Quartersawn White Oak, Red Oak, Maple, Knotty Pine, Mahogany, and Tiger Maple.
How do I achieve a look that is "mine?"
Use the period styles such as Arts & Crafts, Shaker, Victorian, Early American, and Traditional as a starting point. There's more to it, but in the spirit of keeping things short and sweet, find more information right here.
What is the average lead time?
Normally, our lead (or delivery) time runs an average of 12-14 weeks. During our busy periods (Spring and Autumn), that can increase to an average of sixteen weeks.
What is the average price of cabinetry in a Crown Point kitchen?
Crown Point builds no average kitchens in cost or quality. But, to help provide a budgetary guideline, our cabinetry for most kitchens can be acquired in the $30,000 to $40,000 range. Yet, it is not uncommon for clients to invest 50-, 75-, or even 100 thousand dollars. (For example, very large homes, or projects that involve other rooms such as pantries, libraries, baths, entertainment rooms, etc.)
How does one go about purchasing your cabinetry?
Couple of ways:
1. We can work directly with you and your building professional! That's right, you can buy direct! We will design, build, and deliver directly to you. It's easy, start the process here!
2. E-mail us a check (Just kidding!)
That's great! But what are the steps necessary before an order is placed?
As mentioned above, you can get the details here. But for those of you who want just the overview, here's how: One of our talented inhouse Design and Sales staff works with you, designing your kitchen. A deposit is placed, and the delivery slot assigned. After custom building your cabinetry, delivery is made, and at the same time, we collect the balance due.
Is anything in stock, are there any "seconds"?
Being a custom cabinetmaker means that no cabinetry is built until an order is placed, therefore, there are no seconds. Or thirds. Don't even ask about fourths.
How is the cabinetry delivered?
Your cabinetry is blanket-wrapped and shipped on a specialty furniture carrier.
Where is Crown Point located?
Our facility is located in Claremont, NH. Please see our contact page for mail, phone, shipping, and e-mail information. Directions can be found here.
How about door styles and finishes?
Crown Point creates a variety of door styles and finishes, enabling you to live with the design elements and kitchen layout that fit your lifestyle.
What type of joinery does Crown Point employ?
Where appropriate, mortise and tenon, and dovetail.
What about warranty?
We believe so strongly in our craftsmanship that we warranty your cabinetry for ten years! Not one, or three or five--ten!
How do I care for my cabinetry?
We have a whole page dedicated to that very question. It covers care and cleaning, minor repairs, and even moisture control.
I've been through this list, but I don't see my question here...
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Does Crown Point make a full overlay door?
Yes, available in our Limited Line!
Where can I see your cabinetry?
Because we only sell direct to you, there are no distributors nor showrooms. We are fortunate in that our clients across the country are very gracious, and usually quite happy to share their kitchen project with others. Of course, everyone is welcome to visit us--just give us a call!
What about countertops?
When that question gets asked, most people are referring to the countertop that goes into the kitchen proper. Generally speaking, those countertops are made from something other than wood (granite, stainless steel, solid surface, soapstone, etc.) and those products are not available through us.
Does Crown Point install the cabinetry?
No, we don't. The builder/remodeler/homeowner does the installation. Many of our rave reviews come from the people doing the installations: "The cabinetry fit perfectly!", "Your cabinets installed like a dream", "My contractor was very pleased that your cabinetry fit so well!".
Exactly what type of finish does Crown Point use?
While our large variety of rich stains or authentic milk paint gives you the color you desire, the clearcoat offers extremely durable protection that is a result of our multi-step process. Whether stain or paint, all pieces are coated with our catalyzed varnish sealer, baked in our oven (at 130˚) for twenty minutes, sanded with an ultrafine grit sandpaper, and rubbed with a tack cloth (picking up those annoying bits of dust!). The pieces are then topcoated with another catalyzed varnish, and baked once again for twenty minutes at 130˚. This final baking causes the critical cross-linking to occur between the two coats, yielding our famous finish. This is a process that cannot be duplicated on any jobsite! For complete details, please see our Finishes page.
Are your base and wall cabinet interior shelves adjustable?
Very much so! Precisely drilled peg holes are placed every 1 1/4" for beefy metal shelf pegs. To adjust, simply lift out the shelf, and place the pegs in the holes you desire, and replace the shelf in its new location! For more details on what goes into constructing our cabinetry, please visit our Quality page, (located under our Why us? section).
