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The Truth About DL Cabinetry: Why I Chose Them Over 47 Other Manufacturers

By Steve Eisenmenger | October 17, 2025 | 7 minute read

⚠️ SPOILER ALERT: I’m about to show you exactly what I pay wholesale for every cabinet. No other dealer will do this. The big box stores will hate me for it. But after 30 years in this business, I’m done with the games.

Why I’m Writing This

Last week, a customer showed me a quote from a local showroom. $18,000 for cabinets. I quoted the exact same kitchen using the exact same DL Cabinetry line for $8,400. Same cabinets. Same manufacturer. Same quality. The only difference? I showed her my wholesale cost and my markup. She saved $9,600.

That’s why I’m writing this. Because you deserve to know the truth about cabinet pricing.

What Is DL Cabinetry?

DL Cabinetry is one of the largest RTA (Ready-to-Assemble) cabinet manufacturers in North America. They’ve been around since 2009, ship over 100,000 kitchens per year, and here’s the kicker – they supply cabinets to most of the “custom” cabinet shops you see locally. Those shops just mark them up 200-300%.

Here’s what DL Cabinetry really is:

  • Solid wood doors – Not particle board, not MDF faces, real wood
  • Plywood boxes – Not particle board like IKEA
  • Soft-close everything – Included, not a $500 “upgrade”
  • KCMA certified – Same standards as $30,000 cabinets
  • 1-week delivery – Not 16 weeks like custom shops

The 11 Door Styles That Cover 95% of Kitchens

After 30 years, I’ve learned something: People think they want unlimited choices, but they really want the RIGHT choices. DL Cabinetry offers 11 door styles that cover everything from modern to traditional:

Our Available Door Styles:

  1. Cyber Grey Shaker – Modern grey, hides everything
  2. White Shaker – The classic that never fails
  3. Glacier White – Softer than pure white
  4. Dove Grey – Perfect neutral grey
  5. Pearl White – Subtle shimmer, not flat
  6. Dark Caramel – Rich wood tones
  7. Versa Shaker – The perfect greige
  8. Driftwood – NEW! Coastal farmhouse
  9. Slim Shaker Alabaster – NEW! Modern profile
  10. Slim Shaker Ebony – Bold black statement
  11. European White Oak – Coming Spring 2025!

Order All Sample Doors – $20 Each (Credited to Purchase)

The Numbers That Made Me Choose DL Cabinetry

I’ve dealt with 47 different cabinet manufacturers over 30 years. Here’s why DL won:

Metric DL Cabinetry Industry Average
Defect Rate 2% 8%
On-Time Delivery 87% 62%
Lead Time 5-10 days 6-16 weeks
Warranty Claims 0.8% 3.2%
Price vs Custom 40% of cost 100%

The Wholesale Prices I Pay (Nobody Shows You This)

Here’s what I actually pay DL Cabinetry for a standard 30″ base cabinet in each style:

Door Style My Cost Showroom Price Your Price You Save
White Shaker $146 $627 $209 $418
Cyber Grey $153 $642 $219 $423
Dark Caramel $167 $689 $239 $450

See the pattern? Showrooms mark up 300-400%. I mark up 30-40%. You save 50-60%.

The “Made in Vietnam” Truth

Yes, DL Cabinetry is made in Vietnam. You know what else is made in Vietnam? The cabinet components for most “American” cabinet companies. The difference? DL is honest about it.

Here’s what “American Made” really means in the cabinet industry:

  • Boxes assembled in USA from Vietnamese plywood
  • Doors “finished” in USA from Vietnamese components
  • Hardware from China (everyone’s is)
  • Then they charge you 3x more for that “Made in USA” sticker

I’d rather sell you honest Vietnamese manufacturing at fair prices than deceptive “American assembly” at inflated prices.

When DL Cabinetry ISN’T Right for You

I’m not going to BS you. DL isn’t perfect for everyone:

Don’t Choose DL If:

  • You need true custom sizes (DL only does 3″ increments)
  • You want exotic wood species or custom stains
  • You need cabinets in less than 5 days
  • You’re building a $2M house (go full custom)
  • You can’t follow assembly instructions (or hire someone who can)

DL Is PERFECT If:

  • You want quality without the markup
  • You have 1-2 weeks to wait
  • You’re comfortable with assembly (saves $3,000+)
  • You want to save 50-60% vs showrooms
  • You appreciate transparent pricing

The $20 Decision That Saves You Thousands

Before you spend $10,000+ on cabinets based on website photos, do this:

  1. Order sample doors – $20 each, see all 11 styles
  2. Live with them – Put them in your kitchen for a week
  3. Test your lighting – Morning, noon, night, artificial light
  4. Match your samples – Countertops, flooring, paint
  5. Make your decision – With confidence, not guesswork
  6. Get your $220 back – 100% credited to your cabinet order
Order Sample Doors Now – $20 Each

100% credited toward your cabinet purchase

Real Numbers from Real DL Cabinetry Kitchens

These are actual quotes from the last 30 days:

Kitchen #1: White Shaker Classic

  • 22 cabinets, standard 10×10 layout
  • Home Depot quote: $14,200
  • My price with DL: $6,820
  • Customer saved: $7,380

Kitchen #2: Two-Tone Modern

  • 28 cabinets, Cyber Grey and White
  • Designer showroom quote: $19,500
  • My price with DL: $8,950
  • Customer saved: $10,550

Kitchen #3: Dark Caramel Traditional

  • 31 cabinets, crown molding, glass doors
  • Local cabinet shop quote: $16,800
  • My price with DL: $9,200
  • Customer saved: $7,600

Why I’m Telling You All This

Because I’m tired of the games. I’m tired of watching good people get screwed by showrooms charging 300% markups. I’m tired of “custom” shops selling you DL cabinets at triple the price.

My business model is simple:

  • Show you exactly what I pay
  • Add a fair markup (30-40%)
  • You save thousands
  • I sleep well at night
  • We both win

The Lead Time Advantage Nobody Talks About

Here’s something crazy: DL Cabinetry ships in 5-10 DAYS. Not weeks. Not months. DAYS.

While “custom” shops are telling you 12-16 weeks (and usually delivering in 20), I can have your entire kitchen delivered next week. Same quality. Better price. 10x faster.

Why? Because DL has massive inventory in Atlanta. They’re not building your cabinets from scratch. They’re pulling them from warehouse stock and shipping immediately.

Your Next Step

You have three options:

  1. Keep shopping showrooms – Pay 300% markup for the same cabinets
  2. Try IKEA – Save money, get particle board, spend weeks assembling
  3. Work with me – Get DL quality, transparent pricing, 5-10 day delivery

If you’re still reading, you already know what to do.

Start with Sample Doors

See and feel the quality before committing. Order all 11 styles for $220.
100% credited to your cabinet purchase.

Order Sample Door Pack – $220

Or call me directly: (307) 314-4623

P.S. – The Email That Started This Article

“Steve, I just wanted to thank you for being honest about pricing. The local showroom wouldn’t tell me anything without a $500 ‘design deposit.’ You showed me your wholesale costs on our first call. I saved $11,000 and got better service. Why doesn’t everyone do business like this?” – Jennifer M., Denver

Because most people in this industry care more about their commission than your kitchen. I don’t work that way.

Ready to see the truth about cabinet pricing?
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Steve Eisenmenger
Founder, Kitchens By Remote
“What would I do if this was my house?”

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