Kitchen cabinet dimensions – both custom and off-the-shelf – come in a range of standard sizes. These standard sizes make planning for a kitchen remodel easy since you’ll know what height, width, and depth to measure for.

Base Cabinet Dimensions

The height of your base cabinets impacts your comfort and convenience in the kitchen. Cabinets that are too low may cause back strain and those that are too high can be challenging to reach.

Standard Size for Base Cabinets

Variations in Base Cabinet Height, Width, and Depth

There are a few variations worth considering when taking measurements for base cabinets.

Base Height

Manufacturers use a height of 34.5 inches as the standard dimension for base cabinets.

Homeowners with mobility issues may consider custom base cabinets. Variations range between 32 to 38 inches. Depending on the material, adding a countertop may increase a base cabinet’s height.

Raising the height of standard cabinets using custom box frames is suitable for taller individuals. Kitchen interior designers cover the box frames using toe kicks and molding.

Base Width

Standard cabinet base widths range from 6-48 inches. Adjusting the width by up to 3 inches helps meet various space needs. Using 9, 12, 18, and 24-inch filler cabinets best accommodates pull-outs.

In contrast, 30-inch cabinets are common in single-basin sinks. Consider 33 to 36-inch cabinets when installing a double-basin sink.

Base Depth

The depth of kitchen base cabinets starts from the outer front edge to the wall. Stock base cabinets have a depth of 24 inches, excluding the countertop overhang.

Considering a countertop’s overlay and edge detailing, a base depth of 25-26 inches should suffice. Deeper base cabinets make it difficult to plug in appliances or access items in the back of the cabinet.

You may need base cabinets with 12, 15, and 18-inch depths to suit various circumstances, which are often available via special order.

Upper Cabinet Dimensions

Standard Size for Upper Cabinet Height

The typical height for upper cabinets is 12, 36, and 42 inches. Consider the ceiling height and clearance space when choosing the upper cabinet’s size.

A 12-inch or 15-inch tall cabinet is ideal for accessorizing the space above a refrigerator.

Variation in Upper Cabinet Width and Depth

The variations in widths and depths cater to diverse homeowners’ needs. Some homeowners opt for deeper cabinets up to 16 inches since they provide more storage space.

Upper Cabinets Width

Upper-width variations help complement the size of your kitchen and appliances. 12-inch upper cabinets, for instance, are best for smaller kitchens. Upper cabinets with a width of 30 inches are suitable for larger kitchens.

Upper Cabinets Depth

Adjusting the depth affects the storage capacity of an upper cabinet. Shallower cabinets tend to limit storage space. In contrast, deeper cabinets may be challenging to access items in the back.

Sink Cabinet Dimensions

The sink cabinet offers a convenient space for storing cleaning supplies and concealing waste pipes.

Standard Sink Cabinet Width

A sink cabinet’s standard width ranges from 30 to 42 inches. Choose a 30-inch width for a single-basin sink. While the standard width for double-basin sinks is 36 inches, variations exist.

For instance, double-basin sinks, such as offset sinks, need an average width of 33 inches. A wider sink cabinet produces more countertop and storage space. A narrower sink cabinet is best for smaller kitchens.

Standard Sink Cabinet Depth

The standard sink cabinet depth is 24 inches – deep enough to conceal waste pipes and allow for plumbing repairs. Depending on design specifications, some manufacturers produce cabinets with depths of 21 or 27 inches.

Tall Kitchen Cabinet Dimensions

A tall kitchen cabinet is also known as a pantry or utility cabinet. Tall kitchen cabinets help maximize narrow storage spaces.

Standard Size for Tall Kitchen Cabinets

The standard height for a tall kitchen cabinet is 84 or 96 inches. A 96-inch cabinet works best in a standard 8-foot room. It runs from the floor to the ceiling. An 84-inch tall cabinet creates a uniform pattern with surrounding wall cabinets.

Variations in Tall Kitchen Cabinet’s Depth and Width

Depending on the design and manufacturer, there are variations in depth and width.

Tall Cabinet Depth

The standard depth for tall kitchen cabinets is either 12 or 24 inches. A 12-inch depth is standard in pantry cabinets for storing canned foods. In contrast, kitchen pantries with pull-out drawers have a depth of 24 inches.

Tall Cabinet Width

The width variations for tall kitchen cabinets are 12, 24, and 36 inches. A 12-inch width accommodates roll-out storage drawers. Most kitchens are compatible with a 24-wide tall kitchen cabinet. Consider a 36-inch wide pantry cabinet for extra storage with pull-out drawers.

Corner Base Cabinet Dimensions

The main corner base cabinets are Lazy Susan and blind corner base cabinets. Both complement various kitchen designs and maximize storage space.

Standard Size for Lazy Susan Corner Base Cabinets

The standard size for lazy Susan cabinets is 36 inches wide and 34.5 inches high. These cabinets often have two rotating trays with a diameter of 28 inches.

Lazy Susan cabinet doors measure 9 inches wide for 33-inch cabinets, with a 30-inch height. The bottom tray rests on a fixed shelf, making corner storage spaces much more accessible. Lazy Susan’s standard depth is 24 inches, excluding the countertop’s overhang.

Standard Size for Blind Corner Base Cabinets

Blind corner cabinets have a single door opening to a half-moon-shaped shelf. Others have pull-out mechanisms extending from the cabinet. Blind corner base cabinets have a height of 34.5 inches, with a toe kick measuring 4.5 inches.

Most doors for this cabinet type measure 15 inches wide by 24 inches high. They also include a top drawer measuring 15 inches wide by 6 inches high. The standard depth for blind corner base cabinets is 24 inches.

Kitchen Island Base Cabinet Sizes

Choosing the correct kitchen island cabinet dimensions ensures optimal functionality.

Height

The standard height for kitchen island base cabinets is 36 inches.

Depth

Same as the base cabinet, the kitchen island cabinet’s standard depth is 24 inches. The depth provides enough space for storing kitchen essentials.

Width

The width of kitchen island cabinets varies depending on preferences and available space. The common widths for kitchen island base cabinets are 24, 30, 36, 48, and 60 inches.