How long do kitchen cabinets last?
Kitchen cabinets typically last 20 to 30 years. Where yours fall in that range depends on how they were installed, how hard they work and how well they're maintained.
When will yours need replacing?
Enter the install year to see when replacement is due.
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What affects their lifespan
- Box material (plywood vs. particleboard)
- Water leaks under sinks
- Hinge and drawer hardware quality
- Tenant care
Signs they're near the end
- Swollen or delaminating panels
- Doors that won't stay aligned
- Broken drawer boxes
- Water damage in sink bases
Questions
- How long do kitchen cabinets last?
- Typically 20 to 30 years. CapexClock uses 25 years as its default, and you can change it for your building.
- When should I start saving to replace kitchen cabinets?
- As soon as they're installed. Spreading the cost over their 20–30 year life keeps the replacement from landing as a surprise. The mini calculator on this page shows a monthly amount for yours.
- How are kitchen cabinets priced in the calculator?
- By default they're priced per unit. Enter your own quote or recent invoice; CapexClock never fills in costs for you.
Plan every replacement in your building
List your roof, HVAC, water heaters and more to get a 10-year forecast and one monthly reserve number.
Open the free CapEx calculatorOther interior lifespans
- Interior paint (turnover) 3–7 years
- Laminate countertops 15–20 years