What Affects the Price of a Custom Kitchen in Dubai?

The price of a custom kitchen in Dubai depends on how much cabinetry you need, what it is made from, and how much work the design and the site involve. Two kitchens of the same size can be priced very differently because of their finishes, hardware and details, which is why an accurate quote starts with a site visit rather than a figure per metre.

Below are the factors that move the price, so you can decide where to spend and where to save.

Layout and linear length

The biggest single factor is how much cabinetry there is. Kitchen makers usually think in running length of base and wall units, so an L-shape, U-shape or galley with an island involves more boxes, more doors and more worktop than a single straight run.

• The number of base, wall and tall units
• Corner units, which need special fittings to make the space usable
• Islands and peninsulas, which have finished panels on every side
• Ceiling-height wall units, which add storage but also material and fitting work

Materials and finishes

The carcass board and the door finish set much of the cost. Moisture-resistant MDF, particleboard and plywood are priced differently, and door finishes range from practical laminate and HPL to lacquer, wood veneer and acrylic. Handleless profiles, colour-matched edges and finished side panels all add work.

If budget is a concern, a common approach is to keep moisture-resistant boards throughout (the carcass is the wrong place to save in a Dubai kitchen) and choose a less expensive door finish on the units that are seen less.

Hardware and accessories

Hinges, drawer runners and internal fittings are where costs can climb quietly. Soft-close hinges are standard on a good kitchen, but the choice of runners, lift-up mechanisms, pull-out larders, corner solutions, cutlery inserts and bins makes a real difference to both the price and daily use.

• Drawers instead of doors on base units: more convenient, more hardware
• Lift-up mechanisms on wall units
• Pull-out larders and corner carousels
• Internal organisers, waste bins and drawer inserts
• LED lighting under wall units or inside glass cabinets

Appliance integration

Built-in appliances need cabinets made around them. Integrated fridges and dishwashers take a cabinet door on the front, ovens and microwaves need tall housing units with ventilation, and a hob and extractor need correct cut-outs and clearances. Choosing appliance models early lets your kitchen maker draw exact openings and avoids rework on site.

Worktops

Worktops are usually priced separately from the cabinets and vary widely. Laminate, solid surface, quartz, granite and porcelain or sintered stone each have their own cost, and the price also moves with the thickness, the edge profile, the number of joints, upstands and splashbacks, and cut-outs for undermounted sinks and hobs.

Tall units and design complexity

Tall units for ovens, fridges and larders add a lot of storage, and a lot of material. Design details affect the price too:

• Curves, angled ends and open shelving
• Glass-fronted cabinets and display units
• Mixed finishes, for example wood-look and lacquer in one kitchen
• Hidden doors, pocket doors or appliance garages
• Bespoke sizes in place of standard module widths

Because Mute Line makes every cabinet in its own manufacturing facility in Jebel Ali, bespoke sizes are normal for us. Even so, a more complex design takes more drawing, machining and fitting, and the quotation reflects that.

Site conditions and old kitchen removal

The space itself matters. A renovation means removing and disposing of the old kitchen, and sometimes repairing the walls, floor or plumbing behind it. Uneven walls and floors need scribing and levelling. Moving the sink, hob or appliances means plumbing, drainage, electrical and ventilation changes, and towers and communities usually ask for a fit-out approval with drawings before work starts. Access matters too: a high-floor apartment with restricted lift times is a different job from a ground-floor villa.

If the kitchen is part of a bigger project, see our villa renovation and apartment renovation services.

How to get a fixed, itemised quote

1. Book a free site visit. We measure the space, check the walls, floors and services, and talk through how you cook and what you need to store.
2. Share what you have: photos of kitchens you like, appliance models and any drawings from your designer.
3. Agree a layout and material choices. We prepare drawings so you can see exactly what will be made.
4. Receive a fixed, itemised quotation that lists cabinets, finishes, hardware, worktops and installation, with a handover date.
5. Compare like for like. If you have other quotes, check that they include the same boards, hardware, worktop and removal work.

Frequently asked questions

Can you give me a price per metre?

We don’t quote per metre, because two kitchens of the same length can use very different materials, hardware and appliances. A site visit lets us price your actual kitchen.

Where can I save money without regretting it?

Keep the moisture-resistant carcass and good hinges and runners, as these protect the kitchen for years. Simpler door finishes, fewer specialist accessories and a standard worktop edge are easier places to save.

Is the quotation fixed?

Yes. Once the design and materials are agreed, you receive a fixed, itemised quotation and a handover date before work starts.

Do you work outside Dubai?

Yes. Our own team installs in all seven emirates, including kitchen cabinets in Sharjah.

Ready to price your kitchen? Look at our kitchen and cabinet work and book a free site visit, or message us on WhatsApp on +971 52 237 5959, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 6pm.