Cabinet cut list inputs
Calculated cabinet cut list
| Part | Qty | Length (in) | Width (in) | Thickness (in) | Area each (sq ft) | Total area (sq ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Submit the form to generate your cabinet cut list. | ||||||
Material distribution graph
Formula used
Interior width = cabinet width − (2 × material thickness).
Side panel height = cabinet height − toe kick height for base cabinets, or full cabinet height for wall and pantry cabinets.
Top and bottom panel width = interior width.
Shelf size = (interior width − reveal) × (cabinet depth − back thickness − reveal).
Back panel size = cabinet width × usable cabinet height.
Door width = ((cabinet width − (2 × reveal)) ÷ doors).
Total material area = sum of all part areas.
Waste-adjusted area = total area × (1 + waste percentage).
Estimated sheets = waste-adjusted area ÷ sheet area.
How to use this calculator
- Enter the cabinet type and number of identical cabinets.
- Provide cabinet width, height, depth, and panel thickness values.
- Set shelf count, door count, drawer fronts, and face frame sizes.
- Add toe kick, reveal, kerf, and waste assumptions.
- Click Calculate cut list to show the result section below the header.
- Review part dimensions, total area, and estimated sheet demand.
- Use CSV for spreadsheets and PDF for workshop handoff.
- Confirm final outputs against your joinery method before cutting stock.
Example data table
| Project type | Cabinets | Width (in) | Height (in) | Depth (in) | Shelves | Doors | Estimated material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base cabinet | 2 | 30 | 34.5 | 24 | 3 | 2 | 112.64 sq ft |
| Wall cabinet | 1 | 36 | 30 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 38.04 sq ft |
| Pantry cabinet | 1 | 24 | 84 | 24 | 5 | 2 | 86.71 sq ft |
Frequently asked questions
What does this cabinet cut list calculator estimate?
It estimates major cabinet parts, including sides, top, bottom, back, shelves, face frame pieces, doors, drawer fronts, toe kicks, sheet usage, and waste.
Which cabinet style works best with this tool?
It works best for standard rectangular cabinets using common shop construction assumptions. You can adjust thicknesses, reveals, rails, stiles, and clearances.
Does the calculator include saw kerf losses?
Yes. Kerf is added to total sheet demand so the material estimate better reflects actual cutting conditions during layout and breakdown.
Can I use this for frameless and face-frame cabinets?
Yes. Frameless users can set face frame dimensions to zero. Face-frame builders can enter stile and rail widths for a fuller cut list.
How are sheet counts estimated?
The tool totals all part areas, adds waste and kerf allowances, then divides by sheet area. It provides a practical estimate, not a nesting-optimizer output.
Does it calculate hardware or edge banding?
No. This version focuses on panel and frame dimensions. You can still note edge-banded parts separately after exporting the results.
Why might my shop measurements differ slightly?
Real projects vary by joinery, back inset, toe detail, hinge choice, and shop standards. Review every output before cutting expensive material.
Can I export the results for my workshop records?
Yes. You can download the calculated cut list as CSV or PDF and keep a clean record for estimating, planning, and production.