How do I quote a kitchen per linear metre?
Set a supply-and-install rate per linear metre for your carcass finish (melamine, Formica/laminate, lacquered or solid timber), enter the metres of base and wall units, and TradiQuote multiplies it out. Then add separate line items for doors and fronts, hardware, the countertop and the installation so the client sees exactly what each part costs. Save your finishes once and your next kitchen quote takes minutes.
How do I price different door finishes and hardware in one quote?
Keep each finish and each hardware item as its own line. List melamine, wrap, lacquered or solid-timber doors at their own rate, then add hinges, soft-close runners and handles as separate quantities. Because the add-ups are visible, the client understands why a soft-close, lacquered kitchen costs more than a basic melamine one — and you protect your margin when they start choosing upgrades.
What do kitchen cabinets cost per linear metre in South Africa?
As an indicative 2026 guide, supply-and-install melamine kitchen cabinetry commonly runs around R3,000–R6,000 per linear metre, with a quartz or granite top adding roughly R2,500–R4,500 per linear metre. Lacquered, wrapped or solid-timber finishes sit higher. These are rough market ranges to sanity-check against — always set your own rates based on your board, edging, hardware and labour costs.
Can I quote a kitchen with lots of options without it taking all day?
Yes. Kitchens are full of choices — finish, handles, runners, top material, appliance integration. Build each as a saved line item once, then drop them into any quote and change the quantities. The client gets a clear itemised proposal in minutes instead of you rebuilding a spreadsheet for every kitchen.
Can clients pay a deposit on a kitchen online?
Yes. Once the client signs the proposal, a deposit invoice with your banking details is created and sent automatically. They can pay by EFT or card, and you're notified when it clears — so you can order board, doors and hardware and book the install before you start cutting.
