What Size Are Tall Kitchen Cabinets?

Types of Tall Cabinets

• Tall cabinets, including columns, broom closets and pantries, are most commonly used to fill tall, narrow spaces around appliances. They are available in a few different sizes, but, as with other cabinets, they have a few measurement standards. The depth of a column or pantry is usually between 12 and 27 inches. Widths range between 12 and 36 inches while heights are usually offered in 84, 90 or 96 inches.

Tall Vs. Standard Measurements

• According to ABM Cabinets, a tall cabinet is any piece that is 4-feet high or taller. Depending on the manufacturer, a tall cabinet may be as tall as 96 inches, or 8 feet. Cabinets in these sizes have limited space availability as they require uninterrupted wall and floor space not available in every kitchen space. Standard cabinets are available in a wider selection of heights, widths and depths and are more adaptable to large or small spaces.

Purchase Options

• Cabinet designs are either standard or custom-made. Standard cabinets are mass produced, which means a somewhat limited selection of styles, colors, wood and hardware. Premade cabinets are significantly less than a custom set and are more readily available, so there are no delays to project completion. Custom cabinets are created without space fillers, meaning that every inch of space is used for storage. To fit an odd or otherwise difficult room while on a budget, standard cabinets mixed with custom may be an ideal third option.

Tall Cabinet Benefits

• Tall cabinets have a very specific purpose in the home; namely they are space fillers in areas where standard cabinets won't fit. When added to a design, the large size is ideal for storage and often provides shelves tall enough for bottles, vases and other household items that may not fit in standard cabinets. Their limited size availability, however, limits their use in small kitchens. Standard measurements have some tall cabinets at a height of 8 feet, too high to be convenient for most homeowners, which means a great deal of space goes unused and the investment doesn't pay off. A good rule for homeowners is to keep cabinet sizes proportional to the space, which will avoid a visually unappealing finished product and is more likely to provide better movement and function for cooking.