1. Both are modular but only cabinet made to order is custom.
2. All custom cabinet is modular.

POINT 2: All cabinetry is either framed or frameless.

1. Frameless means the cabinet carcass or box is made out of 3/4" panel stock. The door and drawer front are attached directly to the front of the carcass.
2. Framed simply means their is some 3/4" stock in the shape of a picture frame that is laid over the front of the carcass. The door and drawer front are placed on this this frame rather than directly on the carcass.

ALL FRAMED CABINETRY IS SIGNIFICANTLY MORE LABOR INTENSIVE because of the added face frame.

POINT 3: All cabinets are either full overlay, modified overlay, inset or 1/2" overlay. Following are the definitions.

1. Full overlay is available on framed or frameless cabinetry. It means the door and drawer front cover the entire front of the cabinet box. When installed you can not get your fingers between the doors and drawers at any point along the cabinet run. All frameless cabinets are full overlay only while framed cabinets can be ANY OF THE ABOVE. Full overlay is the standard for creating a richer more appealing look. Remember, all full overlay installations must use knobs or pulls to open the doors and drawers.
2. Modified overlay is available MAINLY on framed cabinetry with the exception of the frameless u channel model. It means the door and drawer front also cover the entire front of the cabinet box except in this case their is a finger space between the door and drawer front which allows you to open the door or drawer without the use of knobs or pulls.
3. Inset is available on framed cabinetry only. When a door is inset, the door and drawer front are flush with the frame. It is expensive to make and the doors and drawers can become wedged if the house shifts do to settling or  earthquake.
4. 1/2" overlay is available on framed cabinetry only. Looks wise it is significantly less appealing than full overlay but its price point is also significantly less on larger projects. On 1/2" overlay the door and drawer front overlay the opening of the picture frame faceframe by 1/2" all the way around.

POINT 4: The Finish; There are two choices in the industry

1. The catalyzed conversion varnish baked on finish which ocuppies 90% of the total US market. Its superior durability, look, & longevity have made it the standard throughout the cabinet industry in the US. Not all CAT Finishes are the same. Some companies apply less coats of stain, dye or sealer to lower their cost. Read what you are getting for an apples to apples comparison.
2. Do to tight EPA restrictions 98% of all cabinets manufactures have left Calif so as to provide superior product.
3. The other finish is the lacquer non yellowing sander sealer finish. It does not compare in any respect to the CAT finish and is less expensive than the CAT finish.

What ever your preference we offer all of the above and have the right product for your project at the budget price you have set.

POINT 5: Know the construction details.

1. Are the doors mortise and tenon or mitred. Is their a floating panel pin.
2. Are the drawers dovetail or not. Doweled, glued or nailed.
3. Are the face frames motise and tenon.
4. Is the wood select quality or of a lesser grade.
5. Are the finishes hand rubbed and what is the finish level of sanding.

Major mistakes to avodid:make sure you get a catalyzed finish on homes over $750,000.
On new construction get your plans to your kitchen cabinet designer/supplier before you start framing; we can save you money. stop by and let me show how this  can save you money and make your project flow more smoothly.