Buying new kitchen cabinets is a daunting task. Cabinets are expensive. There are a multitude of options, from repainting to refacing to replacing cabinet doors. to buying new cabinets altogether. If you've decided to buy new cabinets, you need to choose stock vs semi-custom vs custom cabinets. You also have to decide on a type of wood and an overall style of cabinet. Cabinet quality will affect not only your enjoyment of your cabinets, but their cost as well. And let's not forget you probably need to hire a contractor or carpenter as well. Before you're done, you may need a therapist as well!

Are you considering buying environmentally-friendly "green" cabinets? You may want to read about the surprising health benefits of green cabinets .

If you feel a bit overwhelmed, why not start with an overview of the cost of installing new cabinets. When you have finished that 5-article series, you'll be ready to research some of the many brands of cabinets, which are profiled here: