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Merillat vs. Dynasty cabinets

12 years ago

I got prices for Merillat and Dynasty cabinets. There is about a $1600 difference, with Merillat being less expensive. Tempted to go with Merillat (Classic but with plywood construction, dovetail drawers) because of the price difference, but getting them in 10 days, as opposed to the usual 6-8 weeks of other cabinet lines, makes me think they are slapped together. Maybe spending the extra $ for Dynasty will be worth it in the long run....thanks for any help with this!

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elba1
12 years ago
I'm not well versed in lots of cabinet brands - I don't know anything about Merillat, but my Omega Dyanasty cabinets are in the process of being installed, and so far so good! Mine came in 5 weeks. Good luck with your decision.
robbcs3
12 years ago
The difference:

Merillat- Builder grade, 5 year warranty, few styles and finish combos, limited sizing

Dynasty- remodeling grade, lifetime warranty, many finishes, plenty of standard sizes, semi custom modifications, better construction, better hardware and components

Depends on what you want for your home. If you want something that will last 15 years buy the Dynasty. If you are selling in a few years, get the Merillat.
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swisscook
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we almost went with Merrilat but decided on Ultra Craft, a semi-custom line. Merrilat is a stock cabinet, so it isn't as if yours have to be 'made' ...chances are the order is easier to 'fill'. We ended up with the semi custom line which allowed us to have the design we really wanted. The specials being offered by Ultra Craft at the time made the price difference about 2 grand. I have to say, though, the kitchen designer had NO HESITATION in backing Merrilat 110%. She said we it is a solid company, and offers a good product. If you can get what you want with it, and the savings will help, you can feel confident going with Merrilat. We too were going to do the plywood and dovetail drawers. GOOD LUCK with the DECISION!
joaniepoanie
Original Author
12 years ago
Thanks to everyone....I have finally decided to spend the extra $$ and go with the Dynasty cabinets (which are on sale until end of September). Have been reading some bad press about Merillat---employees don't like the company in recent years, Kraftmaid taking over, in fact cabinets are really Kraftmaid with Merillat stamped in them, bad customer service, etc...Have heard only good things about Omega/Dynasty.....and am just very leary of a set of cabinets that can be "made," sent and received in 10 days. Now for the next decision...quartz or granite.....

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