Question 1

How do you measure a kitchen from plans?

Accepted Answer

Set the scale on the kitchen plan, then measure each cabinetry run in linear metres and count the units, doors, drawers and appliance openings. Keep base, overhead, tall and island on layers. MetreMate totals it so you price at your per linear metre rate.

Question 2

How do you work out linear metres of cabinetry from a plan?

Accepted Answer

Measure each run separately with the measure tool and MetreMate totals the linear metres. Group base, overhead and tall runs so your quote is itemised and worktop or appliance scope stays out of the cabinetry rate.

Question 3

Can I quote a kitchen from plans?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Measure the cabinetry runs, count the units and openings, and note anything custom. MetreMate gives you a clean linear metre takeoff straight off the plan, ready to price before a site measure.

Question 4

How do I count doors and drawers from a kitchen plan?

Accepted Answer

Use the count tool to tap each door, drawer front and appliance panel on the elevation and MetreMate keeps a live total by type. Door and drawer counts drive the hardware and hinge quantities, so counting them off the plan means the estimate reflects the real fronts before manufacture.

Question 5

How do I split base, overhead and tall runs when measuring?

Accepted Answer

Measure each run on its own layer, base, overhead, full height and island, so the linear metres never get mixed. MetreMate totals every layer separately and text notes tag each run, which lets you price base and overhead cabinetry at different rates off the one plan.

Question 6

How do I quote wardrobes and joinery from a plan?

Accepted Answer

Measure the wardrobe and joinery runs in linear metres, count the shelves, hanging rails and drawer banks, and note the internal layout. MetreMate keeps the runs and counts separate from the kitchen scope, so built in wardrobes and custom joinery are priced on their own without a site visit.

Cabinetry linear metres from the kitchen plan

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How kitchen & cabinet suppliers use MetreMate

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Count the units

Keep it itemised

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