How do Symphony Kitchens compare in price and quality to other kitchens?
If you’re looking for a new kitchen, you’re likely to want to get the best balance of price vs quality. The trouble is, there are so many brands available that comparison can be difficult. So, how do Symphony Kitchens compare in price & quality to other brands?
Please note, Symphony offer several ranges which differ in quality. This article is based on their Gallery range, which is the highest quality range they offer. It’s also based on having their upgraded premium carcass, rather than standard carcass.
How do Symphony Kitchens compare to the high street chains and trade-only suppliers?
The most obvious comparison to make is with the high street chains and trade-only suppliers. These generally sell on the strength of being cheap. Symphony Kitchens are usually similar in price to these places.
Quality wise, In our opinion, Symphony Kitchens are better than what you’ll find in these places.
So, for example, the kitchens you’ll find in the high street chains & trade-only suppliers are constructed from low density chipboard. The problem with low density chipboard is it won’t be long before it starts to bow under the weight of the worktops. In contrast, Symphony kitchens are constructed from high density chipboard. High density chipboard will support the weight of the heaviest worktops & never bow.
Another difference is in the quality of the edging used. The units you’ll find in the high street chains & trade-only suppliers will come with a thin melamine edging. The problem with a thin melamine edging is it offers little or no protection to the delicate from edges of the units. In contrast, Symphony’s units feature a 2mm thick, impact resistant, PVC or ABS edging. This edging is designed to protect the delicate front edges from chips & damage & prevent any water ingress.
How do Symphony Kitchens compare to other brands sold by independent kitchen showrooms?
The kitchens sold by Independent kitchen showrooms vary in price. So, some brands cost less than Symphony, some similar & some more.
It’s a similar story for quality. So, some brands sold by independents are lower quality than Symphony, some similar quality & others higher quality.
The key thing is, not all of the brands that are higher quality than Symphony, cost more. Some are similar in price to Symphony.
“The key thing is, not all of the brands that are higher quality than Symphony, cost more. Some are similar in price to Symphony.”
How are these brands higher quality than Symphony?
One example is the quality of the drawers. Firstly, the drawers on these brands will have a higher load capacity. Therefore, you’ll be able to put more in them. Secondly, when you open & close the drawers, they’ll feel smoother & sturdier than they do on a Symphony kitchen.
Another difference is the quality of the doors. These doors will be thicker and heavier than Symphony doors. They’ll also have a smoother finish.
Another difference is the quality of the storage solutions. These include things like larder unit pull out, base unit pull outs, corner unit pull outs and corner unit carousels. Again, in use, these will feel a lot smoother & sturdier than they do on a Symphony kitchen.
How do you find these great value brands?
Simple, speak to us and we’ll tell you. We know how most of the brands sold by Independent kitchen showrooms compare in terms of price & quality. Therefore, we know which are the best value ones to look at.
So, if you want to find out which showrooms in your area will offer you a kitchen that costs similar to Symphony, but is higher quality, get in touch and we’ll tell you who they are.
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For more info on Symphony, visit their website – https://www.symphony-group.co.uk/products/fitted-kitchens/