The kitchen is one of the most used and most expensive rooms to finish in a Lahore house. Whether you are fitting one kitchen or forty apartments, buying the right products and checking them on delivery saves a lot of later repairs.
This guide covers the main kitchen products, how suppliers price them, what to check when they arrive and how to buy in bulk.
What kitchen suppliers provide
- Ready-made and modular cabinets (base, wall and tall units)
- Countertops in stone, quartz-type engineered stone, solid surface or laminate
- Sinks in stainless steel, granite composite or ceramic
- Built-in gas hobs and kitchen hoods
- Hardware: hinges, drawer runners, handles, baskets
- Sometimes installation, measurement and design services
Some suppliers only sell; others measure, fabricate and install.
Products in this category
| Product | What it is | When you need it |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets (ready-made) | Factory-made base, wall and tall units in standard sizes | New kitchens, quick fit-outs, multiple identical units |
| Kitchen countertops | Worktop surface over base cabinets | New kitchen or replacing a damaged top |
| Built-in hobs and hoods | Gas hob fitted into the countertop; hood above to remove smoke | Modern kitchens with fitted layouts |
| Kitchen sinks | Single, double or with drainboard; top-mount or undermount | New kitchen or sink replacement |
| Hardware and accessories | Hinges, runners, handles, baskets, organisers | Cabinet fit-out and upgrades |
How to choose a supplier
- See samples in person. Board, edge banding, stone slabs and sink gauges look different in real life than in photos.
- Ask for written specifications: board type and thickness, hardware type, stone thickness and finish, sink material.
- Check warranty terms in writing, especially for hinges, runners and appliances.
- Ask about installation. Who measures, who installs and who fixes errors?
- For appliances, check gas type compatibility (natural gas from SNGPL vs LPG) and that after-sales service is available in Lahore.
- Check product standards where they apply. The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) is the national standards body; ask whether a product carries any certification.
How pricing usually works
| Product | Usual pricing basis |
|---|---|
| Cabinets | Per running foot, per unit, or per kitchen package |
| Countertops | Per sq ft or per running foot, plus cut-outs and edge profile |
| Sinks | Per piece |
| Hobs and hoods | Per piece |
| Hardware | Per piece or per set |
| Installation | Per kitchen, per running foot, or included |
We do not publish kitchen product rates; they vary widely with material and finish. Get written quotes from at least three suppliers on the same measurements and specification.
What affects the price:
- Material (board type, stone type, steel grade)
- Finish (laminate, lacquer, high-gloss, matt)
- Hardware quality (soft-close, full-extension runners)
- Countertop thickness, edge profile and number of cut-outs
- Order volume (bulk orders for projects)
- Delivery and installation
- Imported vs local products
Process: from request to installed kitchen
- Measure the kitchen carefully, or ask the supplier to measure.
- Plan the layout: sink, hob, fridge and storage positions; gas, water and electrical points.
- Request quotes with the same layout and specification.
- Approve drawings and samples.
- Confirm site readiness: plumbing, gas and electrical points in place; walls plastered and level.
- Delivery and inspection: check every item before installers start.
- Install cabinets, then countertops, then sink, hob and hood.
- Test gas, water and drainage connections.
- Snag list and handover with warranty documents.
Bulk buying for projects
Builders fitting many kitchens can save money and time by standardising.
- Fix one layout family (for example, L-shape and straight) and a single specification sheet.
- Approve a sample kitchen before mass production.
- Order finishes and stone from one batch to avoid colour differences.
- Agree delivery in phases that match construction progress, so items are not stored on a wet site.
- Inspect each delivery against the order list before signing.
- Keep a retention until all kitchens are installed and snagged.
- Collect warranties and pass them on to buyers or tenants.
Plan services before ordering
Most kitchen problems start with services in the wrong place. Before you order cabinets or countertops, confirm with your plumber and electrician:
- Sink water and drain points line up with the sink base
- Gas pipe for the hob comes up inside the hob base, with an accessible valve
- Sockets for appliances sit above the countertop, away from the sink
- A duct route to outside exists for the hood
- Wall tiling or backsplash height is decided
Red flags
- No written specification for board and hardware
- Samples that differ from delivered goods
- Countertop measured before cabinets are installed
- Gas hobs sold without checking your gas type
- No warranty card or invoice
- Large advance for custom work with no drawings
FAQs
Ready-made or custom cabinets? Ready-made units are quicker and suit standard layouts and repeated apartments. Custom work fits odd spaces better but takes longer.
Which countertop material lasts longest? It depends on use. Natural stone and engineered stone resist heat and scratches better than laminate; ask about stain resistance and sealing.
Do I need a hood? A hood removes smoke, grease and smell, which matters for Pakistani cooking with frying and tarka. Plan an outside vent if possible.
Can I buy in bulk for several apartments? Yes. Standard cabinet sizes and repeated specifications make bulk buying easier. Agree delivery schedules and a sample approval process.
Who connects the hob to gas? Use a qualified gas fitter. Make sure the hob suits your gas type.
Should I buy all kitchen products from one supplier? It simplifies coordination and responsibility, but compare prices for each part.
Sources
- No official rate source applies to kitchen products in Lahore; this page gives general, practical guidance. Get written quotes for prices.