CabinetVIEW | Pro 3D Cabinet Design Software with SketchUp

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Not at all. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you. Since you are using our library of 2,000+ pre-built models, you don't need to know how to draw complex joinery or parts. You simply "drag and drop" the cabinets you need and resize them to fit your floor plan. 

CabinetVIEW provides the visual 3D models and layout. To generate the professional cut list, material quantities, and cost reports, you use the CabinetCRUNCHER Excel engine. By keeping the "Visuals" in SketchUp and the "Math" in Excel, you get much higher accuracy and more flexibility than a standard 3D extension can provide. 

While there are several cutlist extensions available for SketchUp, they generally operate as "reporters"—they simply list the dimensions of the shapes you have drawn. CabinetCRUNCHER is a professional engineering engine that actually "thinks" like a cabinetmaker.

Here is why professional shops and serious woodworkers choose CabinetCRUNCHER over basic extensions:

• Engineering vs. Measuring: A standard extension only measures what you drew. If you forgot to account for a dado depth or a scribe overlap in your model, the extension will give you the wrong size. CabinetCRUNCHER uses built-in logic to automatically calculate joinery, overlaps, and reveals based on your specific shop standards.
• Complex Joinery Logic: Most extensions struggle with complex details like beaded face frames, tenons, or specific rabbet depths. CabinetCRUNCHER allows you to define these settings once; the software then applies that math perfectly to every cabinet in your project.
• The "Excel" Advantage: Unlike extensions that produce a static text file, CabinetCRUNCHER lives in Excel. This gives you powerful tools for material optimization, hardware tracking, and project costing that simple design plugins cannot match.
• Design Flexibility: With a basic extension, if you change a cabinet width, you have to manually "stretch" every part of the 3D model perfectly or the cutlist breaks. With CabinetCRUNCHER, you simply update the dimension, and the entire engineering for that cabinet—including all internal parts—recalculates instantly.
• Error Prevention: CabinetCRUNCHER acts as a safety net. It validates your dimensions to ensure that parts actually fit together, helping you catch expensive mistakes before you cut a single piece of expensive hardwood.

The Bottom Line: If you want to spend your time drawing every single joint and dado by hand, an extension is fine. If you want to spend your time building cabinets with the confidence that your parts will fit the first time, you need the engineering power of CabinetCRUNCHER.

This is where our system shines. Unlike a standard extension—where you would have to redraw your entire 3D model to change a dado depth or a stile width—with our system, you simply change the setting in Excel. Your cut list updates instantly without you having to touch the SketchUp model. 

CabinetVIEW is designed to work with the desktop versions of SketchUp. Because these are standard SketchUp components (.skp files), they are highly compatible and easy to integrate into your existing design workflow. 

Yes! The models are clean, professional, and ready for presentation. You can use them to create beautiful 3D walkthroughs or floor plans to help your clients visualize their project and close the sale faster. 

No. Like all our software, CabinetVIEW is a one-time purchase. Once you buy the library, it belongs to your shop. There are no monthly "rent" payments required to access your designs. 

No. While we offer a massive library of SketchUp models for those who want 3D visuals, it is not required. CabinetCRUNCHER is a standalone Excel-based engine. You can take measurements from a hand-drawn sketch, a blueprint, or any other design software and plug them directly into Excel to generate your professional cut list and cost reports. 

Absolutely. If you prefer to design in AutoCAD, 2020 Design, Chief Architect, or even just use a pencil and paper, CabinetCRUNCHER still handles all the "heavy lifting." You simply enter your project’s primary dimensions and your shop's construction standards into the Excel engine to get your results. 

We intentionally kept the "Math" in Excel so you aren't a slave to your drawing. Most all-in-one programs require a perfect digital model to give you a list. Our system gives you the freedom to design however you want, while Excel ensures your math, joinery, and material requirements are 100% accurate every time. 

You are in good company. Many of our most successful users prefer to sketch their layouts by hand. As long as you have your "box" dimensions (Height, Width, Depth), you can plug them into CabinetCRUNCHER and get a full professional breakout including labor, hardware, and material costs in seconds. 

Yes, absolutely. Whether you are a professional contractor bidding on a large project or a homeowner tackling a full kitchen remodel, CabinetCRUNCHER is engineered for multi-cabinet projects.

Unlike basic calculators that only handle one cabinet at a time, our software allows you to:

• Manage Entire Projects: Input all the cabinets for a kitchen, vanity, or built-in library into a single project file.
• Consolidated Material Lists: Automatically combine requirements for all cabinets into one master list. You'll know exactly how many sheets of plywood and how many board feet of solid lumber you need to buy for the entire job.
• Uniform Construction Standards: Set your shop standards once (like your favorite dado depth or drawer slide clearance), and apply them instantly to every cabinet in the kitchen for a consistent, professional build.
• Total Project Budgeting: (Professional Series) Get a complete breakdown of the total labor, hardware, and material costs for the entire kitchen before you even buy your first board.

Whether you are using our 2,000+ SketchUp models to visualize the layout or just working from a hand-drawn floor plan, CabinetCRUNCHER provides the "mathematical brain" to ensure every cabinet in the kitchen fits perfectly and stays on budget.

The possibilities are nearly endless. While CabinetCRUNCHER is a powerhouse for kitchens, its flexible "Engineering DNA" allows you to design almost any type of carcass-based cabinetry or furniture.

Our users successfully design and build:

• Bathrooms: Custom vanities, linen closets, and medicine cabinets.
• Storage & Organization: Mudroom lockers, walk-in closets, and garage storage systems.
• Living Spaces: Entertainment centers, bookcases, and fireplace mantels.
• Home Office: Custom desks, filing cabinets, and library shelving.
• Commercial Work: Breakroom cabinets, reception desks, and shop storage.

The Rule of Thumb: If it’s a project that involves a box-style construction with a face frame or frameless design—including doors, drawers, and adjustable shelving—CabinetCRUNCHER can handle the math.

Because you can customize the dimensions and construction rules for every individual piece, you aren't limited to "standard" sizes. If you can dream it, you can crunch the numbers for it.

Yes. Our library includes "Construction Models" that show exactly how the cabinet is assembled. We know that every woodworker has a preferred way of building. That’s why CabinetVIEW isn't just a static collection of shapes—it's a library of smart templates designed for real construction. If you need that level of detail in your 3D plan, you simply:

• Choose Your Method: Select a model based on your specific construction style (e.g., choose between different cabinet base types or how the back panel is installed, such as butted, dadoed, or rabbeted).
• Adjust the Details: Once you've selected the correct construction style, you can easily adjust the model to your desired size and configuration.

The Best of Both Worlds: You get a 3D model that actually looks like the cabinet you are going to build, which then works in perfect harmony with the CabinetCRUNCHER Excel engine to generate your final, precise cut list.