Deciding Whether to Install Kitchen Cabinets Right to the Ceiling
There is no right or wrong way to install wall cabinets, but there are several factors that you should consider before deciding what is best for your kitchen. In some cases, the following factors could prohibit putting them right against the ceiling.
1) Ceiling Height- ceiling height will not only have an impact on whether you will have enough room to leave a space above your cabinets, but it will also impact the actual height of the cabinets you can use. With 30" wall cabinets, if you use the industry standard of a 19 1/2" gap between your countertops and wall cabinets, you will need a minimum of 84" in height, and with 42" cabinets you will need a minimum of 96"... if you planning on installing crown moulding or leaving a space, that will have an impact on the size of the cabinets that you can use and whether you will have to install them to the ceiling or leave a space.
