Steel Kitchen Furniture Guide: Stainless Steel Cabinets, Worktables, Shelves and Racks, Grades 304 and 201, Gauge Thickness, Finishes, Hygiene and Heat Benefits, Noise, Indicative Rates and Buying Checks in Pakistan
Steel kitchen furniture, usually stainless steel, is easy to clean, termite-proof and heat-resistant, which makes it popular for homes wanting a hygienic kitchen and for restaurants. Grade and thickness decide rust resistance and strength. Prices run from about PKR 4,000 to PKR 18,000 per running foot. This page covers stainless steel cabinets, worktables, shelves and racks, grades 304 and 201, gauge thickness, finishes, hygiene and heat benefits, noise, rates and buying checks. For related pages see aluminium kitchen, kitchen cabinets and kitchen storage shelves.
What is available
Stainless steel cabinets, base and wall units, worktables, sink units, shelves, racks and trolleys are all made, from simple home units to commercial kitchens. Finishes include brushed, mirror and powder coated.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common fabrication figures per running foot of cabinet.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Basic steel cabinet, grade 201, per foot | PKR 4,000 - 7,000 |
| Good steel cabinet, grade 304, per foot | PKR 8,000 - 14,000 |
| Premium steel kitchen with finishes, per foot | PKR 12,000 - 18,000 |
| Steel worktable, per foot | PKR 3,500 - 9,000 |
| Installation, per foot | PKR 200 - 600 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Grades 304 and 201
Grade 304 resists rust and corrosion well and is food-safe, and grade 201 is cheaper but can rust in humid or salty kitchens. Ask for the grade in writing. A magnet sticks strongly to cheap steel and weakly to 304, a rough check, but not proof.
Gauge thickness
Thickness of 0.8 to 1.2 mm suits cabinet bodies, and 1.5 to 2 mm suits worktops and heavy tables. Thin panels dent and drum. Check thickness with a calliper and look at welds and edges.
Finishes
Brushed finishes hide scratches, mirror finishes show every mark and coloured powder-coated finishes add colour but can chip. Choose by use and cleaning habits.
Hygiene, heat and noise
Steel does not absorb water, harbour pests or burn, and wipes clean. It can be noisy: ask for sound-damped panels and soft-close hardware. Steel conducts heat, so protect worktops from very hot pans.
Buying checks
Ask for grade, thickness, welding quality, drawer runners and warranty in writing, and inspect a finished kitchen. Fixing and assembly should be done carefully, with wall fixings suited to the wall type and the load checked against the maker's rating.
Before you decide
Ask for the steel grade and thickness in writing and check welds and finishes. Measure the space and the largest item you need to fit, check the material, finish and load rating, compare at least two quotes or products on the same specification and keep the invoice and any warranty. Ask for photographs of the actual item or a sample, confirm delivery and assembly in writing and inspect the delivered piece for damage before the delivery person leaves. Prices change with material costs and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide, and be careful with very low prices that hide thin materials or poor finishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kitchen cabinets, tables and shelves made of stainless steel. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative rates run from about PKR 4,000 to 18,000 per running foot depending on grade and finish. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Grade 304 for rust resistance. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
0.8 to 1.2 mm for bodies, more for worktops. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
It can be, so ask for sound-damped panels. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Planning a steel kitchen?
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