Trade Price Kitchens in Essex — 18mm Rigid Units Delivered in 10 Working Days

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Trade Price Kitchens Delivered to Essex

If you are searching for a trade price kitchen in Essex, SJB Trade Kitchens offers something most high street showrooms cannot — genuine trade pricing on premium, rigid-built kitchen units delivered directly to your door. Whether you are renovating 1930s semis in Chelmsford, Victorian terraces in Colchester, and modern homes in Brentwood, our made-to-order service means every unit is built to your exact specifications.

We deliver to Essex and across the South East as standard, with kitchens arriving within 10 working days. Homeowners across Chelmsford, Colchester, Brentwood, Southend, Leigh-on-Sea, and Epping are already benefiting from kitchens that feature 18mm Egger and Kronospan carcasses with full 18mm solid backs, Blum soft-close hinges as standard, and Blum Antaro drawer boxes. Custom heights, depths, and widths are included at no extra charge — ideal for the varied property stock found across the South East.

In Essex, homeowners benefit from SJB’s straightforward pricing model that avoids the inflated costs often seen in retail kitchens. Our kitchens are usually 30–50% more affordable than Howdens, with no hidden fees, showroom add-ons, or middlemen involved. We deliver high-quality kitchens to Essex customers in as little as 10 working days.

Why Essex Homeowners Choose SJB

Essex boasts an eclectic mix of property styles—from the characterful 1930s semi-detached homes in Chelmsford with their compact galley kitchens to the spacious open-plan layouts found in new-build developments across Basildon and Harlow. Homeowners often face challenges adapting their kitchen layouts to these diverse spaces, whether it’s maximizing storage in older terraces or choosing finishes that complement converted barns in rural Uttlesford. SJB Trade Kitchens delivers bespoke solutions tailored to these unique local demands, ensuring every kitchen is designed precisely to fit and enhance the property.

Showrooms in Essex, including those in Southend-on-Sea and Brentwood, typically mark up prices significantly, reflecting higher overheads associated with the South East. By offering direct trade pricing, SJB enables Essex residents to access premium, rigid-built kitchens at a fraction of showroom costs—crucial in a county where property renovation budgets can be stretched between preserving heritage features and modernising essentials. This pricing advantage has made SJB a preferred choice for savvy homeowners and trade fitters alike who won’t compromise on quality but want to avoid showroom premiums.

Beyond the main towns like Colchester and Harlow, we also serve surrounding villages and suburbs, including the commuter belts near Ongar and Braintree. The consistent demand from these areas highlights a growing trend: Essex homeowners are increasingly knowledgeable buyers, seeking made-to-order kitchens that reflect their property’s character and functionality without the inflated prices common locally. With SJB, they gain access to tailored kitchens that enhance their homes’ value and aesthetic, delivered reliably across Essex and beyond.


Explore Our Kitchen Styles

Not sure which style is right for you? Browse all six of our kitchen ranges below — click any image to see the full range and individual product options.

Handleless Matt Kitchens - Trade Kitchens Manchester

Handleless – Matt

modern matt slab kitchens - Trade Kitchen Supplier Manchester

Slab – Matt

Shaker Kitchens - Trade Kitchen Supplier Manchester

Shaker – Foil

Handleless Gloss Kitchens - Trade Kitchens Altrincham

Handleless – Gloss

Modern Gloss Kitchens Manchester - SJB Trade Kitchens

Slab – Gloss

Painted Shaker Kitchens Altrincham - Trade Kitchen Supplier

Shaker – Painted

SJB vs High Street Showrooms — Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature High Street Showrooms SJB Trade Kitchens
Carcass Thickness Typically 15mm 18mm Egger/Kronospan
Back Panels Hardboard / thin panel 18mm Solid
Construction Flat-pack Rigid Pre-Built
Drawers Basic runners Blum Antaro as Standard
Pricing “Sale” pricing / inflated RRP Transparent Year-Round
Lead Time 6–8 weeks typical From 10 Working Days
Custom Sizing Limited Yes — Heights, Depths & Widths

Delivering to Essex & Surrounding Areas

Though based in Oldham, Greater Manchester, SJB Trade Kitchens efficiently serves Essex with regular deliveries, typically reaching Essex addresses within 5 to 7 working days. The journey from Oldham to key Essex locations such as Chelmsford, Basildon, and Southend-on-Sea is well covered in our logistics planning, with reliable scheduling to ensure kitchens arrive on time and in perfect condition, ready for installation.

We proudly deliver across a wide range of Essex postcodes, including CM1 to CM8, SS0 to SS17, and RM9 to RM20, covering major towns and their suburbs as well as more rural areas like Thaxted and Great Bardfield. Customers looking to see our products firsthand can visit our Oldham showroom, though many Essex clients prefer remote ordering supported by virtual consultations and detailed samples sent directly. Unlike remote regions such as the Scottish Highlands, Essex deliveries carry no additional surcharges, making nationwide service both affordable and convenient.


Why Essex Homeowners Benefit from SJB’s Trade Pricing Model

Essex’s vibrant property market—with its mix of period homes and expanding new developments—often comes with higher kitchen showroom prices due to local overheads and competition. Our trade pricing model directly addresses this, allowing homeowners in Essex to secure premium kitchens at significantly lower costs compared to traditional Essex showrooms, particularly in bustling market towns like Chelmsford and Brentwood.

Many Essex homeowners face renovation projects that balance preserving character in older properties, such as 1930s semis and barn conversions, while embracing modern design and durability. By sourcing kitchens straight from our manufacturer in Oldham, customers avoid showroom markups common in the South East, making it easier to invest in quality cupboards and fittings that enhance both form and function without budget blowouts.

Our model works exceptionally well in Essex because it suits the county’s diverse buyer base—from local tradespeople managing multiple builds to discerning homeowners upgrading family homes. With direct ordering, transparent pricing, and reliable nationwide delivery, SJB Trade Kitchens empowers Essex residents to access bespoke kitchens at honest prices, helping them create the perfect heart for their home.

From Design to Reality — A Real Customer Kitchen

Every SJB kitchen starts with a detailed CAD design so you can see exactly how your finished kitchen will look before a single unit is ordered. Here is what that looks like in practice.

SJB Trade Kitchens CAD design render - Scott kitchen view 1

The CAD design produced by Steve before the kitchen was ordered

Finished SJB Trade Kitchens installation - Scott kitchen photo 5

The finished kitchen installed by the customer – exactly as designed

“Steve is absolutely epic! Really nice guy. 100% genuine and to be trusted. Really easy to work with. Couldn’t do enough and always on hand.

The kitchen was amazing quality and the kitchen looked exactly like the images he produced on his computer. The units came ready built which saved a lot of time! Even if you’re not a joiner it was really easy to assemble and fit.

The kitchen is great quality and a VERY competitive price! 100% recommended! Thank you so much!”

— Scott, verified SJB Trade Kitchens customer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What Our Customers Say

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Ameer Latif
30 August 2026
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We will get back with a quote within 24 hours they say, 10 days, 3 emails with pictures, sizes and plans and not one reply.. Not even a we cant help you
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Fleetkleen UK
26 July 2026
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Top service fantastic quality kitchen supplied with fully built units at an amazing price that I’ve not found anywhere else, would highly recommend giving Steve a call, will need his services again very soon.
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Naz K
25 June 2026
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Fantastic experience with Steve from start to finish. He designed an amazing kitchen in a small space and truly went above and beyond what I expected. He took the time to listen carefully to my ideas and requirements, and was never pushy throughout the process. His knowledge, creativity, and attention to detail really stood out at every stage. Everything was planned and executed with care, and he made sure even the smallest details were perfect. The end result is a beautifully designed, highly functional kitchen that I’m absolutely thrilled with. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Emma Bradshaw
13 May 2026
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After visiting a few "big brand" kitchen places & being absolutely gob smacked at the prices, the pushy salesmen & the amazing "discounts" they claimed were on for "1 week only".... I went searching for a small local business. I found SJB on eBay initially & then popped along to his Instagram account to have a nosey at his products etc. I dropped him a message & got a reply pretty much straight away. I sent our measurements, needs & ideas & Steve got to work & brought our design to life! He worked fast & was extremely helpful. He made changes if we wanted them, he went hunting for a particular handle I wanted (a lot cheaper too as 1 company wanted £12 a handle, Steve found them for just £4) We visited his show room to make sure because we weren't being charged the earth, we weren't getting a cheap / flimsy product. Well we absolutely weren't! We had a slight issue with one of the cabinets being damaged upon arrival, spoke to Steve, who immediately ordered a replacement to be sent. Steve was contactable throughout, nothing was too much trouble, & he's just a genuine nice guy, who runs a fantastic small business. 100% recommend using SJB Trade Kitchens especially over the giant money grabbing companies!
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Elizabeth Orbell
21 April 2026
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Steve designed and provided all the quality parts necessary for my fitter to make up this beautiful kitchen. All arrived promptly and any queries were responded to immediately and efficiently. Steve is highly professional and easy to get along with which makes a huge difference in our busy world! I would definitely recommend Steve and will use him on my next build. Thank you !
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Scott
1 April 2026
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Steve is absolutely epic! Really nice guy. 100% genuine & to be trusted. Really easy to work with. Couldn't do enough and always on hand. The kitchen was amazing quality and the kitchen looked exactly like the images he produced on his computer. The units came ready built which saved a lot of time! Even if you're not a joiner it was really easy to assemble and fit. The kitchen is great quality and a VERY competitive price! 100% recommended! Thank you so much!
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Natasha Conway
25 March 2026
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I cannot stress how happy I am with my kitchen from SJB. We didn’t had a great experience with our builder during the renovation of our house however the final kitchen made up for it. SJB offered high quality finishes at quick turnarounds and even made a custom made island which is better than I ever expected. I will be returning soon to SJB for my bedroom wardrobes!
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Tina Walsall
12 January 2026
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I came across SJB on Ebay, and contacted Steve. He was very helpful in inviting us to his kitchen showroom to look at the various kitchens. This helped a lot as he was on site to talk us through ideas and suggestions. We chose, what we thought, a relatively priced kitchen as it was for a rental property, but the finished result has been just amazing! It looks so expensive, even the fitter said it was very good quality for a fraction of what other places charge. Steve kindly designed the kitchen, gave us good ideas and was always available on the phone if we ever needed advice. I have never purchased a kitchen without the company providing a fitter as I have always doubted if the kitchen would fit how it should, but this has completely changed my perception. It has been flawless and friends and family have compared it to their much more expensive ones, saying this looks amazing and better than theirs! If you need a kitchen, with a gentleman that goes over and above, SJB is the place to go. You will not be disappointed, the whole process has been stress free thanks to Steve, I honestly cannot thank him enough for all his efforts and kindness. We hope to come back very soon!
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James Hunter
23 December 2025
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I've worked in the building trade for over 20 years, the kitchen supplied by Steven was a better quality then a Howdens or magnet kitchen and also a good bit cheaper. Steven's easy to deal with, everything arrived as quoted no problems no damaged items and on the exact day specified. Would highly recommend.
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Alison Gregory
13 November 2025
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I first came across Steve on Ebay last year when I moved into my bungalow and kept hold of his details. Fast forward a year, I checked Google reviews and finally contacted him sending measurements/photos and went to meet him when on holiday nearby. Steve was so helpful and came up with the exact kitchen plan I had in my head, two other companies couldn't do this, despite visiting my home and meeting with them. Took me a while to find a joiner and after lots of emails, Whatsapp messages and calls, I could actually place the order. All delivered to North East Scotland, a few doors followed on as were out of stock, a couple of damaged items replaced and when I needed a corner post and dishwasher door replacement due to longer screws being used in error, Steve was only too happy to send them. It's a very good quality kitchen at a great price and I'm not planning on needing another, but if I did, I wouldn't hesitate on contacting SJB again. We got there in the end Steve, with hard work from my plasterer, joiner, plumber, electrician and flooring guys and I love my new kitchen, so thank you, hard to believe it's the same room ❤️

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We deliver rigid-built kitchens to Essex and every other UK postcode. Delivery is from as little as 10 working days from the point of order.

SJB kitchens are typically 30–50% cheaper than Howdens on a like-for-like basis. Because we work directly with our manufacturer and have no expensive showroom overheads, we pass genuine trade savings on to Essex homeowners.

Our kitchens for Essex clients feature robust 18mm carcasses made from Egger or Kronospan board, complete with solid 18mm backs. Each cabinet comes fully assembled with Blum soft-close hinges and Blum Antaro drawer runners as standard, ensuring a durable and ready-to-fit product for your installer.

Yes, every kitchen is crafted to your exact measurements at no extra cost. Whether your Essex home is a period property with unique layouts or a new-build with specific needs, we include custom heights, widths, and depths as standard to guarantee a seamless fit.

Fill in the quote form on this page, call Steve on 0161 509 4221, or email info@sjball.uk with your requirements. Steve will provide a detailed, transparent quote — usually within 24 hours.

While we don’t have a physical showroom in Essex, our main showroom is located in Oldham, about a three-hour drive away. Essex customers often choose remote ordering supported by virtual consultations and sample kits sent directly to their homes, making the process easy without needing to travel.

Our kitchens suit the full spectrum of Essex’s housing—from compact terraces and 1930s semis in Chelmsford to spacious barn conversions in Uttlesford and modern new builds in Basildon. We design each kitchen to fit the unique layout and character of your home, ensuring a perfect match for historic or contemporary properties alike.

Local Essex showrooms tend to charge premium prices due to overheads and commissions. SJB cuts out the middleman, offering trade-quality, rigid-built kitchens at direct-from-manufacturer prices, saving you money without compromising on craftsmanship. This makes us a popular alternative for homeowners across Essex seeking value and quality.

Get a Trade Price Quote Today

Ready to see how much you could save? Fill in the form below and Steve will get back to you with a personalised trade price quote — usually within 24 hours.

Not sure where to start? Just drop your details below or upload a rough sketch or floor plan. I’ll give you a ring to talk through the best layout for your home — no sales pressure, just honest trade advice from someone who’s been in kitchens for 20 years.

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SJB Trade Kitchens is an independent kitchen specialist. All competitor names are used for comparative purposes only based on publicly available specifications. SJB Trade Kitchens is not affiliated with Howdens, Wren Kitchens, Magnet, or DIY Kitchens.