Kitchen Units Salford | Rigid Built, Made to Order | SJB Kitchens

I’m Steve, and I supply rigid-built, made-to-order kitchen units to homeowners in Salford and across Greater Manchester. My showroom is in Oldham — about 9 miles from Salford, around 20 minutes by car — and I’ve been helping homeowners find the right kitchen for over 20 years.

Salford is one of the most diverse property markets in Greater Manchester. The contrast between a warehouse apartment at MediaCityUK and a Victorian terrace in Eccles couldn’t be greater — but both need quality kitchen units. Steve has supplied kitchens across Salford for years and understands the unique challenges of each property type.

I’ve been supplying kitchens to homeowners for over 20 years. The product I supply is built to a genuinely higher standard than anything you’ll find at Howdens, Wren, or Magnet — and it costs 30–50% less. Every unit uses 18mm Egger or Kronospan carcasses with solid 18mm backs and Blum soft-close hardware as standard.

Direct supply means better value. I work directly with our manufacturer to supply rigid-built kitchen units to Salford homeowners. There’s no middleman, no trade card requirement, and no inflated showroom prices. The result is a kitchen that costs 30-50% less than Howdens — with genuinely better construction.

20 years of kitchen expertise. I’ve been helping homeowners choose the right kitchen for over two decades. I know what works in Greater Manchester’s varied housing stock, and I can help you avoid the expensive mistakes that come from buying off-the-shelf kitchens that don’t quite fit.

18mm construction throughout. Every unit uses 18mm Egger or Kronospan carcasses with 18mm solid backs. This is the specification that premium kitchen brands charge thousands more for — and it’s standard on every SJB kitchen. The 18mm backs are particularly important: they keep the unit rigid and square, preventing the bowing and flexing that ruins cheaper kitchens within a few years.

Bespoke for Salford properties. Warehouse conversions at Salford Quays and MediaCityUK, Victorian terraces in Eccles and Pendleton, 1930s semis in Swinton and Worsley, and modern apartments along the waterfront — Salford has a wonderfully varied housing stock. Made-to-order units with custom heights, depths, and widths mean your kitchen fits your home perfectly, regardless of the property type.

Free CAD design service. Send me your room measurements and I’ll create a detailed CAD kitchen plan with a fully itemised quote. You’ll see exactly how your finished kitchen will look before a single unit is ordered. It’s completely free, and there’s no obligation.

Warehouse conversions (Salford Quays, MediaCityUK, Chapel Street) — Open-plan living demands a kitchen that looks as good as it performs — handleless and slab finishes work beautifully in these spaces

Victorian terraces (Eccles, Pendleton, Seedley) — Period properties with character — painted shaker doors complement the original features while giving you a fully functional modern kitchen

1930s semis (Swinton, Worsley, Walkden) — These family homes have kitchens that benefit from rigid-built units — they’ll stay square and solid for 20 years, not bow and flex like flat-pack alternatives

Modern apartments (Salford Quays, Greengate, Ordsall) — Developer kitchens in new-build apartments are often the weakest link — upgrading to 18mm carcasses with Blum hardware is a genuine step up

The kitchen units Steve supplies to Salford homeowners are built to a specification that most high-street suppliers simply can’t match:

Carcass construction: 18mm Egger or Kronospan MFC throughout — including a full 18mm solid back panel. This is a critical difference. Most competitors (including Howdens) use 3mm hardboard backs that offer almost no structural support. The 18mm back keeps the unit perfectly rigid and square, even under heavy loads and over many years of daily use.

Hardware: Blum soft-close hinges and Blum Antaro drawer systems come as standard on every unit. Blum hardware is used in premium German kitchens and is engineered to last a lifetime. The soft-close mechanism means no more slamming doors and drawers — just smooth, quiet operation every time.

Made to order: Every unit is built to your exact specifications. Custom heights, depths, and widths are all available, which means your kitchen fits your Salford home perfectly — regardless of whether it’s a Victorian terrace, a 1930s semi, or a modern new-build.

Finish options: Over 300 MFC finishes with colour-coordinated edging. Six door ranges — Painted Shaker, Handleless Matt, Handleless Gloss, Slab Matt, Slab Gloss, and Shaker Foil — each available in a wide selection of colours.

Rigid built: Units arrive fully assembled and ready for installation. No flat-pack assembly, no wobbly joints, no missing fixings. Just solid, properly built kitchen units delivered to your Salford address.

There’s a fundamental difference between flat-pack and rigid-built kitchen units — and it matters more than most people realise.

Flat-pack units (like those from Howdens, Wren, and most DIY stores) arrive as a box of panels, fixings, and instructions. They’re assembled on site by your fitter, using cam locks and dowels to hold the panels together. The backs are typically 3mm hardboard, pinned or stapled into a groove.

Rigid-built units (like every SJB kitchen) are assembled in a workshop using industrial machinery. The joints are cam and dowel for permanent strength. The 18mm solid backs are fully integrated into the carcass structure, providing genuine rigidity.

The practical difference is significant. A flat-pack unit with a 3mm back will start to rack and flex over time, especially under the weight of heavy items or in damp conditions. A rigid-built unit with an 18mm back stays perfectly square and solid for 20 years or more.

For Salford homeowners, this matters because Greater Manchester’s climate — with its temperature variation and occasional damp — puts real demands on kitchen furniture. Investing in rigid-built units is investing in a kitchen that will genuinely last.

One of the most common questions Steve gets from Salford homeowners is: “How much will my kitchen cost?” The honest answer is that it depends on the size, layout, and specification — but here’s what makes SJB different from the competition.

Every quote is fully itemised. You’ll see the price of every base unit, wall unit, tall unit, door, drawer, hinge, and handle. There are no bundled prices, no vague estimates, and no hidden extras. What you see is what you pay.

No trade card markup. Howdens sells through trade accounts, which means there’s a markup built in for the fitter’s margin. SJB sells directly to homeowners at the same transparent price. You’re not paying for someone else’s profit margin.

30-50% less than Howdens. For a comparable kitchen layout, SJB typically costs 30-50% less than Howdens — and the specification is actually higher (18mm backs vs 3mm hardboard, Blum hardware as standard vs optional upgrade).

No pressure, no hard sell. Steve will give you a detailed quote and let you take your time to decide. There are no limited-time offers, no “today only” discounts, and no pressure tactics. The price is the price, whether you order today or next month.

Free design service. The CAD design and quotation service is completely free with no obligation. Send your measurements, get a detailed design and quote, and decide in your own time.

If you’re fitting a kitchen in a Salford Quays apartment, consider a handleless gloss finish — it reflects light beautifully in open-plan spaces and creates a real sense of luxury.

I supply six door ranges that cover every style — from traditional to ultra-modern. Click any image below to see the full range and colour options.

Ordering kitchen units for your Salford home is straightforward. Here’s the process.

Step 1: Contact Steve. Ring 0161 509 4221 or use the enquiry form below. I’ll ask about your property, your kitchen requirements, and your budget. There’s no pressure and no hard sell — just honest advice from someone who’s been doing this for over 20 years.

Step 2: Design and quotation. Provide your room measurements (I can talk you through how to measure up if needed) and I’ll create a full CAD design showing your new kitchen in detail. The quote is fully itemised and completely transparent — you’ll know exactly what every unit costs.

Step 3: Made to order. Your kitchen is built to your exact specifications — custom heights, depths, and widths as needed. Every unit uses 18mm Egger or Kronospan carcasses with Blum soft-close hardware as standard.

Step 4: Delivery to Salford. Salford is practically next door to our Oldham showroom. We deliver across all Salford postcodes, and the journey to our showroom takes around 20 minutes via the M60. Your units arrive rigid built, fully assembled, and ready for installation.

Step 5: Installation. Your fitter installs the kitchen. If you need a recommendation for a reliable fitter near Salford, I’m happy to suggest someone.

As well as Salford, Steve supplies kitchen units across Greater Manchester including Manchester, Eccles, Swinton, Worsley, Irlam, Walkden. Whether you’re in Salford itself or one of the surrounding areas, the same quality, pricing, and service applies. Delivery is available to all addresses in the region, typically from 10 working days.

Looking for more information? See our pages on trade kitchen cabinets and DIY kitchen supply for more details on what SJB offers.

Are the units rigid or flat-pack?
All SJB kitchen units arrive fully assembled and rigid built. They’re not flat-pack — they’re built properly in a workshop and delivered ready for your fitter to install. This means they’re stronger, squarer, and longer-lasting.

What hardware do you use?
Blum soft-close hinges and Blum Antaro drawer systems come as standard on every unit. Blum is the industry benchmark for kitchen hardware — smooth, quiet, and built to last hundreds of thousands of cycles.

What about corner units?
Corner units are available in a range of configurations including L-shaped corners, blind corners, and carousel units. Because everything is made to order, Steve can design corner solutions that maximise storage in awkward spaces — something that off-the-shelf kitchens simply can’t do.

Do you supply worktops?
Steve can advise on worktop options and help you source the right worktop for your kitchen. The focus is on supplying the highest quality kitchen units — and making sure everything works together as a complete kitchen.

What’s the minimum order?
There’s no minimum order. Whether you need a single replacement unit or a complete kitchen, Steve can help. Every unit is made to order with the same 18mm construction and Blum hardware, regardless of the order size.

How does pricing work?
Steve provides a detailed, itemised quote for every kitchen. Every unit, every door, every piece of hardware is listed with a clear price. There are no hidden costs, no vague estimates, and no surprises. Transparent pricing is a core part of how SJB operates.

Who designs the kitchen layout?
Steve designs every kitchen personally using professional CAD software. Send your room measurements and he’ll create a detailed kitchen plan with a clear, itemised quote. You’ll see exactly how your kitchen will look before a single unit is ordered.

Do you deliver to Salford?
Yes — Salford is practically next door to our Oldham showroom. We deliver across all Salford postcodes, and the journey to our showroom takes around 20 minutes via the M60. Call Steve on 0161 509 4221 or fill in the form on this page to get started.