Looking to speak with Melbourne cabinet makers / kitchen industry professionals
Hey everyone,
I’m currently exploring a business idea in the \*\*kitchen and cabinetry space in Melbourne\*\* and I’m looking to speak with people who actually work in the industry before I go too far with it.
The model I’m considering is fairly asset-light. I would focus on \*\*finding customers, quoting, managing the client relationship and coordinating the project\*\*, while partnering with established cabinet makers/manufacturers and installers for the actual production and installation.
Before doing anything, I want to understand whether this model is realistic and learn how the industry actually operates.
I’d particularly love to speak with:
\\- Cabinet makers / joiners
\\- Kitchen manufacturers
\\- Cabinet installers
\\- Kitchen designers
\\- Suppliers
Current or former cabinetry business owners
I’m mainly interested in understanding \*\*how jobs typically flow, subcontracting arrangements, margins, quoting, common problems, and what someone entering the industry should know\*\*.
Not looking to sell anything or ask anyone for work. I’m genuinely trying to learn from people with experience and validate the idea properly.
If you’re Melbourne-based and would be happy to have a quick chat over the phone or coffee, please comment or DM me. Happy to shout you a coffee for your time.
Thanks!
Posted Aug 12, 2026, 8:12 PM UTC