“I placed an order, when does it arrive?” — the most-asked question at the workshop. Single-sentence answer: 10–14 working days. But how does that number break down, how many days for each step, and which causes delay — daily detail below.
A typical 12-day timeline
- Day 0: Order confirmation + measurement check (the clock starts when you confirm).
- Day 1: MDF panel cutting (CNC routing, all doors in one batch).
- Day 2: Primer paint / foil prep.
- Day 3–5: For lacquer, layer-by-layer paint + sanding cycle (3 days). For membrane, foil press (1 day).
- Day 6: Polish (lacquer) or final check (membrane).
- Day 7: 1 mm laser edge banding, PUR hot-melt on all 4 edges.
- Day 8: Hinge cup routing + final adjustment.
- Day 9: Workshop QC (eye + measurement + touch).
- Day 10: Packaging + handoff to shipping.
- Day 11–12: Shipping within Istanbul: 2 days. To other regions: 3–5 days.
Where do delays come from?
Ideal flow is 10–12 working days; in practice, occasionally 14. Common reasons:
- Custom RAL color: mixing a non-catalog tone adds 1 day.
- High humidity: in winter, when workshop humidity climbs above 70%, lacquer drying time extends.
- Measurement clarification: if the customer's measurement table is missing data, the workshop asks; production waits for the answer.
- Shipping load: the weeks before public holidays (Eid, etc.) can add 1–2 days to courier transit.
Rush orders — under 7 working days?
Possible, but not always. Depends on workshop load. 15% rush fee moves the order to the front of the queue; choosing membrane over lacquer makes 7 working days easier (membrane drying is 1 day).
Practical tip: if you're planning a kitchen renovation, order 3 weeks ahead. The rush tariff only makes sense for very specific situations (a move, an opening date).
Steps before production starts
Production begins on Day 0; before that, 1–3 days pass on your side:
- Instant price from the configurator: seconds.
- Preparing the measurement table: 30 minutes – 2 hours (depending on kitchen size).
- Workshop confirmation: reply within 24 hours; missing info is requested.
- Order confirmation + payment: 1–3 days on your side.
Shipping + installation time
Production ends, the doors arrive at your address. For a standard 4 m kitchen, door installation takes 4–6 hours — doable solo, easier with two people. We offer Istanbul installation service (500 TL/hour); for DIY, our step-by-step install guide walks through 8 steps.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is an order considered confirmed?
Once payment clears, the workshop verifies the measurement table within 24 hours and sends a confirmation email. The day that email arrives is “Day 0” of production.
Can I change measurements during production?
Free changes within the first 24 hours. After that, if MDF cutting has started, that door is replaced with a new one and the cost of the discarded piece is added at minimum workshop rate.
Is surprise delivery possible?
Of course. Add the address + recipient details to the order; the courier delivers in gift packaging. Use the notes field for a gift message.
How many days to ship across Turkey?
Typically 3–5 working days with our courier partner. Eastern provinces: 5–7. For rush doors, the workshop hands the package to the same-day shipping run.
How do I book installation after delivery?
Pick a date from your order tracking screen / WhatsApp; our team confirms the time 2–3 days in advance. 500 TL/hour within Istanbul; for other regions, joint scheduling. Most kitchens finish in 4–6 hours.
We make lacquer, membrane and wood cabinet doors at our Istanbul workshop. Articles distilled from field experience — no AI clichés, just practical knowledge from real customer reports.