If you are using a carpenter, depending on the size of the kitchen, a cabinet installation usually takes about 1-2 working days. If you are doing it yourself without any prior knowledge of carpentry, it might take around 4–7 days. Carpenters will have previous knowledge of what they need to be doing and all the necessary tools to do the job. You will want a stud finder because if you accidently miss a stud, you should be prepared to catch your cabinets as they fall. You can find a stud finder for about $10 for a generic brand from Walmart or a nice brand such as Franklin.