Refacing
Bryan started refacing cabinets in 1981 from his shop, aka our family garageWhy Cabinet Refacing?
If you’d like to give your kitchen or bath an entirely new look without the time or expense of a complete remodel… cabinet refacing may be for you.
Cabinet refacing could be the perfect solution if you are happy with the existing cabinet layout or floor plan and your cabinets are built well.
Yes, you can get painted cabinets.
The process is somewhat similar. We have a professional painter come to your home and paint your cabinet boxes and frames. You get new doors, drawer heads, hinges and hardware. A complete new look.
Cabinet refacing allows you to change the look of your kitchen or bath. You get to select a new door style of your choosing, change the color, and even the wood species. When your project is complete, your kitchen or bath will have a freshened look that’s as good as new.
What are the Pros and Cons?
Kitchen/bathroom cabinet refacing pros:
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It can be less hassle than tearing out cabinets.
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In some circumstances, it can be cheaper than replacing cabinets.
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It can be less hassle than tearing out cabinets.
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You can still use your kitchen appliances while refacing.
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It’s a green kitchen remodeling solution because you’re not adding to the landfill.
Kitchen/bathroom cabinet refacing cons:
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Refacing won’t fix a bad kitchen design.
How Do I Know If My Cabinets are Good For Refacing?
Questions to ask yourself:
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Are your existing cabinet boxes structurally sound and in good condition? Cabinets with water damage, warping, and broken frames are poor candidates.
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Do you expect that your cabinets will last another 20 years?
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Are you happy with the current layout of your kitchen?
Here’s How It Works.
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Your old doors and drawer fronts are removed and discarded..
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The cabinet boxes are left in place and refreshed with wood veneer stained to match your selected doors or covered in laminate..
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All existing trim on your cabinets is replaced..
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New doors and drawer fronts are installed with new hinges and hardware..
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The average kitchen takes a week to complete.