What Are My Options To Remodel My Kitchen? | Benefits of Cabinet Refacing

What Are My Options To Remodel My Kitchen? | Benefits of Cabinet Refacing

Everyone understands what replacing kitchen cabinets means: tearing out the existing cabinets, installing new ones, weeks of being without your kitchen and usually spending a lot of money. On the other hand, a lot less people know or understand what cabinet refacing is or the time and cost advantages vs. a major kitchen cabinet remodeling process.

Cabinet refacing is when the existing kitchen cabinets are left in place (assuming they are in good condition) and there are no changes to the kitchen layout.

Here's an overview of the cabinet refacing process:

• Your old cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and hardware are removed and safely disposed of
• Your existing kitchen cabinet boxes are "refaced" with a solid wood veneer to match your new cabinet doors and drawer fronts
• Optional new hardware and accessories bring style and functionality to the space
• If needed, your old drawer boxes are replaced with solid wood, dovetailed drawer boxes
• In as little as 3 days, you’ll be enjoying your beautiful new refaced kitchen

To start, all cabinet fronts and side panels are  covered with a layer of wood or laminate called a "veneer" and the replacement Cabinet Doors and drawer fronts (and some time drawer boxes) are replaced to match the veneer. As opposed to replacing your kitchen cabinets, cabinet refacing can save you thousands of dollars and save you weeks without your kitchen while still giving you the look of a brand new kitchen.

There are many cabinet door styles and finishes to choose from, giving you a wide variety of looks and styling. The most expensive material for both kitchen cabinet doors, drawer fronts and veneers will be real wood, which you can get in oak, cherry, maple or paint-grade hard maple, as well as plenty of stained or painted wood color options.

For a less expensive option, you can use durable and moisture resistant laminate Cabinet Doors which are available in hundreds of different colors and patterns. Still less expensive is Rigid Thermofoil (RTF) which is a routed piece of Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) vacuum-formed with a durable vinyl coating. Laminates are the most popular option and are relatively affordable, but you can choose to go up or down in price from there.

Replace or Reface?

This comes down to two things: personal preference and how much you want to spend. Cabinet refacing offers savings that can be as much as a third of the cost of replacing. If your kitchen is designed poorly to start with, cabinet refacing will leave you with a better looking version of a still badly designed kitchen, whereas replacing gives you options for starting from square one again. And if you decide to go with exotic woods or veneers for your cabinet refacing then your savings will be cut considerably. Otherwise, refacing is generally the preferable option.

Benefits of Cabinet Refacing

• Lower overall cost vs. major remodeling
• No unnecessary labor or material costs of new cabinet boxes
• Customized solutions to increase space, usage and storage
• Save time, money, mess and hassle
• Most jobs completed in about 3 days
• No messy demolition
• Countertops, floors and walls do not have to be disturbed

Go Pro or DIY?

When you compare the cost of doing it yourself with hiring a professional, it can be very tempting to pull up You Tube and start searching how-to videos. Just remember that if you’re not that handy, you may end up spending more than you would have in the end, when you have to hire someone to fix your mistakes andreface your cabinets.

All in all, cabinet refacing generally has less hassle, is less expensive, and takes less time than replacing all of your kitchen cabinets, plus there’s the added bonus that you can still use your kitchen pretty much unfettered while the process is going on.

Other Remodeling Options:

Major Kitchen Remodeling

• Can make your kitchen unusable for weeks or even months
• Requires a permit and authorization
• May cost up to $30,000
• Hidden delays and over budget expenses

Painting Your Cabinets

• Doesn’t change your cabinet door style
• Will chip, scratch or fade over time
• Hundreds to thousands of dollars in expenses

Keeping Your Current Kitchen

An updated kitchen can boost the overall value of your home. You most likely spend a lot of time in your kitchen, so why not make it a comfortable space for you and your family?

For new, replacement Cabinet Doors, Drawer Fronts, Drawer Boxes and all of your cabinet remodeling needs, turn to the leader in the online kitchen cabinetry industry – Cabinet Doors ‘N’ More. You can order as little as one cabinet door front for a quick repair, or a multitude of cabinet components for a large-scale project. Whatever you need, we have the custom, high-quality replacement cabinet components you can count on for your DIY project. Click through our extensive collection, and start our easy-to-use ordering process today!

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