#Refacing Kitchen Cabinets FAQ: Cabinet Refacing, Kitchen Remodeling

Get Ideas on Designing, Installation & Remodeling Needs of Kitchen Cabinets & Refacing

Q: What is kitchen cabinet refacing?

A: We begin with removing your old, worn, and out-dated doors and drawer fronts from your existing cabinets. The exposed cabinet frame-work is refaced with a 1/8 in. 3-ply hardwood or 3/16 in. solid wood paneling. New custom-made 3/4 in. solid wood, or thermofoil doors and drawer fronts, high-grade self-closing hinges and decorative handles are then installed to complete the cabinet refacing project.

Q: How much does kitchen cabinet refacing cost?

A: Kitchen cabinet refacing provides homeowners with an affordable alternative to tearing out your existing cabinets and replacing with new.  With cabinet refacing your existing cabinets stay in place so the cost savings can be substantial.  If your existing cabinets are not being moved or new cabinets added, you may also avoid extra costs affiliated with flooring, electrical work, and plumbing.

Q: Why should I consider kitchen cabinet refacing?

A: Potential cost savings is the most popular reason but there are many other advantages to cabinet refacing. The Kitchen Solvers cabinet refacing process often makes the existing cabinets look better than most stock or semi-custom cabinets simply due to the fact that we cover many of the seams where cabinets are joined, or ganged together. In addition, our doors and drawer fronts are custom-made solid wood and coated with a 7-stage factory finishing process.  Doors and drawer fronts are also available in thermofoil; a stylish highly durable material that will look like new for years.

With cabinet refacing you won’t have the disruption and inconvenience that comes with replacing your cabinets.  Because your cabinet framework is not torn out, your kitchen remains functional so there’s no need to dine out every night during installation. There’s less mess and dust too since most all of the actual cutting is done off-site or outdoors.

Finally, if you’re considering a new countertop but it’s not quite in your budget, you can still reface your cabinets and purchase your countertop later.  Cabinet refacing makes it very simple to add a countertop when the time is right for you.

Q: What kind of kitchen cabinet refacing choices does Kitchen Solvers offer?

A: At Kitchen Solvers, homeowners can choose from an almost endless litany of choices.  We offer a wide array of wood species, stain colors, and styles that are sure to match your taste in décor.   The choices you have with Kitchen Solvers cabinet refacing far exceed that which most all new cabinet manufacturers offer.

Q. How long does it usually take to complete a kitchen cabinet refacing project?

A. Generally, it takes Kitchen Solvers 3 to 5 days to complete a cabinet refacing project.  This can vary however due to the size of your kitchen, the number of cabinet openings being refaced, and whether you are adding new cabinetry as well.

Q. Who manages and installs the cabinet refacing projects for Kitchen Solvers?

A. Kitchen Solvers installation professionals that have been trained and educated with our tried and true refacing techniques and processes will manage and install your cabinet refacing project. With any project, it’s the people using the tools who really make the difference, and that’s where our experience shows. At Kitchen Solvers you’ll work with installation specialist who pride themselves on doing things right in a prompt, professional and courteous manner. They’ll work with you every step of the way.

Q: Does Kitchen Solvers have samples of cabinet refacing material choices such as wood species, stain color, or door style?

A: When you schedule a Kitchen Solvers consultation, a professional will come to your home to provide you with a consultation and estimate. During this visit, they will provide you with many options that you can choose from, including samples of door styles, wood species, stain colors, and finishes.

Q: What about the quality of the finished refaced cabinets?

A: Often times cabinets that have been refaced by Kitchen Solvers are mistaken as new, custom cabinetry due to the quality of the door and drawer fronts, stains, finishes, and installation techniques that are used.

Q: How does kitchen cabinet refacing look compared to installing new cabinets?

A: Refacing cabinets often look better than new cabinetry due to the fact that we are able to cover the existing seams between cabinets that have been combined or ganged together. This creates a look of a fully custom, one-of-a-kind cabinet that is significantly more expensive.

Q: What if I want to add additional cabinetry to my existing kitchen layout?  Does kitchen cabinet refacing still work?

Q: Can I expect a return on my investment with cabinet refacing?

A: Kitchen remodeling  offers a very good return on investment. It is a great way to help sell a home or simply update a dated and unattractive kitchen.

Q: Should I expect kitchen cabinet refacing to be messy and inconvenient for me?

A: Another great advantage of cabinet refacing is that in most cases, your kitchen remains functional during the installation process. Your cabinets remain in place and only the doors and drawer fronts are removed. Appliances, electrical, and flooring typically are not disturbed. And our Kitchen Solvers professional will be sure to keep the job site neat and clean at the end of the day. Furthermore, our cabinet refacing jobs average 3 to 5 days in length. That means that you can have a new kitchen in your home that has a high end, custom cabinet look in less than a week!

Q: Does Kitchen Solvers offer cabinet refacing services in my area?

A: Kitchen Solvers has over 60 franchises in 23 states. Click here  to find out if there is a Kitchen Solvers near you.

Q: Does Kitchen Solvers offer financing?

A: Kitchen Solvers offers three convenient and very competitive financing options. For more information about our financing program contact your local Kitchen Solvers franchise outlet.

Q. Will my existing cabinets be removed?