Cabinet Refacing - A Cheap Alternative to Remodeling

Completing a kitchen remodel is often a very expensive and lengthy undertaking. That's why many people choose to cabinet refacing instead of replacing their cabinets.

Choices in kitchen cabinetry can truly reflect the owner's soul. The cabinets you have in your kitchen have the greatest impact on a kitchen's look. There is a plethora of shapes, sizes and colors available. Your preferences and your pocketbook will affect the hue and look of your cabinets.

By giving a makeover to your older kitchen cabinets,you can provide your kitchen with a new and fresh look. Cabinet re-facing redeems cabinets that are in good quality and layout instead of replacing them.

One simple and easy way to update the look of your kitchen is to opt for refacing your kitchen cabinets and drawers. The end result of cabinet refacing is a whole new look to your kitchen that is both economical and much faster than replacing the entire cabinets - cabinet refacing can often be completed in approximately three days.

You might also think about sanding and repainting the kitchen cabinet doors, using the color and texture of your choice. Chemical solutions sold at home supply or hardware stores will help you to strip the surface. Before bringing to use any chemical stripper, reading the label and precautions written on it is always very important. Many of these products can cause serious health problems if the instructions are not followed.

This route will inevetably take much longer and be a lot messier, but it is still an option.

When money matters, in my opinion, you get more value and longer-lasting professional finish from kitchen cabinet refacing. The most economical way to alter the look of your kitchen is refacing, which costs about 30% of what replacing the cabinets would.

Also, don't overlook the choices available in hardware, such as the types of hinges and handles available, as they will also impact the look of your new cabinets. There are many options to consider, including the wide variety of door shapes, styles, hinge types, handle shapes and cabinet finishes, when planning the kitchen of your dreams. Once you finish all the choices and have them in place you will enjoy them for years to come.