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Cabinet Resurfacing

Cabinet resurfacing can be a less expensive choice than completely replacing your existing out of date cabinet set. If you kitchen is in serious need of a new look but you don't want to take on the massive venture of replacing every cabinet in the room you should consider resurfacing. Rather than tearing out all of your current cupboards and spending money on an expensive new set, you have the option of simply updating the look of your current set while not changing the layout of the room. You can do cabinet resurfacing by either painting over your existing wood set, re-staining your current set, or by refacing the built in cabinet area and replacing the doors and hardware to give them a complete new look.

Painting or Staining

A simple and inexpensive option for your cabinet resurfacing is to simply paint them all. To do this, all of the doors and hardware will be removed and each door individually painted as well as the entire built in cabinet area. A primer coat will need to be applied first as well. Neutral colors like white, black, or brown are most often used. However, for a more contemporary look you may choose a certain color to carry out a design or theme in your space.

For a unique look, you can do a two toned look or even a semi custom design pattern on the door. By stenciling a distinctive design on the door panel you can add a beautiful look to your cabinet resurfacing project. And, if you replace the hardware on the doors you it will further update the look of your space.

If you have a beautiful wood set that just looks drab, you may also do cabinet resurfacing that consists of sanding down and staining them. As with paining them, to stain them, all of the doors and hardware need to be removed. Then each door and the built in area need to be individually sanded and stained. Once again, installing new hardware can give a complete finishing touch to your resurfacing project.

You can also do cupboard manufacturer resurfacing projects in other rooms of the house. Your bathroom might have a built in sink area that needs a new look. Or, for the second hand set that found a new home as part of your garage a new paint job may give it a second life.

Rafacing

Another option for cabinet resurfacing is to reface them. For this, each door is removed and the resurfacing is done to the built in area by refacing it in veneer. Then, new doors that match the veneer are installed along with new hardware. This resurfacing alternative is most likely the quickest option. It is less expensive than doing a full replacement but more expensive than simply painting everything.

Hire a Contractor

Whichever route you choose for your cabinet resurfacing, the first step should be to locate the right contractor for the job. When you decide on a contractor you can discuss your budget and the options for your specific space. Your contractor is the expert and can make recommendations as well as give you realistic time lines for project completion.

Before you decide to skip the contractor and do the project yourself it is important to consider a few things. This time of project can be time consuming but will take much less time for someone who is trained in this area. The longer you are not able to function properly in your space means the longer you will have to order take out or go out to eat at a restaurant for every meal. That in itself is an added expense to consider. A contractor will keep the project on schedule and be sure to get you back into your space as quickly as possible.

Also, this type of project can definitely extend the life and look of your cabinet area. But, if the job is not done with precision and excellence it can look sloppy and even cheapen the look of your space. Be sure that you have a specific talent for this type of project before attempting to do it yourself. If you attempt to do it yourself and are not satisfied with the results, it will cost a lot more to then hire someone else to redo the resurfacing or to have a cabinet maker replace them all.

Begin your cabinet resurfacing project by entering your zip code in the box above and then filling out the following form. After you do this we will put you in touch with a list of qualified contractors to manage your resurfacing project. Discuss your budget and expectations with the experts and begin looking forward to your dream cooking space today.