FAQs – Your Guide to Cabinet Refacing

Cabinet refacing, also known as cabinet resurfacing, is a term used to describe changing the look of your cabinets. The face, which includes the new doors, is either painted or a wood veneer is used. This surface, which we refer to as a skin, is applied to the existing cabinet fronts and exposed sides. It also may include new trim. Cabinet refacing means your surfaces can be either painted or stained.

Cabinet refinishing is a term used to describe changing the finish on existing cabinets, including the doors. It can be either a stain that is close to the existing color or a little darker, or a paint. Everything is kept in place, only the finish is changed.

It all depends on the project. Are you happy with the layout, or do we need to make some changes? The more changes we make, the more sense it makes to go with new cabinets. Usually, refinishing is about 25 percent of the cost of new cabinets while refacing is usually about half the cost of new cabinets. It’s common to make some changes like add more trim or modify a cabinet or two to fully achieve the desired results.

This is a great time to make changes. There is a limit, though. If there are a lot of changes to be made, we might recommend new cabinets. Every home remodeling project is different, so be sure to discuss the options with our cabinet experts.

There are over 30 different types of wood species available, but the most commonly used option is maple. Maple has a very consistent grain and can be stained to easily look like other woods. While something like cherry is dark and gets darker for the first year, it can be difficult knowing what it will look like later, so most people opt otherwise. If you have a specific wood in mind like hickory or cherry, we can accommodate those as well.

We can make almost any door style. There is roughly seven common panel raises for a raised panel door, and 15 edge profiles for the outside of the door or drawer. Georgia homeowners have dozens of options on the door rail and stile to give anything from a shaker style to a French country look. We can add a beaded panel for an artisan look or grilles for a glass door. Doors can be either a mitered or a cope-and-stick construction.

There are two basic designs. The most common is a slab drawer that can be either a straight edge or a routed edge. The second style is a five-piece drawer that resembles a small door; it has a panel in the center which is either raised or flat, two side pieces called stiles, and a top and bottom called rails.

We have stains, which can be a custom mix or a standard color. You can also choose almost any number of paint colors. There are also glazes that we can add for a truly customized look. The stains usually will have a satin clear coat over them. The paints generally do not unless they are a lacquer paint. We always have you sign off on a color that is not our standard color.

One major advantage of cabinet refacing over replacement is the minimal downtime you can expect. Your kitchen can be completed in as little as two or three days! With minimal mess or demolition, many homeowners are able to continue using their kitchen while it is being remodeled. Each project varies in terms of scope and cost, so be sure to reach out to us to see how we can save you on your remodel!

With proper maintenance and care, your refaced kitchen cabinets will be able to last throughout the lifetime of your current cabinet system. Detail Design & Remodeling relies on the best practices to ensure your cabinets are built correctly, and we back our work with industry-leading warranties to ensure you are completely satisfied with the results.

Yes. Our home remodeling contractors specialize in cabinet resurfacing and refinishing, yet we also offer a full range of services to ensure you are satisfied with the outcome. From minor updates such as your light fixtures to new countertops, backsplashes, and more, the Detail Design team is here and ready to create the most beautiful results! See the results of our work for inspiration, and be sure to contact us online today!

As we stated above, a number of changes are possible to tailor your kitchen cabinets to better meet your needs. Our design team will make every effort to create the most beautiful and affordable results, and can offer custom woodworking services to those in need. Learn more about the value of our woodworking, and be sure to ask our team about customizing your kitchen design!

Yes! You can schedule a free consultation to see how cost-effective our cabinet refacing and other remodeling services can be. Our design expert will arrive at your home to discuss your vision and design plans. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about your family and lifestyle, giving our remodelers the ability to tailor the results to best match your needs. We’ll arrive with our full showroom to give you the ability to customize your home remodel right away. Our representative will also take the time to measure your project space, ensuring an accurate estimate that we can print off for you on the spot.