Should I reface or replace my cabinetry?

 

There are a few issues to consider when deciding whether to reface or replace your cabinetry.

Boxes: If your cabinet boxes are not in good condition, replacing the cabinets is recommended. If they are in good condition, refacing may be the most economical choice.

 

Damage: If you suspect that you have water damage and/or mold behind or underneath your cabinetry, the cabinets should be torn out to address the problem and the cabinets replaced.

 

Countertop: If you are not replacing your countertop you should reface your cabinets. There is no guarantee that the top will not be damaged while removing it, and it is very costly and perhaps impossible to repair.

 

Mess: Refacing will eliminate the mess of tearing out the existing cabinets, but will still require removing much or all of the contents of the cabinets.

 

Timing: We can usually do the refacing project sooner since we aren’t waiting on cabinets to be made, but the time actually in your house or office will be about the same to do the reface as it is to remove the existing and install the new cabinets.

 

Cost: Decisions about replacing hinges, hardware, drawer boxes and glides, and adding accessories such as roll-out shelves, etc., will also impact the cost, and can be done with both refacing and replacing.

 

Getting quotes for both refacing and replacing is a wise choice, as the labor to reface can be almost as much as getting all new cabinetry. With either choice, you can choose a whole new look with wood, color, door style, etc., and make it your dream come true!