Affordability of Refacing vs New Cabinets

If you are tired of your outdated kitchen or bathroom cabinets, refacing them is an affordable option in replacing cabinets. You can give your home a fresh, new look without breaking the bank. With our expertise in cabinet refacing, Reborn Cabinets can help you transform your home with a cabinet makeover at a fraction of the cost of new cabinets.

Cabinet Refacing

Refacing cabinets lets you refurbish your existing cabinets using the cabinet boxes and replacing the handles and drawer pulls. 

Reborn Cabinets is a pioneer in cabinet refacing. Each cabinet refacing project is 100% custom, and the basic process involves the following:

• Leaving your existing cabinet boxes in place and removing the doors and drawer fronts
• Installing a ¼-inch-thick veneer made from premium solid wood over your cabinet boxes
• Installing brand-new, custom-manufactured doors, drawer fronts, and hardware

For time-crunched homeowners, we can reface your cabinets in just three days. It provides a high-quality, budget-friendly, and eco-conscious option to those wanting a fresh look.

New Cabinetry

Installing new cabinets, especially custom-designed ones, requires more time and investment. Instead of refurbishing your existing cabinets using the cabinet boxes, everything is newly designed and manufactured. 

At Reborn Cabinets, we have the experience and expertise to manufacture custom kitchen and bathroom cabinets that you’ll love. All of our cabinetry is created in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This is a great option if you have the budget to invest in new cabinetry. If your budget is smaller, then cabinet refacing is more affordable.

Advantages of Cabinet Refacing

Cabinet refacing is a cost-effective and efficient way to revitalize your kitchen or bathroom without undergoing a full-scale renovation. A significant benefit is the cost savings compared to replacing entire cabinets. Refacing involves applying a new veneer or finish to the existing cabinet structure, requiring less materials and labor than getting new cabinets.

Time is another advantage, as refacing typically takes less time than a complete cabinet replacement. The process involves minimal disruption to your daily life, allowing you to enjoy the updated look sooner.

Environmentally, cabinet refacing is more sustainable as it reduces waste by keeping the existing cabinet frames. It is a greener alternative to discarding old cabinets and installing entirely new ones.

Cabinet refacing also provides a wide range of design choices. Homeowners can choose from various finishes, styles, and hardware, creating a customized appearance that suits their taste and complements the space’s overall aesthetic.

What to Consider When Calculating Cost

Cabinet refacing is an affordable choice for refreshing your cabinets. Talk to one of our consultants to plan your designs. There are plenty of choices and options for all budgets. 

The size of the room will affect the overall cost of your project. If a room has a tricky layout or tight angles, the project will be more complex and may require specialist tools.

In addition to the specialist team from Reborn, you may require other contractors to assist in installing your cabinets. These could include electricians, plumbers, or builders. 

Refacing Materials

The type of materials you choose to reface your cabinets will significantly impact the total cost. There is a wide range of materials that vary in quality. A new veneer is a key material with four main options, as follows:

• Thermofoil: This is the cheapest option. It is affordable and low maintenance, but low quality and not very durable. It is also susceptible to water and heat damage.
• Laminate: This budget-friendly option provides a wide range of color options. It is durable but has a limited range of styles for cabinet doors and drawers.
• Melamine: This is also a budget-friendly option. It is one of the most common veneers and is durable and easy to care for.
• Wood veneer: This is the most expensive veneer option. It is durable and easy to care for.

You must also choose the material that fits your budget for the drawers and door faces. It can range from Particle Board, Medium-Density Fibreboard (MDF), High-Density Fibreboard (HDF), and Solid Wood. We use only the finest quality, solid wood components at Reborn Cabinets. All of these are manufactured to order in our state-of-the-art facility. 

You should also consider the number of cabinets you need to reface when selecting your materials. The more cabinets you require, the more square linear footage of materials you will require.

Potential Add-On Costs

The cost of a refacing project can blow out when homeowners jazz up their kitchen cabinets with fancy upgrades. These can take your kitchen remodeling project to the next level but substantially increase costs. Some of the most popular add-ons include:

• Cabinet hardware replacements: You may change the design for an antique or luxury look. You will need to change the knobs and pulls to suit your design.
• Countertops: This will depend on the material used and square footage. Options can include veneer laminate, marble, or granite. 
• Crown molding: Often, you apply this to the top of cabinets or the ceiling above them. 
• Under cabinet lighting: Add lighting inside or under the cabinets. 
• Custom cabinet doors: Add custom features to your cabinet doors, such as unique finishing or woodworking.
• Cabinet accessories: These can include pull-out trash cans and built-in wine racks.
• Glass inserts: Add glass inserts to your kitchen cabinets. The cost will be affected by the style of the glass insert.

Why Refacing Cabinets is Economical

Cabinet refacing is more budget-friendly than installing new cabinets because it involves updating the external appearance while retaining the existing cabinet structure. This process eliminates the need for purchasing all new materials and reduces labor costs. Refacing is a cost-effective solution that provides a refreshed look without the expense and time associated with a total cabinet replacement.

Why Choose Reborn Cabinets?

When you choose Team Reborn for your cabinet refacing project, affordability will never come at the expense of customization or quality. We use only the finest quality, solid wood components, all manufactured to order in our state-of-the-art facility. 

To hear from our experts in our innovative Signature Refacing® service, contact Reborn Cabinets to schedule your free consultation.