If you can’t stand the way your cabinets look or if their appearance brings down the entire appeal of your kitchen, you’re probably at the crossroads. Before making any decisions, are your current cabinets working properly and really need a face-lift or do you need to toss it all out and start over?
Evaluating your options isn’t as confusing as it looks at the outset.
But there are three pertinent questions to answer before leaping into any quick solution:
- Are you planning to stay in this house or sell it in the near future?
- Have you already painted the kitchen, added new countertops, and window treatments?
- Can the cabinets be improved by a fresh laminate, new hardware, attractive knobs, hinges, panels, and drawer fronts?
Considering a Refacing Makeover
There’s a good possibility that you can save half the cost in having your cabinets refaced than if you try and replace them entirely. Many homeowners remark that a refacing project also allows them to choose “green” materials that they’ve been wanting for a while.
Once you settle on the idea of refacing, then the variables are really about your choice in materials and costs. New veneers can cut remodeling costs by upwards of 60 percent of the cost in replacements. But at the same time, you can secure more durable and attractive coverings that extend the life of your cabinets.
Another thing to consider is that refacing projects can be modified to suit your décor or motif, right down to antique or distressed designs.
You can start collecting information by contacting cabinet contractors and visiting showrooms before locking yourself into a project that busts your budget.
