Q1: How much does kitchen cabinet refacing usually cost?
A1: Kitchen cabinet refacing can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 for rigid thermofoil (RTF) or plastic laminate and from $2,500 to $6,000 for real wood veneer (approximately 1/4-inch thick). However, the price of larger projects with high-quality wood veneer can be as high as $7,000 to $9,000 or more.
Q2: Does cabinet refacing cost less than full replacements?
A2: Cabinet refacing tends to be more affordable than brand new custom installations, but not always. Veneer materials can cost anywhere from $200 to $500. Hardware, new doors, and drawer fronts come at an additional cost.
Q3: How long will my cabinets last?
A3: The longevity of your wood cabinets will depend on their quality. High-quality cabinets can remain in good condition for as long as 50 years. In fact, quality cabinets are often some of the longest-lasting components of a kitchen.
Q4: How does cabinet refacing work?
A4: To reface cabinets is to replace the doors and drawer fronts and add a new veneer over the cabinets’ body surfaces. Laminate or wood veneer covers the cabinets’ sides. Sometimes the process also includes the addition of new door hinges.
Q5: How much time does cabinet refacing usually take?
A5: Depending on the size of the kitchen, cabinet refacing can take two to four days, on average.
