Home Remodeling Tips

Before you start searching cabinet refacing companies just read through this very informative write-up. I will present some of the most important basics and help you make an informed decision about redoing your kitchen cabinets.

As you search through the web you will come across a number of people claiming to be experts on this subject matter but by taking a bit of each will lead you to mess up everything. Below I share some of the most useful ideas on this subject.

Defining Refacing Kitchen Cabinets

This is when kitchen cabinets that are aged are revamped by adding a new coating such as veneer, thermo-foil or laminate. In most cases you may have to replace only the doors and drawer fronts.  Compared to kitchen remodeling, this is much faster to complete.

In fact is can be as far less as 60% when comparing with the cost of buying new cabinets. Basically, this is an affordable, hassle free and generally efficient way to spruce up the look of your kitchen.

Below I review some of the most common coating material used today  

Laminate

Laminate is primarily made of plastic film or thin sheet formed from resins such as polyethylene and polypropylene. This is arguably the cheapest material to usebut it is not as strong when it comes to wear and tear. Having said that, it can really withstand heating oil and does seal heat really well.

The Thermofoil Material

This is the latest offering in cabinetry. It is basically a new wood-like refacing material.  Others call it RTF or Vinyl its thick vinyl film is bonded enduringly to a wood core that is warp-resistant.

Wood veneer

As the name states, this is wood. It is a thin slice that comes cut from a log with a sawing machine or a slicing or peeling machine. This is best for giving the wood a nice grain. Take note that this material comes in a variety of species. Ideally I recommend that you consult an export before making any decision on these.