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In many instances a cabinet can be made to look like new by changing the doors, drawer faces and face frames. This is known as refacing, and it will accomplish much the same as a complete replacement for less than half the cost. The refacing can be done to a single cabinet, such as a built-in bookcase or a bathroom vanity, or it can be done to the upper and lower kitchen cabinets.
The first step in the process is to empty the cabinet shelves and remove the drawers and any cabinet doors. Be sure to save the drawers and doors as templates for the new pieces. The next step is to carefully remove the face frames in such a way as to keep these pieces intact. Again, these can be used a templates for the new face frames. The best way to remove face frames is to work a wood chisel into the seam between the frame and the cabinet until the glue bead is separated. The pieces can then be pulled away and numbered for reference.
The type of wood used for the refacing will depend on the desired finish of the new installation. Pine and Douglas fir make an ideal wood for painted finishes, and Oak or Birch are ideal for a stained finish. With either type of wood it is best to use solid stock for the face frames, and plywood veneer for the doors and drawer faces.
Where recessed doors are being replaced it is best to use stolid stock as the door frame, and plywood veneer as the recessed panels. Drawer faces can be made from solid stock or plywood veneer, and these can be trimmed with thin pieces of stock to give the appearance of solid wood. Flush doors and drawer faces can be made from plywood veneer, and trimmed in the same way for a solid wood appearance.
If the refacing suggests changing out the vanity or kitchen countertops, it’s a good idea to remove the tops before the refacing gets started. Once the refacing is complete, the new frames, doors and drawers can be sealed and painted, or stained and finished prior to setting the new tops. Be sure to replace any drawer guides that do not work properly. Once the cabinets have been painted or stained, the new cabinet hardware can be installed to complete the project.
What else can I help you with?
Should I replace or reface my cabinets?
I am considering refacing my cabinets. How can I know if I should replace them or reface them?
How can I reface cabinets in my home?
There is a process that can be done by you to reface your cabinets at home. I found a website called "Thisoldhouse.com" and it had some articles about refacing cabinets yourself.
How can I reface cabinets cheaply?
YOu can reface your cabinets cheaply by going to your local home depot and as a representaive for a cabinet kit and ask any other questions you may have about them
Reface Your Cabinets?
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Reface Your Kitchen Cabinets?
form_title=Reface Your Kitchen Cabinets form_header=Update the look of your kitchen with updated kitchen cabinets. What types of cabinets are currently installed?=_ Do you want to have a color theme for your kitchen?= () Yes () No Please describe how you want the kitchen to be remodeled?=_
Is it possible to install or reface kitchen cabinets?
It is very possible to install or reface kitchen cabinets. More information can be found where the sales of cabinets are: Lowe's Home Depot Sears Professional Contractors can give you complete advice on this also.
How can I easily reface my kitchen cabinets?
You can visit homedepot.com the see a variety of plans that help you reface them, usually sanding and repainting is the cheapest.
Where can I find information on refacing kitchen cabinets?
The This Old House website gives step by step instructions on how to reface kitchen cabinets. Home Depot also provides classes that teach how to reface your cabinets yourself. The classes are very reasonably priced.
Is it difficult for the home do-it-yourself person to be able to reface their cabinets?
Yes, it will most likely be quite difficult to reface cabinets on your own if you are not skilled in that area or if you have a low amount of experience in that field. However, for a carpenter or do-it-yourself type of guy it should be rather simple.
Cabinets Installation?
form_title=cabinet installation form_header=10473 Would this particular project be a part from a larger remodel?*= () Yes () No Please specify the location of the cabinets:*= () Kitchen () Bathroom () Closet () Basement () Garage () Other How would you describe your cabinet project?*= () Install new pre-made cabinets () Repair existing cabinets () Install new custom cabinets () Refinish existing cabinets () Reface existing cabinets
What type of veneer should I use to reface my cabinets?
A thin cut veneer is a good option when refacing the kitchen cabinets. Practice your veneering technique on less-visible areas first, such as on a side panel. Then you can proceed.
How does one reface a cabinet properly?
"To reface a cabinet properly, you first reface the sides, then stain the cabinet interior, finish them with polyurethane, and then you reassemble them."
