Before you go looking for kitchen cabinet refacing companies just read through this very informative write-up. My intention here is to discuss some pretty important issues and help you make an informed decision about redoing your kitchen cabinets.

There are some many websites that claim to provide articles that are all about kitchen cabinet refacing but end up mixing the ideas and suggestions made with replacement. 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.  Ideally the process is easier and faster than a complete kitchen remodel.

This is probably the cheapest way to own new cabinets as compared to buying new ones. 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  

The Use Of Laminate

This coating material is made up of some thin sheet made from resins. This includes those that are made of polypropylene and you can also get some made from plastic film. One thing about it is that it is cheapbut it is not as strong when it comes to wear and tear. However, 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.  Sometimes referred to as Vinyl or RTF it comes as quite a thick vinyl film, which is bonded tightly on a warp-resistant engineered wood core.

Understanding Wood Veneer

This is material made from wood. It is quite thin as it is cut from a log with a peeling, sawing or slicing 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.