How Long Does Cabinet Refacing Last?

Although it is possible for a highly-skilled DIYer to reface cabinets, it doesn’t always mean they should, especially if you want your refacing to last.

Refaced cabinets typically last much longer if you hire a professional — and here are a few reasons why:

• They have the knowledge and experience to help you determine whether or not your cabinets are good candidates for refacing and can help you select the best materials to suit your style and budget.
• They have access to professional equipment and products. For example, at Cabinet Coatings, we replace your cabinet doors completely with brand-new solid wood doors and apply our ultra-durable coating process with the new color of your choice.
• Their experience often lends to faster, more quality work.
• Most contractors guarantee their work, meaning — if you’re not satisfied with the outcome of your project, you can oftentimes have it fixed at no additional cost.

However, it’s important to note that not all contractors have the same refacing process.

Many companies go the cheap route and apply a plastic or wood veneer over existing cabinet doors, boxes and drawer fronts.

If you’re not familiar with veneers, they damage easily and don’t last. This process can leave your doors damaged and cracked within a year or two, in which case it may not be worth the time or cost of the project.

Unlike our competitors, here at Cabinet Coatings, we never use veneers. Instead, for our refacing services, we’ll use your existing cabinet boxes and layout, but completely replace your doors with brand-new, solid wood doors from a local Phoenix-based cabinet maker. We also always apply a high-quality, durable finish. We’ll also teach you how to properly care for your new cabinets, so you can help them retain their high-quality look for longer.

Learn more about why Cabinet Coatings will never use veneers for your cabinets.