Kitchen Cabinet Refacing Review
Before you go looking for cabinet refacing companies just read through this very informative write-up. I will quickly walk you trough very important fundamentals and provide you with something to think about as you make plan to redo your kitchen.
As you search through the web you will come across a number of people claiming to be experts on this subject matter but mixing all that different advise can lead to a disastrous output. Allow me to briefly share some thoughts on this subject matter.
What is Kitchen cabinet refacing?
This is a process whereby old cabinets are redone with a new coating like laminate, thermo-foil or veneer. Most often this involves only changing the door fronts and drawer from but not the whole cabinets. Ideally the process is easier and faster than a complete kitchen remodel.
In fact is can be as far less as 60% when comparing with the cost of buying new cabinets. Basically, this is probably the most convenient way, coupled with affordability and efficiency, of making your cabinets to look new.
Let us briefly look at some of the different coating that is used
The Use Of Laminate
This is basically a plastic film material but you can also get some made from thin sheet resins e.g. that made from polyethylene. Although it is cheaperbut it is not as resistant in wear and tear. However, it can really withstand heating oil and does seal heat really well.
Defining Thermofoil
This is considered to be a revolutionary new wood-like material for Cabinetry. Sometimes referred to as Vinyl or RTF it has a thick vinyl film that is bonded permanently to a warp-resistant engineered wood core.
Understanding 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. If you are looking for a nice grain then this is the right material to consider. 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.