For a budget-friendly kitchen cabinet makeover without a complete remodel, consider cabinet refacing. This option provides a fresh and updated look at a fraction of the cost. However, it’s crucial to choose a reputable company to handle the refacing work. Beware of companies that utilize veneers, as they may compromise the quality and durability.
Veneers are thin sheets made from wood or melamine, a thermofoil plastic. These sheets are attached to particle board and then applied to your cabinets. Take note of these details before making a decision.
Veneers are not the most durable option for cabinet refacing. As a thin covering applied to the surface of cabinets, they are susceptible to chipping and damage, particularly along edges and corners. This can diminish the overall aesthetic appeal of your kitchen. By choosing N-Hance® and opting for new, hardwood doors and drawer faces, you can ensure the durability your kitchen deserves. Our refacing process withstands heavy kitchen traffic and guarantees a high-quality finish.
In addition to chipping, veneers are also vulnerable to water damage. Since they are thin coverings attached to the cabinet surface, moisture easily seeps in between the veneer and the cabinet, leading to warping and bubble formation. These issues can be challenging to rectify and compromise both the appearance and durability of your cabinets.
The concerns with veneers extend beyond water damage. They often crack when exposed to varying elements and temperatures, such as hot water or grease. Consequently, the veneers expand at a different rate than the underlying wood.
Moreover, even if the surface appears undamaged, the particle board underneath is prone to easy damage. Particle board is constructed from inexpensive leftover materials, such as wood shavings, which are then glued together. As a result, particle boards are porous and prone to ripples, cracks, sagging, and other issues. Even if your cabinet veneers are attached to plywood, they can still be easily damaged, particularly by moisture. While plywood may have a longer lifespan compared to particle board, hardwood remains superior, boasting durability that can last for decades.
Are you intrigued by the affordability of veneers? Don’t be! When making an investment in your home, it’s important to consider the long-term outcomes. Veneers tend to deteriorate over time, especially in busy households with heavy foot traffic in the kitchen. While they may initially seem inexpensive, they can end up appearing worse than your original cabinets.
However, if you choose to work with a reputable cabinet refacing company like N-Hance, which specializes in utilizing hardwood and recreating cabinet doors and drawer fronts from scratch, the end result will be far superior. As the popular saying goes, “you get what you pay for,” and this rings true for cabinet refacing. Moreover, you can still achieve substantial savings compared to a complete replacement.
Are you ready to make a better choice? At N-Hance, we employ top-quality solid hardwood to reface kitchen cabinets, offering an extensive range of styles, colors, and finishing techniques for you to select from. Additionally, we utilize our proprietary Lightspeed® Nano system to cure the coating, ensuring your cabinets remain exceptionally durable on the surface, even with extensive use and high traffic in your home.
Furthermore, N-Hance is pleased to offer an array of custom accessories and hardware options, including soft-close drawer glides, knobs, pulls, glass cabinets, crown molding, wine racks, shelves, and dovetail drawer boxes. With the assistance of our team of experienced refacing experts, your cabinets will be transformed, appearing brand new and dramatically different.
Would you like to achieve a high-quality appearance at a fraction of the cost of a traditional remodel? The cabinet refacing team at N-Hance is prepared to deliver outstanding results. Contact N-Hance of Northwest Indianapolis at (317) 407-1368 to schedule a FREE consultation.