If you want to give your kitchen cabinets a new look without the expense of a full remodel, cabinet refacing can be a great option. Cabinet refacing can give your kitchen a fresh, updated look at a fraction of the cost of a full remodel. However, it’s important to be careful when choosing a company to handle the refacing work. Make sure to avoid companies that use veneers, Here’s why:
What are Veneers?
To begin with, it’s important to understand what veneers are. These are produced from slender sheets of wood or melamine – a specific type of plastic called thermofoil. The process involves attaching either the wood or plastic to a particle board which is then affixed to your cabinets.
The Problem with Veneers
A significant disadvantage of utilizing veneers for cabinet refacing lies in their lack of durability compared to other materials. Given they are merely a thin layer fixed onto the cabinet surface, they are susceptible to chipping and damage, particularly around edges and corners. This can result in an unappealing look and diminish the overall aesthetic of your kitchen. Opting for refacing your cabinets with new hardwood doors and drawer fronts, as N-Hance® does, offers the sturdiness required in a kitchen. Our refacing method is designed to withstand the rigors of heavy kitchen use and guarantees a top-quality finish.
Additional issues with employing veneers for cabinet refacing include their susceptibility to chipping and water damage. Given that veneers are slender coverings fixed onto the cabinet surface, moisture can seep between the veneer and the cabinet, resulting in warping and bubbling. These complications can be challenging to rectify and may undermine the overall aesthetics and longevity of your cabinets.
The problems associated with veneers extend further. Veneers frequently crack when exposed to varying elements and temperatures, such as hot water or grease, causing them to expand at a different pace than the underlying wood.
Even without visible surface damage, the underlying particle board can easily get compromised. This is largely due to the fact that particle board is constructed from leftover, low-cost materials such as wood shavings, which are then glued together. Consequently, they are porous and susceptible to ripples, cracks, sagging, among other issues. Even if your cabinet veneers are attached to plywood, they too can be easily damaged, especially by moisture. While plywood may outlast particle board, hardwood emerges victorious in terms of longevity, lasting for several decades.
Tempted by the Cost of Veneers?
Don’t be alarmed! When you’re putting money into your home, you anticipate stunning final results. Veneers, especially in a bustling family kitchen with heavy foot traffic, will deteriorate over time. While they may appear inexpensive initially, they could potentially end up looking worse than your original cabinets.
However, if you choose to work with a cabinet refacing company like N-Hance, which uses hardwood and recreates your cabinet doors and drawer fronts from the ground up, you’ll receive a superior product.
The adage, “you get what you pay for,” rings true when it comes to cabinet refacing. Moreover, compared to a complete replacement, you can still enjoy substantial savings.
Ready for a Better Choice?
At N-Hance, we employ solid hardwood for kitchen cabinet refacing, providing a vast selection of styles, colors, and finishing methods to pick from. Additionally, we harden the coating using our unique Lightspeed® Nano system, guaranteeing a robust surface on your cabinets. This ensures they resist cracking or peeling, regardless of high traffic or heavy usage in your home.
Moreover, N-Hance offers an array of custom accessories and hardware, including soft-close drawer glides, knobs, pulls, glass cabinets, crown molding, wine racks, shelves, and dovetail drawer boxes. With assistance from our team of refacing experts, your cabinets will appear brand new and entirely transformed.
Desire a high-quality look for a fraction of the cost of a conventional remodel? The cabinet refacing team at N-Hance has got you covered. Contact N-Hance of Orlando East at (407) 443-6065 to schedule a FREE consultation.