If you’re looking to give your kitchen cabinets a new appearance without the hefty price tag of a complete remodel, cabinet refacing is a fantastic option. By opting for cabinet refacing, you can achieve a fresh, updated look for your kitchen while saving a significant amount of money compared to a full remodel. However, it’s crucial to exercise caution when selecting a company to handle the refacing work. Be sure to steer clear of companies that employ veneers. Here’s why:
What are Veneers?
Before diving in, let’s understand what veneers truly are. Veneers consist of thin sheets made from either wood or melamine, a type of plastic commonly referred to as thermofoil. In essence, these sheets are affixed to particle board and then applied to your cabinets.
The Problem with Veneers
One of the main drawbacks of using veneers for cabinet refacing is that they are not as durable as other materials. Since they are just a thin covering applied to the surface of the cabinets, they are prone to chipping and damage, especially around the edges and corners. This can lead to an unsightly appearance and take away from the overall beauty of your kitchen. Refacing your cabinets with new, hardwood doors and drawer faces, the way N-Hance® does, will provide the durability a kitchen needs. Our refacing process will stand up to heavy-duty kitchen traffic and ensure a quality finish.
Using veneers for cabinet refacing poses several problems. Firstly, they are susceptible to chipping and water damage. Since veneers are thin coverings applied to the cabinet surface, moisture can easily seep between the veneer and the cabinet, causing warping and bubbles. These issues are challenging to rectify and can compromise the overall appearance and durability of your cabinets.
The problems associated with veneers do not stop there. Veneers are prone to cracking when exposed to various elements and temperatures, including hot water or grease. This can lead to a discrepancy in expansion rates between the veneers and the underlying wood.
Despite the absence of visible damage on the surface, particle board can be easily compromised underneath. This is due to its composition of inexpensive leftover materials, such as wood shavings, bonded together. As a result, particle board is porous and susceptible to issues like ripples, cracks, sagging, and more. Even if your cabinet veneers are affixed to plywood, they too are susceptible to damage, particularly in the presence of moisture. While plywood may have a longer lifespan compared to particle board, hardwood triumphs and endures for decades.
Tempted by the Cost of Veneers?
Don’t be! When you’re investing in your home, you want beautiful end results. Veneers will take a hit over time, especially if you have a busy family and a kitchen with a lot of foot traffic. They may seem cheap upfront but can end up looking worse than your original cabinets.
If, on the other hand, you opt for a cabinet refacing company that relies on hardwood and remakes your cabinets doors, and drawer fronts from scratch, like we do at N-Hance of Pompano Beach, you’ll wind up with a superior product.
As the saying goes, “you get what you pay for,” and this holds true for cabinet refacing. Plus, you can still save significantly when compared to a full replacement.
Ready for a Better Choice?
At N-Hance of Pompano Beach, we use solid hardwood to reface kitchen cabinets, offering a wide variety of styles, colors, and finishing techniques to choose from. Not only that, but we cure the coating with our proprietary Lightspeed® Nano system, so your cabinets are rock-hard on the surface. This ensures they don’t crack or peel, regardless of high traffic and heavy use in your home.
In addition, N-Hance can provide a selection of custom accessories and hardware, from soft-close drawer glides to knobs, pulls, glass cabinets, crown molding, wine racks, shelves, and dovetail drawer boxes. Your cabinets will look brand new and completely different with help from our team of refacing experts. N-Hance of Pompano Beach serves the Pompano Beach area and other surrounding areas like Coral Springs, and Deerfield Beach.
Want a quality look at a fraction of the cost of a traditional remodel? The cabinet refacing team at N-Hance can deliver. Call N-Hance of Pompano Beach at 954-294-1268 to set up a FREE consultation.