Do you want to upgrade your cabinets without the hassle of a full-scale remodeling project? Cabinet refacing is an economically sound solution that can help your kitchen look brand new and keep more money in your pocket. But it’s critical that you pick a reliable contractor who doesn’t use veneers – here’s why!
What are Veneers?
To start, let’s dive into what veneers are. They are thin layers of wood or thermofoil plastic – also known as melamine – that join onto particle boards and attach to your cabinets. In other words, these materials unite to form a slender cover for the cupboards in your home.
The Problem with Veneers
Veneers may be a more cost-effective option for cabinet refacing, but they are nowhere near as durable and will chip easily around corners. With N-Hance of Spokane, you won’t need to worry about sacrificing aesthetics or performance; our process produces hardwood doors and drawer faces built to endure long-term use all whilst providing an eye-catching finish!
Cabinet refacing with veneers carries potential risks due to their fragility. As they are thin, delicate coatings applied onto the surface of cabinets, moisture can seep in between them and your cabinetry resulting in bubbling, warping, and even chipping – all problems that could potentially damage both its appearance as well as longevity. If you do decide on using veneers for cabinet refacing projects, ensure you’re willing to cover any repair costs later! They can also crack, due to the fluctuation of temperatures and exposure to hot water or grease.
In the long run, veneers are easily broken down and worn out. As these products are composed of cheap wood chips that have been glued together, they become porous and prone to cracking, droopiness, warping, or rippling with time. Even if you opt for plywood instead of particle board in your cabinets – moisture can still be a threat! Hardwood is clearly more durable than other materials providing excellent resistance against wear and tear over many years.
Tempted by the Cost of Veneers?
Don’t be! If you’re after eye-catching outcomes, veneers may initially appear to be the more economical approach. However, if you’ve got a busy family or if there’s a lot of foot traffic in an area such as your kitchen, veneers will wear down and end up looking worse than before! This is why N-Hance – specialists in cabinet refacing without veneers – use strong hardwood only when creating new cabinet doors and drawer fronts. As they say: “you get what you pay for” — this certainly holds true with cabinet refacing.
Ready for a Better Choice?
At N-Hance of Spokane, you have the option of choosing from a vast array of styles and colors when refacing your kitchen cabinets with solid hardwood. Not to mention, we utilize our cutting-edge Lightspeed® Nano system to finish each cabinet, making them exceptionally resilient with unyielding surfaces. These sturdy finishes will resist cracking or peeling no matter how often they are used!
N-Hance provides a variety of custom components and hardware to select from, such as soft-close drawer glides and knobs/pulls all the way up to glass cabinets, crown molding, wine racks, shelves, and dovetail drawer boxes. Our professional refacing specialists will revamp your cupboards into something brand new with their expertise!
N-Hance’s cabinet refacing team can give you the look you want without spending a fortune. Schedule a free consultation with N-Hance of Spokane by calling (509) 328-9663 today!