If you’re looking to give your kitchen cabinets a fresh new look without the hefty price tag of a complete remodel, consider cabinet refacing. It’s an excellent alternative that can transform your kitchen at a fraction of the cost. However, when it comes to choosing a company for the refacing work, it’s crucial to be cautious and avoid those that utilize veneers.
But what exactly are veneers? Veneers are thin sheets made from wood or melamine, a type of plastic called thermofoil. They are attached to particle board and applied to your cabinets.
Veneers for cabinet refacing have several drawbacks. One main issue is their lack of durability compared to other materials. Being thin coverings applied to the surface, they are prone to chipping and damage, particularly around edges and corners. This can detract from the kitchen’s overall appearance.
Moreover, using veneers can lead to problems like chipping and water damage. Moisture easily seeps between the veneer and cabinet, resulting in warping and bubbles. These issues are challenging to fix and compromise both the look and longevity of the cabinets.
Additionally, veneers often crack when exposed to various elements and temperatures, such as hot water or grease. This causes the veneers to expand differently from the underlying wood.
Furthermore, even if surface damage isn’t visible, the particle board underneath can easily suffer damage. Particle board is made from cheap materials, like wood shavings, and is porous and prone to ripples, cracks, and sagging. Even when veneers are attached to plywood, moisture can still cause damage. While plywood may last longer than particle board, hardwood remains the superior choice and can last for decades.
Tempted by the affordable cost of veneers? Think again! When investing in your home, you want beautiful end results. However, veneers can deteriorate over time, particularly in busy homes with high foot-traffic kitchens. Although they may seem cheap initially, they can end up looking worse than your original cabinets.
On the other hand, by choosing N-Hance, a reputable cabinet refacing company that specializes in hardwood and recreates cabinet doors and drawer fronts from scratch, you’ll get a superior product. As the saying goes, “you get what you pay for,” and this definitely applies to cabinet refacing. Moreover, you can still save a significant amount compared to a full replacement.
Are you ready to make a better choice? At N-Hance, we use solid hardwood to reface kitchen cabinets, offering a wide selection of styles, colors, and finishing techniques. In addition, our proprietary Lightspeed® Nano system cures the coating, providing a rock-hard surface that resists cracking or peeling, even with high traffic and heavy use in your home.
N-Hance offers various custom accessories and hardware, 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 refacing experts, your cabinets will have a brand-new look and feel.
If you’re seeking a high-quality appearance at a fraction of the cost of a traditional remodel, the cabinet refacing team at N-Hance can deliver. Contact N-Hance of South Salt Lake & Utah County at 801-406-1114 to arrange a FREE consultation.