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Before you go looking for refacing kitchen cabinets take a few minutes to read through this brief but very informative article. My intention here is to discuss some pretty important issues and provide you with something to think about as you make plan to redo your kitchen.

You will come hundreds of pages online that claim to offer the best advise and information on kitchen cabinetrefacing but end up mixing the ideas and suggestions made with replacement. Let me quickly walk you through the following key points.

What is Kitchen cabinet refacing?

This is a process whereby old cabinets are redone with a new coating like laminate, thermo-foil or veneer. Most often this involves only changing the door fronts and drawer from but not the whole cabinets.  Ideally the process is easier and faster than a complete kitchen remodel.

When compared to buying new cabinets, refacing is way cheaper. All in all then, it is the most efficient, affordable and hassle-free way to boost your kitchen’s look and feel.

Below I review some of the most common coating material used today  

Using Laminate

This coating material is made up of some thin sheet made from resins. This includes those that are made of polypropylene and you can also get some made from plastic film. One thing about it is that it is cheapbut it is most vulnerable to wear and tear. However, it works well in heat oil resistance and can seal heat perfectly.

Defining Thermofoil

If you are looking for something close to wood and new in the market then this should be your best choice.  Others call it RTF or Vinyl its thick vinyl film is bonded enduringly to a wood core that is warp-resistant.

Understanding Wood Veneer

As the name states, this is wood. It is a thin slice that comes cut from a log with a sawing machine or a slicing or peeling machine. This is best for giving the wood a nice grain. There are different forms of this type material. This means you will need to consult with an expert to help you find the best for you kitchen.

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