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The Goals Of Cabinet Restyling

Assessing Cabinets for Restyling

Not every cabinet is an excellent prospect for restyling. This doesn't indicate those old cabinets are bad candidates, though, since in many cases older cabinet boxes have stronger building and construction than more recent factory-manufactured boxes and will accept brand-new veneer and doors rather effectively.

Cabinets that are excellent candidates for a restyling job normally share the following functions:
Robust Box Construction: New veneers have to have smooth strong surfaces if they are going to adhere correctly. Boxes made from MDF or plywood usually fit the costs.
Solid Hardwood Face Frames: Durable hardwood face frames in good condition readily accept veneers. They can likewise anchor new doors efficiently.
Internal Hardware In Good Condition: This consists of drawer tracks and other internal storage aspects. If your drawers aren't running smoothly, or if your cabinets do not have specific storage or shelving devices, then the costs involved with restyling just may not be worth your while.

If you're considering restyling or changing your Minnetonka kitchen cabinets give us a ring at 952-746-7663 or you can arrange a consultation online. We would love to have a chance to gain your business.

Minnetonka Kitchen Cabinet Restyling: Pros And Cons

Pros and Cons

The advantages and limitations of cabinet restyling must be thoroughly thought about when weighing alternatives for your kitchen remodel.

Benefits.
Maintain The Current Layout: Restyling is an excellent choice if the kitchen design as it currently exists still fits you.
Broad Variety Of Style Choices: There are lots of various veneer possibilities in regards to both natural woods and laminates.
Save Money: Restyling can bring the appearance of new cabinets to your kitchen, whereas brand-new custom cabinets can be two times as costly.
Go Green: Restyling cabinet boxes means they do not wind up in a garbage dump. Considering how many cabinet boxes get made using MDF, this is a really good idea. MDF has formaldehyde, which is a dangerous chemical you don't want in your local soil and water. Keeping your existing cabinet boxes also indicates that less trees need to be felled for making new boxes.

Possible Drawbacks.
* Some wood veneers may need finishing. This adds extra actions (e.g. staining and varnishing) to the restyling procedure.
* No footprint modifications. If you want to move integrated home appliances or add more counter top space, you require to do more than just restyle your kitchen cabinets.
* No interior modifications. If you wish to make any changes to the within your cabinets-- including more racks or brightening them up with fresh paint-- it will add time and cost to the task.
* Costs can accumulate. If you're replacing hinges and hardware and making other changes, you might find the budget for restyling climbing into the same variety as installing new pre-manufactured cabinets.
* Requires innovative DIY work. Veneering is an acquired skill, and DIYers will need to be client and helpful to get good results. Installing all-new doors and drawer fronts is a lot easier task.

Recommendation

Cabinet restyling can be a good, cost-saving choice for kitchen renovation if the existing cabinets are sound and in good shape, and where a radically different appearance is desired. It is likewise an excellent option where the existing kitchen design works well as it is. But where the existing cabinets have structural problems, or where hardware is in poor condition or internal storage functions are missing, you may be better off installing brand new cabinets.

Rusco Kitchen Remodelers would like an opportunity to assist you with your Kitchen Cabinet restyling project. You can give us a call at 952-746-7663 or you can set up an appointment online.