Want to refinish your cabinets? Refinishing is an easy and affordable way to upgrade the look of your kitchen, while restoring beauty back into your hardwood cabinets. However, before you get started, you’re likely wondering about the cost. Here’s a look at what goes into refinishing cabinets.
A Guide to the Costs to Refinish Your Cabinets
Costs for refinishing your kitchen cabinets can vary widely depending on where you live. This is simply due to the price of labor and materials. Wherever you call home, the cost to refinish your cabinets will include:
- Cost to prepare the site, including cleaning cabinets and eliminating dirt, wax, grime and grease, and taping off counters and floors to protect them.
- Cost of repairing any damage, such as scratches or dents, which depends on the condition of your cabinets and how many there are.
- Cost of materials, including the finish, and the labor to complete the work. The more cabinets you have, the higher the cost.
According to HomeAdvisor.com, a typical cabinet refinishing job can start as low as $2,000 and go up from there. If you plan to upgrade with different finishing techniques, like glazing or antiquing, it’s important to know this will increase your final cost. Other costs to factor in include replacing hardware, like door knobs and drawer pulls, as well as installing soft close hinges. Despite all this, refinishing your cabinets is still far more affordable than replacing them.
FAQs: How N-Hance Refinishes Cabinets
When it comes to refinishing kitchen cabinets, there’s a lot of work involved. You also need technical expertise and the correct tools, products and equipment to achieve the results you want. It can be tricky for homeowners to do this on their own and get beautifully restored kitchen cabinets.
It’s why so many turn to the professionals at N-Hance® to refinish their cabinets. If you are thinking about doing the same, below are some common questions we get and our answers to each.
How Much Does N-Hance Charge to Refinish Cabinets?
N-Hance provides custom quotes depending on your specific project, including the size of your kitchen, the number of cabinets and the condition they’re in. Once we get a few details from you, we’re happy to provide you with a free cost estimate.
How Long Does it Take to Refinish Cabinets?
Typically, it only takes N-Hance 3-5 days to refinish cabinets. That means you won’t be without a kitchen for weeks on end. We will get in and out as quickly as possible, cleaning up and leaving behind a kitchen that looks impeccable.
Should I Refinish My Cabinets or Paint Them?
That depends on the look you want to achieve in your space. Stained cabinets often provide a more rustic, warm aesthetic. Painted cabinets, on the other hand, can deliver on a range of different styles and preferences, from traditional to contemporary.
From a cost standpoint, though, it can be slightly less expensive to refinish rather than paint your cabinets.
Should I Replace My Cabinets with New Ones Instead?
If cost isn’t an issue, you might be considering replacing your kitchen cabinets completely. But consider this: cabinets made years ago are higher quality than those produced today. So by refinishing them instead, you can maintain their integrity while giving them a fresh, new look.
Also, if you choose to refinish rather than replace your cabinets, you won’t have to change out the countertops, which can save you a bundle. You can instead use that money to refinish your hardwood floors, install a new tile backsplash, paint your kitchen, purchase new decor, or get new appliances.
What About Refacing My Cabinets?
Refacing offers another good option to upgrading your cabinets without breaking the bank. With refacing, the cabinet doors and drawer fronts are removed and replaced with new, custom-made ones.
You can choose from many door styles and colors, whether painted or stained. While far less expensive than a complete replacement, refacing your cabinets does cost more than just refinishing. Ask your local N-Hance about the cost of refacing compared to refinishing or painting.
Can I Replace the Hardware with a Different Size Option?
Yes, just let us know ahead of time that you’d like new hardware. We can help you through the process to ensure you choose options that are both functional and beautiful and install them once your cabinets are refinished.
How Long Will My Refinished Cabinets Last?
Our products are proprietary to our company and specifically designed to withstand an active kitchen environment. We also use our Lightspeed® UV system to instantly cure your cabinets. This not only cuts down on the time it takes to complete the project but produces a rock-hard, long-lasting finish.
I saw a Picture Online I Love. Can You Re-create It?
In many cases, yes. At N-Hance, we offer 12 different stains to choose from. If, however, you have one in mind that isn’t on our palette, we will match it. Our goal is to personalize your cabinets and bring them back to life in a way you love.
Refinish your cabinets and bring beauty and warmth back to your kitchen. Call N-Hance at (855) 642-6230 today to set up a FREE design consultation.
