Cabinet refacing as part of your kitchen remodel
When boxes are solid but the rest of the kitchen is changing anyway, new counters, a different layout, updated lighting, refacing the cabinets in the same pass gets everything matched in one project instead of a patchwork of separate jobs. We replace doors, drawer fronts, and veneer skins, swap to soft-close hinges, and add new hardware, scheduled and finished alongside the rest of your remodel so the whole kitchen reads as one cohesive update, not a cabinet job with a countertop project bolted on after.
What's included in this service?
- On-site inspection of existing cabinet boxes, hinges, and drawer hardware
- Removal of old doors, drawer fronts, and any failing laminate or thermofoil
- Veneer or RTF application to cabinet exteriors, end panels, and toekick
- New shaker, slab, or inset doors and matching drawer fronts in paint-grade or wood
- Soft-close hinges, full-extension drawer glides, and new pulls or knobs
- Optional crown molding, light rail, and matching toe-kick for a built-in look
When do you need this service?
- Cabinet boxes are solid but doors are swollen, peeling, or dated
- Hinges are loose, doors sag, or drawers do not close all the way
- You want a new look without the cost or dust of a full demo
- Layout works, you just want the style to match the rest of the house
- You are selling and want a refreshed kitchen for less than a full remodel
What do homeowners ask about Cabinet Refacing?
How much does kitchen cabinet refacing cost in Tampa Bay?
Most Tampa Bay cabinet refacing jobs run $9,000-$18,000 depending on the number of doors, the door style, and any layout changes. A 30-door kitchen with shaker doors in a paint-grade finish lands around $11,000-$14,000. Custom door styles, glass inserts, and full-overlay push it higher.
Is refacing cheaper than replacing cabinets?
Yes, refacing typically runs 40-60% less than tearing out and replacing cabinets with stock or semi-custom boxes. The trade-off is that you keep the existing layout and box quality, so it only makes sense when the boxes are still structurally sound.
How long does cabinet refacing take?
On-site work runs 3-5 working days for a typical Tampa Bay kitchen, including door removal, veneer application, and hardware swap. New doors and drawer fronts are usually fabricated off-site over 2-4 weeks before install day, so plan the project lead time accordingly.
Can you reface cabinets that have water damage?
It depends on the substrate. If the damage is limited to doors and toe-kick, we replace those and reface the rest. If the boxes themselves are swollen or delaminated, refacing is a bad investment and full replacement is the right call. Tampa Bay's humidity makes this call more common around the sink and dishwasher than in drier climates, so we do an on-site inspection before quoting.
What door styles work for refacing?
Almost any style works: shaker, slab, inset, beadboard, or raised panel. Material choices include paint-grade MDF, wood veneer (maple, oak, walnut), and RTF (rigid thermofoil) for moisture-prone kitchens, and in Tampa Bay's humidity we lean toward plywood boxes with RTF or veneer skins over particleboard whenever the budget allows. We bring sample doors to the in-home consult so you can see them against your existing boxes and lighting.
Where do we offer Cabinet Refacing in Tampa Bay?
We provide cabinet refacing in every city and community in Tampa Bay County. Pick your city for local climate notes and service specifics.
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Need cabinet refacing in Tampa Bay?
Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.