Refinishing Cabinets: A Cost-Effective Kitchen Upgrade

The kitchen not only is a focal point of a home, but it also sees consistent use for different activities. The most important element of a kitchen is having proper storage. High-quality cabinets are essential to the overall function of the space, so making them easy to use and easy to maintain can help ensure the kitchen is a more enjoyable place. Refinishing cabinets is a great way to keep your home feeling fresh, without hurting the ROI of your home. In this blog, you will learn just some of the benefits of refinishing cabinets with the help of a professional. 

Giving Your Kitchen A Facelift

Cabinets take up the majority of the space in your kitchen and if they are looking drab or damaged, will bring down the overall look of your kitchen. Refinishing cabinets will help conceal imperfections and make the kitchen more of a focal point rather than an eyesore. Cabinets that have an extra layer of protection will also be resistant to scratches and dents. This means that refinishing your cabinets will extend the lifespan of your cabinet sets and limit the need for further repairs.

Cost Effective Remodel

Replacing the entire cabinet set can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $20,000. Instead of ripping off the entire cabinet, doing some minor updates and reinforcing will save you on a complete redesign. Installing high-quality cabinets is not cheap, so if the structure of the cabinets is relatively sound, staining or painting the wood is a cheaper solution. Higher-grade paint options can be expensive, but they are much more cost-effective than new cabinets. 

Staying On Trend

Cabinets that were installed many years ago may look old or not on trend with current styles. Refinishing the cabinets can help you achieve a more modern feel without the need for complete cabinet replacement.

There are also many style options available to refinish cabinets. Paint colors range from bright to muted, stain options can help make your cabinets look more natural, and foil or acrylic can add some extra detail. Even installing new hardware will help you customize the look of your kitchen to your unique specifications. 

Increase Home Value

Outdated fixtures, flooring, or cabinets can lower the resale value of a home. Improving even small areas with new paint or more eco-friendly options will help you earn more money when you go to sell your home. Even if you are not planning to move any time soon, remodeling will help you enjoy the home while you live there and receive a better ROI in the long run.

Make Your Home Eco-Friendly

Ripping out old cabinets and removing that debris from your home often leads it to end up in a landfill. If you want your cabinet material to be more sustainable and limit your environmental impact, refinishing cabinets is the eco-friendly option. Because you are giving new life to your cabinets, you save these materials from landfills and cut down on the number of natural materials used in homes each year. 

Should You Paint Or Stain Your Cabinets?

Each method of cabinet refinishing will help elevate your home value. Applying paint to cabinets gives you more color options to choose from and more creativity. Paint covers the natural grain and color of the cabinets. No matter what material your cabinets are made of, paint can cover up any imperfections or discoloration. Typically, homeowners who choose paint for their cabinets want to achieve a bold look.

Stain is commonly used for wood cabinets to enhance the grain of the wood. Stain usually comes in more natural colors or earthy tones. The undertones of the stain can be more unnatural though, like green, blue, or orange. Homeowners often choose stains to achieve a timeless look that also enhances the appearance of a kitchen.

Trust The Experts At American Town Painting

Our Utah company focuses on detailed services for homeowners and business owners. From interior painting to exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, or wallpapering, American Town Painting can elevate the aesthetic appeal of your home. Each member of our painting team has a plethora of skills that combine to help give you a satisfactory experience. 

Detail work is crucial when it comes to refinishing cabinets. Our painters keep your goals in mind while also ensuring that every detail looks presentable. Your home deserves the utmost care and attention from you and our painters. Contact our team to get a quote for your project and help elevate your home today!