How To Reface Your Kitchen Cabinets

[@Caco357]

This video is so well done and motivates me to take on this project. One suggestion, how about emptying the cabinets in your next video ;-)

[@TheGandiaChannel]

What a great video! Thank you so much! It explains everything I need to know, now that I need to update my kitchen.

[@kitchencabinetvalue]

Great step-by-step instruction

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Thanks! That's been our goal for over 30 years :-)

[@milledge5]

I WANT MY CABINETS REFACED,,,,:'-(..U GUYS DID A WONDERFUL JOB!!

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Self-adhesive veneer typically runs between $80 - $110 per 2X8 sheet. Expect to buy one sheet for 10 door and drawer front openings. You can visit our site to check the latest pricing. Thanks for asking :-)

[@gamespawn0]

can the self adhesive veneer be applied to metal serfaces?

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

That's always a good idea. Thanks for pointing it out.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

When prepping a cabinet with a rounded corner, install the pre-cut end panel as you normally would, making sure the front edge is flush with the cabinet front. Then you can quickly and easily fill the gap with wood dough using a putty knife. Let the wood dough dry and then take a minute with sandpaper on a block of wood to sand the gap flush with the end panel and the front stile. Spray or brush the area with a light coat of laquer and let it dry before you apply the self-adhesive veneer.

[@maryh5126]

Are there any options for changing the inside of the cabinets? Mine have a fake wood pattern on the inside and it would really stand out if we just changed the outside.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Adding the veneer to large surfaces can be tedious. Applying a plywood end panel solves that problem. Another reason is because if the stiles on the cabinet extend past the side forming a lip, you can shim the plywood at the wall instead of having to route off the lip to get a nice square corner.

[@deputydawgoneit]

Dumb question here but can you resurface wooden cabinets that have been painted without removing the old paint? Will the wood veneer hold onto the paint?

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Yes, the veneer will stick to existing painted surfaces quite well. You still need to clean the cabinets and apply an light coat of lacquer or varnish to places where daily wear may have remove the original finish. Thanks for asking.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Yes, PSA (pressure sensitive adhesive) Veneers will stick to a melamine surface as long as there is no greasy residue. So clean the surface with something non abrasive that cuts through grease such as Dawn Dish washing liquid. Do not over saturate the cabinets and allow to dry completely before applying the veneer.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Yes. You can sand and restain and varnish old cabinets, but because of the natural wear and the oil saturated places around handles and above the stove, the new finish will never be perfect. The stain will be lighter in these places. Blotchy. Self adhesive veneer will not add any significant weight to your cabinets. It is nearly impossible to tell a refaced cabinet from a new one without opening a door, because the finish is on brand new wood. Thanks for asking!

[@Dominatoruke]

Is there a specific reason why you recommend not using a J-roller to smooth out the veneer?

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Not really. But most people don't know what a J-roller is :-) Whether you use a veneer applicator or a J-roller, both will do a fine job applying the correct pressure to the veneer.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Nice catch :-) But using a roller is definitely ok. You just need to make sure you use enough pressure.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Lumi, in this case we suggest paining the inside of the cabinets before you reface them. If the new doors are a solid color, you should match it. If your new doors are a wood grain, then you should select a paint that matches one of the color tones in the wood pattern. Acrylic paints work best because they are durable.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Applying a pre-cut end panel to the sides of the cabinets eliminated the problem of having to route off the overhang of the end style and gives you a perfectly straight front edge to apply the SAV (self-adhesive veneer) to and is much easier than trying to apply a large piece of the SAV to a cabinet side. Applying SAV to the stiles looks much nicer around the openings than 1/4" veneered plywood. It's very hard to tell that a cabinet has actually been refaced when this method is used.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

It sure can! The adhesive is designed to stick to any smooth, finished surface. As long as the metal is smooth and clean you can spray it with a clear lacquer based top coat and let it dry before you apply the self-adhesive veneer. Be sure to clean the metal well prior to the spray lacquer application.

[@zivkastyles7617]

How do you address refacing cabinets that have rounded edges?

[@cheesecakegoth]

Helpful, thanks.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Yes, the self-adhesive veneer comes in the same colors and stains that you select for your new doors. You can order unfinished veneer, too. An average kitchen can run between $500 and $2000 depending on how elaborate your want to get. :-) Thanks for asking!

[@62diane]

I have trailer cabinets that are peeling. can this veering be done on trailer cabinets.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

We don't usually recommend it if you have "paper veneer wood grained" trailer cabinets. Although, you can if you use 1/4" end panels to cover the old sides first and the old stiles and rails are real solid wood or plywood.

[@delta70]

At the side of my cabinets i have the side of the wood that looks to be just wood as it is on the end. How do i match this wood with the veneer that i will be applying to the front facing and the side facing veneer. Do i have to find a way to match this with a stain to match the veneer or would you recommend a paint close in color?

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

+David Wilson, when you order your veneer and doors you will also order pre-cut end panels for the sides of the cabinets. These panels match the veneer and doors and go on before you veneer the front of the cabinets. I hope that answers your question :-)

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

No. You don't have to sand all the paint or varnish off to get a good bond with the self-adhesive veneer. You DO need to clean them well to remove any oil from cooking and hands. TSP is a good cleaner you can get from your paint store. Let them dry and then lightly sand the surfaces. You can spray a little laquer from a spray can on the places that you may be concerned about to make the adhesion even better. Make sure you let that dry well, too. Thanks for asking!

[@fcinternetmarketing]

Great. Thanks for sharing!

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Thank you, Melanie. We've added "Tools you will need" in the About section.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

It depends. If you used our permanent veneer or another good quality veneer and applied it properly, the answer is yes. If the veneer you have is loose and peeling, then you should remove it and prep the cabinet faces, including spraying them with a light coat of laquer before you apply our self-adhesive veneer. Thanks for asking :-)

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

The new veneer will go right over the old paint. Just make sure they are clean and oil free. Thanks for asking!

[@jdo52]

The veneer above my stove is lifting off at one edge, is there a way to fix this easily?

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

There are several simple solutions for heat and kitchen oil damaged veneer near a stove. Call us and give us more details.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Every kitchen is different. You can find out exactly how much by visiting our web site. Thanks for asking!

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

You are confusing "refinishing" with "refacing" :-) Yes, "refacing" uses matching veneer for the boxes and new replacement doors. Thanks for the comment.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

Every door is custom made to your measurements, so feel free to order any size you require. You will need to order hinges that will work with your new sizes if they are hidden hinges.

[@shamrock4500]

1. instead of having to clean everything in the cupboards, take everything out, what a mess sanding makes.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

There is no need to add any extra adhesive. The self-adhesive veneer is permanent. Just watch the video and follow the instructions. We have thousands of happy DIY customers.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

All our doors are custom. So, all you need to do is measure your existing doors and order them with the self-adhesive veneer for the boxes.

[@mslowpro23]

Can you write a "things you will need" list in your about section?

[@MM0SDK]

i really love the 1980s style of video you have. Even the tape hiss... and cheesy "great jahb [job]" Only kidding. Sorry .. :)

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

There's a story behind that, but we won't go there LOL

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

I'm not sure what you mean about the "high human" contact areas. That is usually the doors and drawer fronts. The actuall box of the cabinet hardly ever gets touched except when cleaning. The latest veneers have the same finish and durability as the doors, which is the same as any high-end kitchen cabinet. Since you are trying to remove the veneer, I'm assuming this job was done with inferior materials. I'm sorry you are stuggling with this.

[@CabinetDoorsDepot]

LOL thanks.

[@davidevans3175]

where are the kittens?