How a Pro Can Help You with Cabinet Refacing

There are no two ways about it – cabinet refacing is a big job. Certainly, it is a time and money saver over replacing the entire cabinet setup, but there is still plenty to do. If you think you can do this job yourself, consider whether you are as experienced and knowledgeable as a remodeling contractor. If not, here are a few ways a pro can help.

1. Save time by going straight to the expert.

There are all kinds of educational videos and books on how to do cabinet refacing. They are somewhat helpful to the person who wants to take the time to read all about the job and learn as much as possible. The problem is that certain things are best learned by doing. The time you spend reading the books or watching the videos will not make up for a lack of experience. If, in the end, you wind up getting a pro to finish the job for you, those hours you spent studying will be time you will never get back.

2. Do not worry about having all the tools.

A professional cabinet refacing contractor will have all the tools needed to do the job. These include a miter saw, assorted screwdrivers, a tape measure, a razor knife, a putty knife, sandpaper, a drill and even a touch-up kit. He will also have an assortment of screws, nails and glues to put the cabinet faces back together. You will not have to worry about making special trips to the hardware store to get tools and supplies.

3. Get the right cabinet doors and refacing parts.

Ordering cabinet refacing parts on your own can be a tricky proposition. First, you have to measure precisely to get a good fit for the new cabinet doors. Measuring is not always easy when cabinets have sagged or worn unevenly. Then, you have to know all the parts that are needed to do the job. You have to choose doors, trims, moldings, drawer fronts and other parts. A pro can help you, and all you have to do is to give them the basic style and design you want. They will choose the parts within that style to fit the cabinets.

4. Take apart and reface the cabinets.

The biggest job, of course starts when you actually start taking the cabinets apart. You will have to keep track of each piece, what hardware goes with it, and where it goes. You will have to identify the new cabinet pieces and install them where they belong. In a task that can become very confusing and difficult, a cabinet refacing expert can help you get the result you want.

Shawn Hickman is the Online Marketing Manager for Sears Home Improvements. If you are looking for more information on ">Cabinet Refacing , visit the Sears Home Services website.