Signs Your Cabinets Are Good Candidates for Refacing

Thinking about updating your kitchen but not ready for a full remodel? Cabinet refacing might be the perfect solution—but it’s not right for every kitchen.



At Showcase Kitchens, we specialize in helping homeowners get that “brand new kitchen” feel without the cost, time, and mess of a complete cabinet replacement. The key is knowing whether your existing cabinets are solid enough for a refacing transformation.

Here are the top signs that your cabinets are ideal candidates for refacing—and why this smart alternative might be exactly what your kitchen needs.

1. Your Cabinet Boxes Are Structurally Sound

The number one requirement for cabinet refacing is that the cabinet frames and boxes must be in good shape. No sagging, splitting, or water damage.

If the bones are solid, we can replace the doors, drawer fronts, and apply a fresh veneer—giving you the look of brand-new cabinets without the tear-out.

2. You’re Happy With the Layout

Refacing is perfect if you like the current footprint of your kitchen. It doesn’t involve moving plumbing, walls, or cabinets—it simply upgrades the aesthetic and finish of what’s already there.

Want to change cabinet colors, styles, or hardware? Refacing can handle that. Want to move your island or tear down a wall? You’re looking at a bigger remodel.

3. Your Cabinet Doors Are Outdated—But You Still Have Storage Functionality

If your cabinets function well but the doors are dated, scratched, or mismatched, refacing can offer a complete visual refresh. You get new doors and drawer fronts, new finishes or veneers, and the option to upgrade your hardware or add soft-close features.

It’s a great way to modernize without rebuilding from scratch.

4. You’re Remodeling on a Budget or Tight Timeline

Cabinet refacing can cost 30 to 50 percent less than full replacement and is typically completed in just a few days. If you want impact without the wait—or the construction mess—refacing is a smart, efficient option.

5. You Want to Pair Refacing with Other Upgrades

Refacing works beautifully alongside upgrades like new countertops, updated backsplashes, fresh paint, lighting, or new flooring.

It’s a cost-effective way to stretch your remodeling dollars without compromising on style.

When Refacing Might Not Be the Right Fit

Your cabinets may not be a good candidate for refacing if the boxes are warped, water-damaged, or moldy, if you want to change the layout dramatically, or if you’re planning a full kitchen gut and redesign.

In those cases, a full cabinet replacement may be a better investment—and we can help with that too.

Ready to Transform Your Cabinets?

At Showcase Kitchens, we provide honest assessments, expert craftsmanship, and custom cabinet refacing options that align with your home, goals, and budget. If your cabinets are solid but outdated, refacing might be all you need for a stunning transformation.

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