Your client wants a new kitchen, but
has a limited budget. You have three
choices: You can tell him it can't be
done; you can sell him the cheapest cabinets
and accessories you can find; or
you can suggest refacing the existing
cabinets.
When you reface cabinets, you cover
all the flat surfaces, including the face
frame, with thin veneer, plastic laminate,
or veneer plywood. Then you
install new doors, hardware, and drawers
(or drawer fronts). You may also make
some minor modifications to the cabinets.
Refacing cabinets can be a good deal
for both the customer and the
contractor. When done, the refaced
cabinets can brighten up a drab kitchen
and often cost less than cabinet replacement.
Reface