Replacement Cabinet Doors

When my husband and I updated our kitchen we didn't change the configuration, which we liked. What we wanted to do was update our kitchen cabinets, flooring, sink and countertop. We decided to save money by using kitchen cabinet replacement doors. The cabinets in our kitchen were only five years old and in great shape, we just wanted to change the look of the wood.

Using replacement drawers and doors saved us thousands of dollars. It's estimated that the cost of new cabinetry can be 70% of the overall cost of a kitchen remodel. With the money we saved we were able to upgrade to a better quality of granite countertop and buy a bigger stainless steel sink, two things that will really help with the resale value of our home one day.

Today it's easier than ever to find a wide selection of attractive kitchen cabinet replacement doors and drawer fronts at local home centers and online. It's also a great do-it-yourself type of project for any homeowner. You can use replacement kitchen cabinet and drawer fronts in a variety of ways.

Some homeowners chose a different style of replacement kitchen cabinet, but one that is the same type of wood as their old cabinets. This way they don't have to worry about matching the cabinet boxes. Some find it easier and like the look of painted cabinet boxes and added contrasting cabinet doors and drawer fronts.

For a look of a truly high end custom cabinet job you can buy a matching pressure sensitive veneer that you can cover old cabinet boxes with that are a perfect match for the new cabinets. Then you can add a variety of moldings and valances, fillers and end panels to complete a custom kitchen look. You'll also find a variety of specialty doors, some with glass panels to give you a custom kitchen look.

You'll be able to select from many different styles of cabinetry doors and drawers, raised panel, flat panel, edge profile and panel profile. You'll have a wide selection of woods to choose from, maple, hickory, cherry, oak and more.

If you are considering any type of kitchen cabinet replacement after you get a quote for having professionals do the job investigate using kitchen cabinet replacement doors and consider doing the job yourself. It may take two, three or four days depending on the size of the kitchen, but it can translate into $3000, $5000 or even $7000 in savings for you and your family.