| How to Reface Kitchen Cabinets |
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| The steps that need to be taken when refacing kitchen cabinets |
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- The first step is to empty the drawers of all the cabinets as the process of refacing can lead to sawdust, putty spills and stain drips. Mark the drawers so that you know where to place them when putting them back.
- Next, remove the doors and their hinges and screws from the kitchen cabinets. You should also take out the drawers while removing the doors.
- Sand the doors and sides of your kitchen cabinets down to the bare wood to prepare them for the new finishing.
- Fill the screw holes with wood putty and let it dry.
- Decide what sort of finishing you want for the doors. You may paint your cabinets, laminate them and so on.
- Clean your kitchen cabinets before applying the finish. Remove all the dirt and debris from the surface by using a tack cloth. The hardware of your cabinets including the hinges, knobs and pulls will also need to be thoroughly cleaned.
- Add the new finish that you have decided for your kitchen cabinets after sanding and cleaning. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when applying the finish.
- Mark the place where hinges will be placed and the doors will be hung. This will help you while adding screws and hinges for the doors.
- Add new hinges to the frame and use new screws to hang the doors back up. This will give a new look to your kitchen cabinets.
- Put the drawers back into your kitchen cabinets and fill them up.
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| Refacing and refinishing kitchen cabinets is not a very difficult task as some people think. If you have a tight budget and want to change the look of your kitchen, then refacing kitchen cabinets may be the best option. You can develop a new style which is totally different from the current style of your kitchen cabinets. You can also try a new color or give some decorative touches to your kitchen cabinets. New knobs and pulls will also give a different look. |
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| The kitchen is called the ‘heart’ of any home. Therefore, you should spend some time and redesign your kitchen and make it comfortable and beautiful. Refacing kitchen cabinets can help you in doing this. |
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