# Cabinetry: Revamp Your Space: A Beginner's Guide to Refacing Cabinets vs. Installing New Ones **URL:** \ **Category:** Cabinetry\ **Created:** [August 19, 2025, 7:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068 "2025-08-19T19:48:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 10\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Joyboy03j](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/joyboy03j/32/2900_2.png) [@Joyboy03j](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joyboy03j)\ **Post date:** [August 19, 2025, 7:48pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/1 "2025-08-19T19:48:26Z")
![1000186059](https://renovation-reviews.storage.googleapis.com/original/2X/d/d94f6085609ecfc13acc03542d490077857bcb56.jpeg) Are your kitchen cabinets looking dated? Revamping them can transform your space without a full remodel. Two popular options are refacing and installing new cabinets. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide. Refacing Cabinets Refacing involves replacing cabinet doors and drawer fronts while keeping the existing frame. It’s a cost-effective choice, often 30-50% cheaper than new cabinets. You can update with modern finishes like laminate or wood veneer. It’s ideal if your cabinet structure is solid but the style is outdated. The process takes 3-5 days, with minimal disruption. Installing New Cabinets For a complete overhaul, new cabinets offer custom designs and layouts. This option suits major kitchen redesigns or structural issues. It’s pricier and time-intensive (1-2 weeks), but provides durability and a fresh start. Options include semi-custom or custom units tailored to your needs. Which to Choose? Budget & Time: Refacing saves money and time. Condition: New cabinets are better if the old ones are damaged. Style: New offers more design flexibility. **Consult a professional to assess your cabinets. Either way, you’ll enjoy a revitalized kitchen**. ![1000186054](https://renovation-reviews.storage.googleapis.com/original/2X/e/ed5cff1d9a038efbd2d189f5203a46c0425a4d91.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_michael1/32/6294_2.png) [@Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_Michael1)\ **Post date:** [August 19, 2025, 7:49pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/2 "2025-08-19T19:49:07Z")
Installing new one’s is okay for me ---
**Author:** ![Joyboy03j](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/joyboy03j/32/2900_2.png) [@Joyboy03j](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Joyboy03j)\ **Post date:** [August 19, 2025, 7:54pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/3 "2025-08-19T19:54:30Z")
Both choice are cool, it just depends on the money you’re ready to spend ---
**Author:** ![Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/tim_michael1/32/6294_2.png) [@Tim\_Michael1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Tim_Michael1)\ **Post date:** [August 19, 2025, 8:01pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/4 "2025-08-19T20:01:27Z")
Yeah, may God provide for us ---
**Author:** ![Lexi\_Carter1](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/lexi_carter1/32/2767_2.png) [@Lexi\_Carter1](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Lexi_Carter1)\ **Post date:** [August 19, 2025, 8:03pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/5 "2025-08-19T20:03:42Z")
A begineer’s guide always matters when refacing and installing in renovation ---
**Author:** ![Onyxx](https://home.renovation.reviews/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/o/da6949/32.png) [@Onyxx](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Onyxx)\ **Post date:** [September 9, 2025, 9:17am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/6 "2025-09-09T09:17:16Z")
So stylish and practical — the best combo! ---
**Author:** ![Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/chick-asaw/32/1735_2.png) [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2025, 9:47pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/7 "2025-09-14T21:47:30Z")
You are making point here man ---
**Author:** ![Bright\_Adegoke](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/bright_adegoke/32/6853_2.png) [@Bright\_Adegoke](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Bright_Adegoke)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2025, 9:50pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/8 "2025-09-14T21:50:12Z")
Looking forward to trying this ---
**Author:** ![Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/chick-asaw/32/1735_2.png) [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2025, 4:54am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/9 "2025-09-15T04:54:27Z")
Thanks fir sharing this here ---
**Author:** ![Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/chick-asaw/32/1735_2.png) [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2025, 9:25am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/cabinetry-revamp-your-space-a-beginners-guide-to-refacing-cabinets-vs-installing-new-ones/21068/10 "2025-09-19T09:25:53Z")
You are always making points