There are many websites that claim to provide articles dealing with kitchen cabinet restoration, but end up mixing the ideas and suggestions made with replacement. Let me quickly walk you through the following key points.

What is kitchen cabinet siding?

This is a process by which old cabinets are redone with a new coating such as laminate, thermal foil, or veneer. In most cases, you may need to replace just the doors and drawer fronts. Ideally, the process is easier and faster than a complete kitchen remodel.

In fact, it can be much less than 60% when compared to the cost of buying new cabinets. So, in essence, it’s the most efficient, affordable and hassle-free way to improve the appearance of your kitchen.

Types of coating used

wood veneer

This is a thin slice of wood that is cut from a log using a cutting, stripping, or sawing machine. This is used to give cabinets a fine wood grain. Please note that this material comes in a variety of species. This means that you will need to consult an expert to help you find the best for your kitchen.

laminate

Laminate is mainly made of plastic film or thin sheet made up of resins such as polyethylene and polypropylene. Although cheaper it is, however, strong wear resistant. Also, it performs well in oil heat resistance and can seal heat perfectly.

thermal foil

It is considered to be a new revolutionary wood-like material for cabinets. Sometimes referred to as vinyl or RTF, it has a thick vinyl film permanently bonded to a warp-resistant engineered wood core.

how to face again

Capping involved removing the current paint or varnish, sanding to bare wood or to the color you want. The truth is that this can be a lengthy process, taking days, and can be dangerous, especially if the paint on the cabinet has lead in it.

Once you’re done stripping and sanding, you’ll need to repaint. There are several options to do this.