You’ve probably heard the saying, “Putting lipstick on a pig!”—and refinishing your kitchen cabinets is the perfect example of that idiom. In many cases, old cabinetry comes with dings, broken hinges, and malfunctioning drawers. Unfortunately, many house painters or DIY enthusiasts aren’t equipped to fix such problems. They’re often just covering the issues with a fresh coat of paint. This quick fix might look good initially, but over time, those hidden problems resurface.
At Refaceful, we’re a licensed cabinet contractor. We specialize in working on and building cabinetry daily right here locally in Reno! When you choose cabinet refacing, you’re not just getting a cosmetic update—you’re getting a complete solution with all new premium hardware. That door that never closes properly or that drawer that doesn’t glide as smoothly as it once did? Those will be fixed as part of your cabinet refacing project. Unlike a quick paint job, refacing solves the underlying issues and looks better than a refinish.
Why Refinishing Cabinets Isn’t Enough
Refinishing cabinets involves much more than slapping on a fresh coat of paint. Painters or DIYers often overlook the importance of proper prep work. Minimal prep can lead to a quick paint failure—starting in the high-touch areas but eventually affecting the entire cabinet surface. That nice new paint will start to chip, crack, and peel over time (and sometimes, even right away if not properly prepped). Kitchen cabinets require precision, attention to detail, and, above all, the right prep work.
A qualified painter has to strip and sand down every cabinet surface before refinishing. This process takes days and often involves using harsh chemical strippers. The sanding process itself can fill your home with dust, particularly if the room isn’t properly sealed off. After sanding, the refinisher must stain or apply primer, which can take days to dry. And that’s not even the final step—after the primer dries, the surface has to be sanded again before the topcoat finish is applied.
At Refaceful, we believe in taking this painstaking process off your hands. Our finishes are 4-coats thick and prepared in our Reno factory before they ever come into your home. You won’t be asking, “How many coats are left to go before I can use my kitchen again?”—because we guarantee a finish that’s clean, smooth, and durable right from the get-go.
Why Cabinet Refacing is Faster, Cleaner, and Better
Cabinet refacing is a quicker, cleaner process than refinishing. We complete most projects in just a few days. In contrast, refinishing your cabinets can take more than a week, and during that time, you’ll be dealing with the dust and fumes from the sanding and painting process. By the time it’s over, you may wonder if the minor aesthetic upgrade was worth the inconvenience.
When customers say, “But I like my cabinet doors. I want to keep them,” we remind them that sanding down old, often inferior flat-panel doors is more labor-intensive—and ultimately more costly—than just getting new ones. With refacing, you’ll get brand new doors, custom-built with the finest lumber available. You can choose your style, and every door will be equipped with concealed soft-close hinges and new hardware—at no extra charge.
Locally Crafted, Quality Assured
At Refaceful, we take pride in being locally owned and operated, with products made right here in Reno, Nevada. You’re supporting a local business when you work with us, and we appreciate your trust in our expertise.
We believe so strongly in the quality of our work that we offer a Limited Lifetime Warranty on all our products. As long as you own your home, if you ever have any issues with your cabinetry, give us a call, and we’ll take care of it. That’s how confident we are in the products and services we provide.
When it comes to your kitchen cabinets, don’t just put “lipstick on a pig.” Choose Refaceful for a solution that’s built to last.
