New doors
Change the main style people notice first.
Drake Cabinet · Cabinet Refacing
Make the kitchen look new without replacing every cabinet.
New doors, drawer fronts, matched cabinet surfaces, hardware, and finish details while the layout that already works stays in place. Proudly serving kitchens in Beverly, Andover, and communities across the North Shore and Merrimack Valley.
Less tear-out
New visible finish
Cleaner project path
Refacing at a glance
What is cabinet refacing?
Cabinet refacing updates the visible parts of existing cabinets while keeping structurally sound cabinet boxes and a layout that still works. Drake Cabinet can install new doors and drawer fronts, match exposed cabinet surfaces, update hardware, and complete the finish so the kitchen gets a substantial visual refresh without a full cabinet tear-out.
Explore cabinet door styles →Drawer fronts
Match the doors for a clean, complete look.
Matched surfaces
Finish visible frames and cabinet faces together.
Hardware
Use pulls, handles, and hinges to complete the update.
Refacing vs. Redooring
What is the difference between cabinet refacing and cabinet redooring?
Cabinet redooring primarily replaces the cabinet doors and drawer fronts, while cabinet refacing also coordinates the visible cabinet exterior surfaces around those new fronts. Both approaches can retain suitable cabinet boxes and the existing layout; the right choice depends on cabinet condition and how complete a visual change the homeowner wants.
Explore the Cabinet Redooring page →Coordinated exterior refresh
Usually changes doors, drawer fronts, visible cabinet faces or exterior surfaces, finish details, and selected hardware while suitable boxes and layout remain.
Focused front replacement
Primarily changes doors and drawer fronts while the cabinet boxes and more of the existing visible cabinet surfaces remain, when their condition supports that approach.
Why homeowners choose refacing
A smart upgrade when the kitchen needs a new face.
Less mess
A cleaner project path with less unnecessary tear-out for homes in Ipswich and Rowley.
Big visible change
Doors, fronts, surfaces, and hardware create the look people notice, from Essex to Wenham.
Better use of budget
Put more of the project toward the parts seen every day in Hamilton and Georgetown kitchens.
Project look
Details that make the kitchen feel finished.
Recent refacing work spans Newbury, Newburyport, and Boxford kitchens.
Finished kitchen feel
Door style
Hardware detail
Matched surfaces
Clean finishFit check
Can my existing cabinets be refaced?
Cabinet refacing may be suitable when the cabinet boxes are structurally sound, the existing layout still works for daily use, and the main goal is a visible style update. Cabinets with significant damage, moisture-related structural problems, or a layout that no longer functions well may need repair, custom cabinetry, or a broader remodeling solution instead.
See when custom or new cabinets make more sense →The cabinet boxes are still solid.
The structure is worth keeping.
The kitchen layout works for daily use.
The issue is mainly the look and finish.
You want a cleaner project.
Less disruption than a full cabinet replacement.
Decision answers
The questions that decide whether refacing fits.
Each answer starts with the practical decision point first, then adds the conditions that can change the recommendation. Pricing and timing stay project-specific instead of using one-size-fits-all claims.
How long does cabinet refacing take?
Most Drake Cabinet refacing projects are completed on site in about 1–4 days, depending on kitchen size, cabinet count, selected materials, preparation, and any added work. The exact schedule is confirmed after the kitchen is reviewed so the homeowner knows what to expect before installation begins.
How much does cabinet refacing cost?
Refacing cost varies because each kitchen has a different number of doors and drawers, finish choices, hardware, surface condition, and optional upgrades. Drake Cabinet provides a free estimate after reviewing the kitchen and project goals instead of using one price that may not match the actual scope.
Is refacing cheaper than replacing cabinets?
Refacing can cost less than full cabinet replacement when the existing boxes and layout are worth keeping because the project avoids replacing parts that still work. The exact difference depends on the kitchen and selected materials, so the best comparison comes from reviewing the actual cabinet condition and project scope.
When is cabinet refacing not recommended?
Refacing is usually not the right fit when cabinet boxes are weak or significantly damaged, moisture has affected the structure, or the existing layout no longer works for the household. In those cases, repairing specific sections or moving to new cabinets may solve problems that a surface-focused update cannot.
Is cabinet refacing durable?
Durability depends on the selected door and surface materials, preparation, installation quality, care, and normal kitchen use. During the estimate and selection process, the specific materials can be reviewed so the homeowner understands the expected care and performance before choosing the final refacing system.
How should I prepare for cabinet refacing?
Before installation, Drake Cabinet can confirm what needs to be cleared for the specific kitchen. Homeowners should plan to keep counters and the areas directly in front of the cabinets accessible, protect personal items nearby, and follow any project-specific instructions provided before the crew arrives.
Simple process
How does cabinet refacing work?
Cabinet refacing starts with a review of the cabinet boxes, layout, and project goals before any new fronts are installed. Drake Cabinet then confirms the door style, finish, and hardware, prepares the visible cabinet surfaces, installs the new doors and drawer fronts, and completes the coordinated finishing details.
Start with a cabinet review and free estimate →Review
Check the cabinet boxes, layout, and goals.
Choose
Select door style, finish, and hardware.
Prepare
Prep the visible cabinet surfaces.
Install
Add the new fronts and final details.
Focused refacing FAQs
Quick answers before you choose.
These FAQs support the main Answer Units above. They stay focused on Cabinet Refacing and link to the correct page when a comparison belongs elsewhere.
Yes. Drake Cabinet refacing can include new cabinet doors, new drawer fronts, matched visible cabinet surfaces, hardware, and finish details while the existing cabinet boxes and layout remain when they are suitable to keep.
Yes. Door style, finish, and hardware are selected before the visible cabinet surfaces are prepared and the new fronts are installed.
No. Cabinet redooring focuses on replacing doors and drawer fronts, while cabinet refacing also addresses the visible cabinet faces or exterior surfaces so the new fronts and the retained cabinet structure have a coordinated finished look. Compare Cabinet Refacing and Redooring →
No. Painting or refinishing changes the existing finish or color. Cabinet refacing changes the visible cabinet fronts and can include new doors, drawer fronts, matched exterior surfaces, and hardware. Use the Services page to compare the active Drake Cabinet service options. Compare Drake Cabinet service options →
Request a free estimate or share kitchen photos so Drake Cabinet can review the existing cabinet setup, layout, and project goals before recommending the next step. Request a free estimate →
Find out if refacing fits your kitchen.
Request a free cabinet review and estimate from Drake Cabinet. We will look at the condition of the cabinet boxes, the existing layout, and the result you want, then explain whether refacing or another cabinet option makes more sense for the project.