Change the door style. Keep the cabinet boxes.

When refinishing alone is not enough

Refinishing is ideal when you like the existing door profile. Refacing or redooring is better when the door style feels dated, the doors are damaged, or you want to move from an arched or raised-panel look to a cleaner Shaker profile. The cabinet boxes and general layout stay in place, but the most visible components are replaced.

New doors are measured to the cabinet openings and selected hinge system. Drawer fronts are built to coordinate with the doors. Depending on the project, exposed box surfaces can be finished to match, and new molding, end panels, or trim may be included in the written scope.

This approach avoids removing countertops, flooring, plumbing, and functional cabinet boxes. It also gives homeowners more control over style than a simple color change. Paint-grade HDF is a popular choice for stable painted doors, while select wood options may be appropriate for other finishes.