Due to its function in the home, kitchen cabinet doors are damaged more than any other cabinet. Fat on layers of fat is just one form of damage. Stains, heat warping, water warping, and wood splitting are a few others. Eventually you will want to replace your kitchen cabinet doors.

Usually the damage is not enough to require replacing the entire cabinet system. Replacing the doors often can be enough. If the cabinets are damaged beyond that, they can usually be fixed with some simple resurfacing techniques. However, a kitchen cabinet door may require completely new hardware as part of the veneer.

Wooden kitchen cabinet doors are the most attractive styles, but these days it is not limited to only wooden doors. Still, there are many types of wood that are used in kitchen cabinet door replacement. But if money is a concern, veneers cost less and look just as good. They are extremely easy to maintain. The only downside is that the particle board used to make them can easily warp if the atmosphere isn’t ideal. This means that humidity levels must be at levels that will not harm the wood.

Or you can choose to glue some laminate to the face of your old doors. Formica is the best known type of laminate. It is a thin sheet of synthetic plastic that provides a smooth, shiny surface to your cabinets. It is stronger than wood veneer, but it is more expensive. It’s also just as easy to clean as veneer, usually requiring only a wipe with a damp cloth to clean.

Easily the most expensive way to resurface your kitchen cabinet doors is to use stainless steel. It is a clear sign of elegance and requires professional installation as it means a complete remodel of your kitchen cabinets. It’s a durable surface that will outlast wood, veneer, or laminate, and it’s surprisingly easy to clean.