Statewide Remodeling installs new cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and wood veneer on existing cabinet frames for Houston homeowners without removing or replacing the cabinet boxes. The result is a kitchen that looks new in two to four days, at roughly half the cost of full cabinet replacement. We have served the Houston area since 1994 and have completed more than 80,000 home remodeling projects across Texas.

What Cabinet Refacing Involves

Cabinet refacing replaces every visible surface on your cabinets while leaving the structural boxes in place. Here is what the process includes:

• All existing cabinet doors and drawer fronts are removed and discarded
• New solid wood doors and drawer fronts are custom-built to match your opening dimensions and your chosen style, finish, and hardware
• A matching wood veneer is applied to the exposed face frames of each cabinet box, so the frame surfaces match the new doors exactly
• New hinges, drawer slides, and hardware are installed with the new doors and fronts

Because the cabinet boxes stay in place, there is no demolition, no plumbing disruption, and no reconstruction of the surrounding walls or countertop supports. Most Houston kitchen refacing projects are completed in two to four days depending on the number of cabinets.

Cabinet Refacing vs. Cabinet Replacement

Refacing is the right choice when your cabinet boxes are structurally sound. This means no warping, no water damage, no deterioration in the box joints, and you want to keep the existing kitchen layout. If the boxes are in good condition, replacing them adds cost and time without changing the outcome in any way that matters to a buyer looking at the finished kitchen.

Full replacement makes sense when the cabinet boxes are damaged, when you want to change the layout (move an island, add upper cabinets where none exist, reconfigure the corner), or when the cabinet interiors need to change, like different shelf heights, pull-out drawers, interior organizers built into the box structure.

If you are unsure which applies to your kitchen, our in-home estimate includes an assessment of your cabinet box condition at no charge.

Cabinet Refacing vs. Cabinet Refinishing and Painting in Houston

Houston homeowners researching cabinet updates typically encounter three options: refacing, refinishing, and painting. Each involves different work, different costs, and different results. Here is how they compare.

Cabinet Refinishing

Cabinet refinishing strips or sands the existing finish from the cabinet doors and frames, then applies a new stain or topcoat to the original wood surface. The doors and drawer fronts stay in place, with only the surface finish changing. It is typically an affordable option.

The limitation is that refinishing cannot change the door style. If your cabinets have a raised-panel door that looks dated, refinishing produces the same raised-panel door in a different color. It also cannot correct surface damage deeper than the finish layer. Deep scratches, chips into the wood, or worn edges will still be visible after refinishing.

Cabinet Painting

Cabinet painting applies a new coat of paint over the existing door surfaces, typically after light sanding and priming to improve adhesion. Like refinishing, it keeps the existing doors in place and changes only the color. Paint holds up reasonably well on doors that receive light use but can chip, scratch, or peel on high-traffic drawers and door edges over time, particularly in a humid environment like Houston where temperature swings cause wood to expand and contract seasonally.

When Refacing Is the Better Option

Refacing makes more sense than refinishing or painting in three specific situations. First, when the door style itself is dated and a new paint color alone would not modernize the kitchen. Second, when the existing door surfaces are worn enough that refinishing or painting would not produce a clean result without significant prep work that narrows the cost gap. Third, when the homeowner wants new hardware, soft-close hinges, or upgraded drawer slides as part of the project, since refacing replaces all of that as standard while refinishing or painting does not.

Statewide offers kitchen cabinet refacing in Houston with solid wood doors and matching frame veneer. We recommend cabinet refacing as the right balance of value, practicality, and the ability to transform your space for structurally sound cabinet boxes.

Cabinet Refacing Process

1. Free in-home estimate: We visit your kitchen, assess the condition of your cabinet boxes, and discuss door styles, finishes, and hardware options. No charge, no obligation.
2. Written quote: You receive an itemized quote with a fixed price before any work is scheduled.
3. Measurement and fabrication: We measure each cabinet opening precisely and fabricate doors and drawer fronts to fit. Lead time depends on the door style selected.
4. Installation: Our team installs the new doors, drawer fronts, frame veneer, and hardware. Most Houston kitchens are completed in days rather than the weeks you can expect with full cabinet replacement.

Why Houston Homeowners Choose Statewide Remodeling

• In business since 1994, with 30+ years serving Houston and the surrounding metro
• More than 80,000 completed home remodeling projects across Texas
• BBB A+ rated
• Ranked in the Top 500 Remodelers nationally by Qualified Remodeling Magazine
• Financing available: Low monthly payments on qualifying projects
• Custom-measured to fit existing openings, with a range of door styles, finishes, and hardware

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does cabinet refacing cost in Houston, TX?

The cost depends on the number of cabinet doors and drawer fronts, the door style and material selected, and the hardware chosen. Houzz estimates the average range for cabinet refacing nationally at $4,100 to $11,450. Statewide provides a written, itemized quote at no charge after an in-home measurement.

How long does cabinet refacing take?

Most Houston kitchen refacing projects are completed in two to four days. Smaller kitchens with fewer cabinets may be finished in two days. Larger kitchens or projects with custom door styles that require longer fabrication lead times may extend the schedule. We provide a firm installation date at the time of your quote.

Do I need to empty my cabinets before installation?

Yes. Cabinet doors and drawer fronts are removed during installation, so cabinet interiors are accessible. You will need to remove items from any cabinet that is being refaced before the installation date. We recommend removing everything from lower cabinets and any upper cabinets within reach of the work area.

Can all cabinets be refaced?

Cabinets with structurally sound boxes (no warping, swelling, or water damage) are good candidates for refacing. Cabinets with damaged boxes, or cabinets made from particleboard that has swollen or delaminated, may not hold the frame veneer reliably. We assess box condition at the estimate and will tell you if refacing is not a suitable option for any section of your kitchen.

Do you serve areas outside Houston proper?

Yes. We serve the greater Houston metro including Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, The Woodlands, Spring, Pasadena, Baytown, League City, and surrounding communities. Contact us to confirm service availability at your address.