Yuma County Resident's Guide to Cabinet Refinishing

Cabinet refinishing transforms your existing cabinets by removing the old finish and applying fresh paint or stain, giving you an updated kitchen or bathroom without the cost of full replacement. This process saves you money while letting you choose new colors that match your current style preferences.

Refinishing keeps your current cabinet boxes and updates only the finish. Replacing means removing everything and installing completely new cabinets. Refinishing typically costs 30-50% less than replacement and can be finished in days rather than weeks.

Your existing cabinets might be solid wood construction that's built better than what you'd buy new at the same price. Refinishing works best when your cabinet boxes are still sturdy and you just want to update the appearance. If your cabinets have water damage, broken hinges, or structural problems, replacement might make more sense.

Most cabinet refinishing projects take 3-5 days to complete. The timeline depends on how many cabinets you have and whether you're doing the kitchen, bathrooms, or both. Preparation work takes the most time since proper cleaning and sanding determines how well the new finish holds up.

You'll need to clear out your cabinets before work starts. The refinishing process involves removing cabinet doors, cleaning all surfaces, sanding away the old finish, applying new coats, and letting everything cure properly. Professional cabinet coating services in Yuma County ensure each step is done correctly for lasting results.

Raised panel doors, flat panel doors, and shaker-style cabinets all refinish beautifully. Solid wood cabinets hold paint and stain better than laminate or thermofoil surfaces. Oak, maple, and cherry cabinets are excellent candidates for refinishing since they take finish coatings evenly.

Laminate cabinets can be painted but require special primers and preparation. Thermofoil cabinets (those with vinyl coating) don't refinish well because the coating doesn't bond to the surface. If you're not sure what material your cabinets are made from, we can help you identify them and recommend the best approach.

Cabinet refinishing typically doesn't require permits in Yuma County since you're not changing the structure of your kitchen. The work stays within your existing space and doesn't involve plumbing or electrical modifications. This makes refinishing simpler and faster than renovation projects that need county approval.

If you decide to add new cabinets or move plumbing while refinishing, those changes might need permits. The interior painting and coating work itself doesn't trigger permit requirements. Always check with Yuma County if you're planning structural changes alongside your refinishing project.

At Reyes Coating and Builders, we bring expertise in cabinet refinishing to homeowners throughout Yuma County. Our team understands the preparation and technique needed to create finishes that last. Call us at (928) 323-1769 to discuss your cabinet project and see how refinishing can transform your space.