FAQs

The Cabinet Bug answers your important questions!

Question: What is refacing?

Answer: Refacing is defined as taking an existing room's current cabinetry framing, covering the stiles and rails with a new laminate, and replacing existing doors and drawers with new ones.

Question: Why would you reface?

Answer:

1. Limited budget
2. Keep current layout
3. Old cabinets are in great condition
4. Timing is minimal

Question: What are the main differences between new and refaced cabinetry?

Answer:

1. Price
2. Timeframe
3. Layout
4. Style
5. Choice

Question: Is refacing durable and long-lasting?

Answer: Yes. The Cabinet Bug deals with a variety of product lines some of which offer life-time warranties on fading, warping, and discoloration.

Question: What are the price differences between new and refaced cabinetry?

Answer: The price range varies upon style, taste, and functionality of an existing kitchen. There is generally a 30-50% price difference based on your choice of a new, refaced kitchen, or a combination of both.

Question: Is refacing affordable?

Answer: Yes. Refacing allows affordability for any budget.

Question: What is the cost of a new kitchen?

Answer: Depends on layout, style, product, and price. There is no limit on change depending on your budget.

Question: How long with the project take?

Answer: This depends on the scope of the project. A start and completion date will be determined after final details are prepared. Refacing usually takes 3-5 days with as little interruption as possible. Custom design is based on your needs and desires.

Question: What areas of the home does The Cabinet Bug specialize in?

Answer: All. To name just a few: kitchens and baths, media rooms and libraries, studies and home offices. walk-in closets and finished basements.

Question: What locations will The Cabinet Bug serve?

Answer: The entire Capital Region including Saratoga County but we will entertain any location depending on the value to you and ourselves.

Question: Does The Cabinet Bug offer free in-home consultations?

Answer: Yes. We will work with you to create a design that fits your lifestyle.

Question: Are references and referrals available upon request?

Answer: Yes. Please also check out The Cabinet Bug website where clients have offered up “in their own words” a testimonial based on past experience.

The Cabinet Bug has answered many of the frequently asked questions regarding refacing and custom kitchens. For more detailed information or a complimentary in-home consultation, please visit our "Contact Us" section and fill out the attached form. We will respond within 24 hours.