If you decide to radically change the appearance of your kitchen, but are very limited in funds, then as an option you can simply replace the kitchen facades. To help you with this process, we will highlight the most popular façade materials and provide details on their installation.
Replacing the kitchen facade is one of the most interesting ways to change the interior
Replacement of facades - review of materials
Replacing kitchen facades will solve the problem of buying a new set - with the help of a new finish you will change the appearance of your kitchen without any problems. This process can be a very budget-friendly way to change a boring interior.
Replacing facades in the kitchen can occur due to damage to the old material, loss of its original appearance, or simply from the desire to change the decor
In general, the replacement of kitchen facades and countertops occurs for various reasons: intensive use, worn surfaces, damage to the kitchen set by active children, multiple traces of steam and splashes, peeling of the plastic base, etc. But in most cases, people are simply driven by a thirst for change. Replacing your kitchen facade can save you from unnecessary costs and turn your kitchen space into a work of art.
The cost of replacing facades is several times lower than a complete change of furniture
In this section, we will take a closer look at the types of facades that you can install with your own hands, and also tell you about the features of caring for each of them.
Chipboard
Coverings made from this material are a budget option. This is a rather capricious material made from wood chips and resins. The environmentally friendly base is considered wear-resistant - according to experts, such a facade, if properly used, can last quite a long time.
Due to the shine of laminated chipboard, the kitchen will visually appear larger
But when purchasing material, you should be wary of unnecessary risks and encounter low-quality products - literally in a year the chipboard may swell or begin to crumble, the protective film may peel off and peel off.
Chipboard is the most budget option for kitchen finishing
Advantages : Relatively low price and a wide range of colors make chipboard facades a desirable purchase. In addition, the material is malleable in processing and resistant to mechanical stress.
Care features : Unpretentious in terms of cleaning. You can use a regular damp sponge and non-aggressive detergents.
Chipboard is an unpretentious material, so caring for it will not be difficult
MDF
MDF facades, in comparison with the same chipboard, can regularly serve as a decoration for a kitchen for 6-7 years (see also the article Kitchen facades made of MDF - let's add some variety). Due to its artificial origin, the material is much lighter than wood and several times cheaper. Such facades hold fasteners much more reliably and do not deform under the influence of various factors (elevated temperatures, mechanical stress, moisture, sunlight).
MDF boards are not afraid of moisture and high temperatures
Advantages : Fungi and microorganisms do not multiply in MDF facades, they are not exposed to high temperatures and high humidity. In general, such designs are ideal for the kitchen - lined with enamel and melanin, they are easy to clean and wash.
Care features : Regular wet cleaning using non-aggressive means will be enough to prevent MDF boards from losing their original appearance.
MDF is lighter and cheaper than solid wood facades, but looks no less impressive
With metal edge
Aluminum profiles have also proven themselves well in furniture production. Aluminum is excellent for creating display cases and furniture elements (in combination with MDF, chipboard and glass).
Metal edge extends the life of the headset
Advantages : Due to the aluminum frame, the structure is highly durable and can last for many years. It does not deform over time and perfectly keeps the hinges in their original condition for decades.
Care features : Aluminum edges can be washed with a sponge and detergent that does not contain abrasive particles.
To clean aluminum edges, you should choose detergents that do not contain abrasive particles.
Glass
Glass facades (or inserts), as a rule, are decorated with all sorts of designs and beautiful patterns (see also the article Glass facades for the kitchen: a combination of external fragility with reliability). Shaded, corrugated and painted, they give cabinetry an unrivaled appearance and will turn even ugly, square cabinets into attractive furniture.
Glass inserts add sophistication to the interior
Advantages : This option is not afraid of greasy drops and steam, and it is not afraid of chemical influences. If you have children, you can order an alternative option - plexiglass. Plexiglas easily withstands mechanical damage and has significantly less weight than natural glass.
Care features : Glass surfaces are washed with cleaning agents that do not leave streaks, and then wiped dry with a dry cloth.
To prevent streaks on the glass, wipe it with a dry cloth.
Advantages of a repair company
- Clients do not need to waste time going to the office and visiting furniture stores;
- Efficiency;
- Cost-effective;
- Completion of work in the shortest possible time;
- Availability of a personal manager;
- Conclusion of an agreement on the spot;
- Providing a guarantee for work performed and materials provided;
- Certified and safe materials.
We offer our clients inexpensive replacement of kitchen facades, on the most favorable terms. Restoring facades in any condition will save furniture and save money on purchasing new furniture. The kitchen set will acquire its original appearance, gloss and shine.
We reproduce the façade using new materials. The updated facades are a restored set. Today, facade replacement is one of the most popular services in the furniture repair market. Managers will provide complete information about the cost of replacing your kitchen facades.
Customers have the opportunity to choose any material from a variety of samples that they like. We provide a huge selection of samples that will suit any renovation and interior design. Specialists will select a kitchen façade to match any style and type of furniture.
We carry out the following types of work:
- Replacement of old hinges, fittings and other elements;
- Restoring gaps;
- Improved design;
- Selection of material;
- Selection by color scheme;
- Replacement of components;
- Carrying out adjustments and tightening;
- Improved fastenings.
Design consultants will take accurate measurements of materials and calculate their cost. During the consultation process, clients are provided with complete and reliable information on the issues of updating and restoring kitchen units. Our customers can choose new fittings, fasteners, furniture handles and other elements that will give their kitchen facades a stunning look and give them new life. Manufactured facades are delivered to the client within a strictly specified time frame and fastened into place by professional assemblers.
Installation of facades in 4 steps
If you have a ready-made frame, changing the kitchen facades with your own hands will not be difficult. Before starting work you will need:
- Decide on color . Choose the shade of the new coating, taking into account the overall interior of the kitchen and the size of the room. The smaller the area of the room, the lighter the tone of the furniture should be.
A set with bright colors will look good in spacious rooms
- Take measurements . You don’t need to do any special calculations; you just need to accurately measure the dimensions of the old facades that fit perfectly with the frame of the headset.
- Order materials . With this point everything is very clear. Order ready-made slabs from the selected material from furniture makers.
In addition to the facades, you can replace the countertop - the kitchen will only benefit from this
- Prepare your tools . To update the headset, you should have a screwdriver, screwdriver, drills, tape measure, and a set of accessories on hand.
You can replace facades in just a day, but you will enjoy the resulting effect for years
When everything you need is at hand, you can begin installation.
| Illustration | Instructions for action |
| Step 1: Drill holes for hinges . Mark with a pen or pencil the locations for future fastenings. Use a Forstner drill to make the holes. If you do not have the required drill, you should agree in advance with the facade manufacturer to create the appropriate holes. |
| Step 2. Fasten the loops . Using a screwdriver, attach a special tab to the wall of the headset case (it comes complete with hinges). |
| Step 3. Secure the handles . Make marks in the center of the facade and make holes along them, then fasten the handles. |
| Step 4: Adjust Elements . Using a screwdriver, tighten the fasteners on the foot, aligning the structure at the desired angle. |
