What to Expect During Your Cabinet Renovation Process

Step 1: Initial Assessment & Design

We start with a thorough in-home consultation where we measure your space, assess your current cabinets, and help you select the perfect design from our extensive collection. We'll bring samples to your home so you can see exactly how your chosen design will look in your lighting.

Step 2: Workshop Preparation

Your cabinet doors and drawer fronts are carefully removed and taken to our workshop for refacing, a process that typically takes 3–4 days. During this time, your kitchen remains functional — you can still cook and use your space normally, though accessing items inside cabinets will be limited.

We begin by removing the old coating, prepping the surface, applying the adhesive, and then adhering the new modern thermofoil using our vacuum press machine.

Step 3: On-Site Preparation

While your doors are being refaced, we prepare your cabinet boxes and frames at your home (office, yacht, hotel, or any commercial building). This involves carefully removing the old coating and prepping all visible surfaces, a process that takes 4–6 hours over 1–2 days. We use dust-free methods and protective coverings to minimize mess and disruption to your daily life.

Step 3: On-Site Application

We apply adhesive to all visible surfaces of the cabinet boxes and attach the same thermofoil, resulting in a perfect color match with your doors and drawer fronts.

Your newly refaced doors are then reinstalled with precision hardware adjustments. This final phase takes 6–8 hours and completes your kitchen transformation.

Step 5: Quality Check & Final Touches

The final step involves a detailed review of our work to ensure it meets your expectations and our high-quality standards. We verify that all doors align properly, hardware functions smoothly, and the finish is flawless throughout.

Your refurbished cabinets come with our 5-year warranty, giving you longstanding confidence in the long-term durability of your investment.

Most Popular Questions Homeowners Ask Before Becoming Our Clients

Can I still use my kitchen during the process?

Yes! While your doors are being refaced in our workshop, your kitchen remains functional for cooking and daily use. You'll have limited access to cabinet contents, but all appliances and countertops remain available.

How long will workers be in my home?

On-site work typically takes 1–2 days with minimal disruption. We treat your space like our own, protecting your floors and furniture, working efficiently, and cleaning up thoroughly each day.

What if you find damage when you remove the old coating?

We'll discuss any issues we discover and provide options before proceeding. Our cabinet refacing team rarely encounters problems, but we always communicate openly about any concerns.

Step 1: Estimation & Planning

Whether locally or nationwide, we start with a comprehensive evaluation of your thermofoil cabinet doors. Send us photos of your damaged thermofoil doors, and we'll provide a detailed estimate within 24 hours. For Chicago-area clients, we offer pickup and delivery services, while nationwide customers can ship doors directly to our workshop.

Step 2: Door Reception & Preparation

Once we receive the cabinet doors and drawer fronts, we carefully delaminate the old coating. The prepared surfaces are then ready for the new rigid thermofoil application. Unlike simple repairs that may fail again, we completely reface each door with fresh Omnova 3D laminate.

Chicagoland area projects typically take 48 hours, while nationwide repairs are completed within 5–7 business days.

Step 3: Professional Refacing Application

Each door receives a complete transformation using our vacuum press technology and premium Omnova 3D laminate. This process creates a permanent, bubble-free bond that's far superior to the original factory application. Your doors will look brand new and perform better than when they were first installed.

Step 4: Quality Assurance & Shipping

Before shipping the refaced cabinet doors back, we perform a thorough quality check. This step guarantees that the doors meet our high standards of workmanship and your expectations. For Chicago-area clients, we offer professional installation services if needed, or you can easily install them yourself.

Common Questions About Thermofoil Repair

When should I consider full door replacement instead of repair?

If your door frames are warped, cracked, or have structural damage beyond surface peeling, replacement may be more cost-effective. We'll assess your doors and recommend the best solution for your situation.

How long will the repair last compared to my original doors?

Our Omnova 3D laminate application is more durable than most original factory finishes. With proper care, your refaced doors will maintain their appearance for a minimum of 10–15 years.

Step 1: Design Selection or Creation

Choose from our extensive catalog of popular door styles, or work with our team to create a custom design. Our CNC machines can produce virtually any configuration, from simple flat panels to intricate raised designs.

Step 2: Precision Cutting & Crafting

Once a design is finalized, we employ our CNC machines to cut and shape each door with exactness. Our experienced craftsmen oversee the process to ensure each piece meets our strict quality standards.

The manufacturing process typically takes 3–4 business days, depending on order complexity.

Step 3: Thermofoil Application

Each door receives our premium Omnova 3D laminate coating applied through our vacuum press process. This creates a flawless, durable finish that resists chips, scratches, and peeling far better than traditional methods.

Step 4: Quality Check & Delivery

Finally, we perform a thorough quality check on each door before it leaves our workshop. We verify dimensions, finish quality, and overall craftsmanship to ensure each piece meets our exacting standards. Plus, your custom doors come with our 5-year warranty and are carefully packaged for safe delivery.

Would cabinet refacing be a better option than new doors?

If your existing doors are in good structural condition, refacing is typically 30-50 percent less expensive and much faster than manufacturing.