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You've lived with your cabinets for years and are finally over it! You want new ones. But that might not be in your budget. So you can paint them!
The pros of painting cabinets
Painting cabinet doors takes a little sweat equity, but paint and supplies will generally cost a fraction of what it costs for replacement doors. If your doors are in good condition, painting is a great option.
The cons of painting cabinets
There are drawbacks to consider when painting cabinet doors. Some people experience more sticking when opening cabinets after the doors have been painted. And paint can rub off in areas with more physical contact, like near door pulls and knobs.
Tips for painting cabinet doors
Professionals will tell you that modified oil-based paint will be more durable than latex paint for high-use cabinets. Also consider that the painted cabinets will require time to dry. However, the results will be well worth it. Wood, laminate, and metal cabinets each have unique properties that require the right paint for the job. For example, laminate cabinets will need a special bonding primer treatment before the topcoat of paint is applied. And, if you do it yourself, make sure you clean the doors well with a degreasing spray and sand them before painting.
Maybe your cabinets need more than just a coat of paint. You can replace them:
The pros of replacing cabinet doors
If you choose to replace the cabinet doors, you can do it either through a professional company or by simply ordering the right sized doors online. If you hire a company, it will handle the installation of your new cabinet doors.
The cons of replacing cabinet doors
The most significant barrier to replacing cabinet doors is the price. There are online kitchen cabinet stores where you can buy doors directly. Keep in mind, though, that the cabinets usually come unfinished, which means they will either need to be painted or stained before you can install them. However, if your current doors are in disrepair, replacing them may still be a desirable alternative.
Good luck! I can't wait to see how great they look when you're done!