As most home design professionals know, one of the most common requests is to turn a customer’s dream into reality. However, in the case of an average 15″×18″ kitchen, when the dream becomes the total of its parts and the cost is calculated, reality may slightly alter the vision.

Enter the kitchen professional to face his daily challenge. Magazines are flipped open and the customer asks, “Can you make my kitchen look like this?” He answers, “Sure we can!”

Customers’ requests can almost always be accommodated. An “all-new” kitchen, complete with cabinetry, countertops, an island and some great new storage solutions to make the most of the space are the most common requests. But when budget is a consideration, thoughts turn to a sometimes overlooked or not completely understood solution – refacing. This simple, efficient process can save homeowners a ton of money – up to 50% the cost of all new cabinetry – while achieving the look homeowners yearn for.

While all-new products may be the solution for you, many homeowners who are keeping the layout of their existing kitchen intact and whose cabinets are sturdy have an exciting realization when presented with the idea of refacing: “Why would we rip out perfectly good cabinets when we can reface them?” Refacing will completely and permanently transform their existing cabinets, while saving enough to upgrade to the finest countertop, build in additional cabinets and add decorative accessories – all of the bells and whistles they’ve envisioned for a designer kitchen.

Countertop Tip::

Many homeowners ask about granite countertops, but have not considered the equally beautiful, but more affordable option, of today’s solid surface countertops. Well-known brands come in a rainbow of hues, from churning swirls of earthtones, creamy taupes and burnt browns. These countertops boast the same upscale look as stone countertops, without the maintenance and natural defects of natural stone surfaces such as granite. Solid surfaces countertops are non-porous, renewable, easy to repair, resistant to stains and easy to clean. Their colour and pattern is generally consistent throughout, and cannot wear away. It is the perfect kitchen countertop material, designed to withstand a lifetime of use.

This article was provided by KitchenMagic. Visit www.kitchenmagic.com to learn about the permanent, patented Kitchen Magic refacing system, which offers customers a warranty on their cabinets for as long as they own their home. Other services include custom cabinetry design, a wide range of Corian and other brand name countertop installation and much more. Call (866) 716-4461 for a free estimate today.