Cabinet refacing
Cabinet refacing in Edmonton: new doors on the boxes you keep
Cabinet refacing in Edmonton is a kitchen makeover that swaps out every door and drawer front, wraps the existing boxes in matching veneer, and fits soft-close hinges with new hardware. Cabinet Refinishing Edmonton prices refacing at $6,000 to $15,000, and most projects are done in 3 to 5 days. Counters, plumbing, and layout are left alone, so the kitchen changes character in under a week.
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- Most kitchens in 3 to 5 days
- WCB Alberta coverage
Refacing price tiers
What does kitchen cabinet refacing cost in Edmonton in 2026?
Cabinet refacing in Edmonton costs $6,000 to $15,000 for a whole kitchen. Door count and whether there is an island set the tier, with crown moulding and solid wood doors priced as extras. Refacing lands roughly 40 to 50 percent below new cabinets, which run $15,000 to $35,000 or more.
| What is refaced | Fronts | Price | Days on site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact kitchenGalleys, condos, townhomes | 10 to 20 | $6,000 to $8,000 | 2 to 3 days |
| Mid-size kitchenFull runs of uppers and lowers | 20 to 35 | $8,000 to $11,000 | 3 to 4 days |
| Large kitchenIsland included | 35 to 50+ | $11,000 to $15,000 | 4 to 5 days |
| Crown mouldingAcross the tops of the uppers | Extra | +$800 to $2,000 | Confirmed in writing |
| Solid wood doorsInstead of thermofoil or MDF | Extra | +15 to 25% | Confirmed in writing |
| Replacement cabinetsTear-out and build | Whole kitchen | $15,000 to $35,000+ | About 4 to 8 weeks |
These are the published 2026 Edmonton refacing tiers. Each one covers new doors, drawer fronts, box veneer, soft-close hinges, and hardware. Painting and refinishing tiers sit side by side in the Edmonton cabinet price guide.
Quote my refacingWeigh the options
Refacing vs refinishing vs replacing kitchen cabinets in Edmonton
Cabinet refacing changes a kitchen faster than any other option, because the old doors are swapped instead of stripped and resprayed. Painting and refinishing cost less, though both keep the door profile you have now.
| Option | Whole kitchen | Time | New door shape | Saved against new |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refacing | $6,000 to $15,000 | 3 to 5 days | Yes | About 40 to 50 percent |
| Refinishing | $4,000 to $10,000 | 7 to 10 business days | No | About 60 to 70 percent |
| Painting | $3,000 to $8,000 | 5 to 10 business days | No | About 50 to 70 percent |
| Replacement | $15,000 to $35,000+ | About 4 to 8 weeks | Yes, and a new layout | Nothing saved |
When the current door shape still works, kitchen cabinet refinishing and cabinet painting in Edmonton both cost less. The refinishing vs refacing guide goes deeper.
New and kept
What changes and what stays in an Edmonton kitchen refacing job
Kitchen refacing renews every surface on show and leaves the structure behind it in place. The boxes remain fastened to the walls and floor, so there is no demolition and no re-plumbing.
Parts that arrive new
- Doors and drawer fronts in the style and material you pick.
- Veneer over the visible faces of the boxes, matched to the new fronts.
- Soft-close hinges on each door.
- Pulls and knobs to finish the look.
Parts left in place
- Boxes and shelving, provided they are sound.
- Counters, sink, and appliances, which stay where they sit today.
- Plumbing and wiring, which nobody touches.
Holding on to the boxes is what makes refacing cheaper. A replacement budget covers demolition, new boxes, and installation before the first new door is even hung.
Profiles and materials
Best door styles for cabinet door refacing in Edmonton
Cabinet door refacing in Edmonton offers four profiles: shaker, flat panel, raised panel, and modern slab. Any profile can be made in solid wood, thermofoil, or MDF with a lacquer finish.
| Profile | How it is built | Good choice for |
|---|---|---|
| Shaker | Four-piece square frame surrounding a recessed flat panel | A tidy, understated kitchen that suits most homes |
| Flat panel | Plain centre panel finished with a simple edge | Calming down a fussy arched or cathedral door |
| Raised panel | Centre panel with a shaped, raised profile | Traditional rooms that call for more detail |
| Modern slab | A single flat face with no frame at all | Contemporary kitchens, long pulls, or handleless fronts |
Material moves the price. Thermofoil and lacquered MDF are standard inside the refacing tiers, and solid wood adds 15 to 25 percent. Thermofoil beside a stove or dishwasher can peel, bubble, or yellow after years of heat, so MDF or solid wood is worth considering for those runs.
Crown moulding along the tops of the uppers adds $800 to $2,000. It closes the gap to the ceiling and makes the new fronts look built in.
Is it the right service
Cabinet resurfacing in Edmonton: signs it beats paint
Cabinet resurfacing, the other common name for refacing, beats paint when the boxes are solid and the doors themselves are the trouble. Three signs point that way.
Thermofoil peeling away
Paint only holds on a stable surface. Film that is already bubbling or lifting keeps lifting under a fresh coat, which is why damaged thermofoil is usually refaced instead of painted.
A door profile you cannot stand
Painting and refinishing change the colour, never the shape. An arched or cathedral door stays arched. Short of full replacement, refacing is the one way to trade it for shaker or slab.
Boxes that are still sound
New fronts need something sturdy to hang on. Solid wood boxes in homes built through the 1980s and 1990s usually qualify. If a sink base has swollen or the floor plan must change, read whether refinishing beats buying new before deciding.
Service area
Where to find kitchen cabinet refacing near me in the Edmonton area
Cabinet Refinishing Edmonton quotes kitchen refacing in Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, Leduc, Beaumont, and Fort Saskatchewan. Book a free consultation, or text door photos to 587-855-4920 for a faster price range.
Heritage Valley, The Hamptons, Mill Woods, Glenora, and the rest of the city fall inside the service area. The service areas page lists every community.
Before signing with any refacing company, get the price in writing and confirm the crew is covered. The contractor who completes every job carries WCB Alberta coverage, holds an Edmonton licence, is fully insured, and uses its own in-house crew. A 5-year written workmanship warranty takes effect when each project is finished. Painted finishes for smaller rooms are covered under bathroom vanity painting.
Common questions
Kitchen cabinet refacing FAQ for Edmonton
What price range should I expect for refacing in Edmonton?
Cabinet refacing in Edmonton runs $6,000 to $15,000. Kitchens with 10 to 20 doors come in at $6,000 to $8,000, kitchens with 20 to 35 doors at $8,000 to $11,000, and kitchens with 35 to 50 or more doors plus an island at $11,000 to $15,000.
How many days does a refacing crew need?
Kitchen refacing in Edmonton wraps up in 3 to 5 days on most projects. A 10 to 20 door kitchen can finish in 2 to 3 days, and a large kitchen with an island needs 4 to 5 days.
Do resurfacing and refacing mean different things?
Cabinet resurfacing and cabinet refacing name the same job. Each means new doors and drawer fronts hung on the boxes you already have, with veneer covering the box faces. The written estimate names every new part.
What do crown moulding and solid wood doors add to the price?
Cabinet refacing with crown moulding above the uppers adds $800 to $2,000. Moving from thermofoil or MDF doors to solid wood adds 15 to 25 percent to the refacing price.
How much less than new cabinets does refacing cost?
Cabinet refacing costs roughly 40 to 50 percent less than new cabinets. Edmonton refacing runs $6,000 to $15,000, against $15,000 to $35,000 or more for new cabinets and about 4 to 8 weeks of demolition and construction.
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