New cabinet doors are one of the quickest changes you can make in the kitchen while still imparting the feeling of a major facelift in one of your favorite rooms. Replacing your kitchen cabinet doors is a simple, more affordable job that carries major benefits.
How Much Does It Cost To Replace Kitchen Cabinets?
Stock kitchen cabinets cost an average of $100–$300 per linear foot, with fully custom options averaging $500–$1,200 per linear foot.* To get a better idea of your potential outlay for full cabinet replacement, note that the average cost of materials and installation ranges from $2,005–$10,873.
Even if you’re up for constructing cabinetry yourself, you’re still looking at a significant expense to get materials shipped to your door, due to their weight and size.
*Cost data in this article sourced from contractor estimates used by Angi.
Can You Just Replace the Cabinet Doors?
You can definitely just replace cabinet doors. If you’re up for a little bit of work with some basic tools, and maybe a spare set of hands to help, you can even do it yourself.
Why Replace Kitchen Cabinet Doors?
If you were to replace a whole set of kitchen wall cabinets, you’d be looking at a major renovation and a major bill to match it. Cabinets often cost from a third to a half of a total kitchen makeover’s budget. Custom cabinetry, designed by professionals to your exact needs, takes both time and money to produce. Demolition of old cabinets requires special care to prevent damage to your countertops and flooring. However, replacement kitchen cabinet doors can be accomplished relatively inexpensively.
Simply replacing the cabinet doors will go a long way toward making your kitchen look revitalized, and it can be a smart investment. But there are a few considerations you’ll have to make first.
- If you opt for replacement cabinet doors, you may want to also replace drawer fronts to match.
- Make sure your cabinets are in good condition. If they’re truly worn out, a full replacement makes the most sense.
- If you currently have custom cabinet work, you’ll likely need to replace old cabinets with new custom work to match your kitchen’s unique cabinet footprint.
Changing Cabinet Doors With Simple Updates
Replacing cabinet doors can be a dramatic change, and even small updates to your cabinets can have a big impact:
- Swapping in new hardware, like handles or decorative pulls, can lend a custom feel to your new cabinet doors.
- Update with glass or plexiglass fronts to give your dishes the chance to shine.
- Use exotic hardwoods to add depth and contrast with interesting textures.
- Move from bright white to stainless steel or brushed copper hardware for added sleekness.
Our Conclusion
A kitchen renovation is one of the most expensive home improvement projects you can do. Replacing your kitchen cabinet doors is a more affordable option that can still make your kitchen feel fresh. You can also consider smaller fixes, like a new coat of paint or changing fixtures, for an updated look with less hassle.