After they have removed all of the old cabinet doors, installers then sand the face frames. Veneering the inside edges of rails and stiles is a sign of a quality installation. Here the installer applies a rigid thermofoil that matches the new cabinet doors.
Homeowners have their choice of laminates, rigid thermofoils or wood veneer as a refacing material.
Here, Trevor from Kitchen Tune-Up uses a smoothing tool to set the bond on rigid thermofoil. Attention to details ensures a good installation. Careful trimming of the facing material means that edges will be crisp and seams all but invisible in the finished project. The final touch is to install the cabinet doors and drawers and hardware. Most refacing companies also offer countertops and backsplashes.