It happens on nearly every project. A few days after Cabinet Coverup finishes the job, a neighbor comes over, sees the kitchen, and asks which company did the full renovation — how long was the crew there, did you have to stay somewhere else?
And the homeowner gets to explain: it was refacing. The job took less than a week. The kitchen stayed usable the whole time. The boxes behind the doors are the same ones that have been there for 20 years. The neighbor doesn’t believe them at first. That’s usually when they ask for Jeff’s number.
Why It Looks Like a Full Replacement
The reason a professionally refaced kitchen looks identical to a full replacement is straightforward: what you see when you look at kitchen cabinets IS what gets replaced. The doors. The drawer fronts. The veneer on the face frames. All of it is new solid hardwood, in a style and finish chosen specifically for that kitchen. The hardware is new. The only thing that isn’t new is the structural cabinet box — and since that’s hidden behind the door, no one ever sees it.
What Makes Cabinet Coverup’s Work Look So Complete
Not every refacing job produces this reaction. Quality depends entirely on the materials and precision of the installation. Solid hardwood doors that fit perfectly. Veneer applied cleanly to every face frame. Hardware aligned so doors hang straight. Corners tight. Edges clean. That level of finish is what Jeff Johnson has delivered since 2004 — and why Cabinet Coverup’s work consistently gets mistaken for full replacement.
If you’ve been hesitant about whether refacing would really look as good as replacement — when done right with solid hardwood and professional installation, the answer is yes. Browse the Cabinet Coverup gallery, then request your free in-home quote.
Call (636) 305-6579. Serving St. Louis, Saint Charles, Chesterfield, and Arnold.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can people tell the difference between refaced and new cabinets?
Not when it’s done right. Cabinet Coverup uses solid hardwood materials and professional installation — most guests, neighbors, and family members assume a refaced kitchen has been completely replaced.
What does a professionally refaced kitchen look like?
A professionally refaced kitchen looks like a kitchen with brand-new cabinets — new solid hardwood doors, drawer fronts, visible surfaces, and hardware. Optional crown molding and trim create an even more complete, custom-looking result.
Is the quality of a refaced kitchen as good as new cabinets?
Yes, when done with solid hardwood materials. Cabinet Coverup uses the same quality hardwood for refacing as is used in new custom cabinet doors.