Average costs: 3 realistic levels
| Level | Price range | Per linear ft | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate refacing | $3,000–$6,500 | $80–$140 | Rigid thermofoil or laminate veneer, new doors and drawer fronts. |
| Wood veneer refacing | $6,500–$12,000 | $140–$240 | Real wood veneer boxes, solid wood doors, new hardware and hinges. |
| Refacing + upgrades | $12,000–$20,000+ | $240–$400 | Refacing plus new countertops, island modifications, organizers. |
Cabinet refacing cost calculator
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Estimated range
$7,000 – $12,000
Average $9,500
Prices in Dayton, OH — get exact quotes
Get Free QuotesCost by element
| Element | Typical range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Doors & drawer fronts | $1,500–$6,000 |
| Veneer for boxes | $1,000–$3,500 |
| Hardware & soft-close hinges | $300–$1,200 |
| Labor | $1,500–$5,000 |
| Optional: new countertops | $2,000–$6,000 |
| vs full cabinet replacement | $15,000–$30,000+ |
Cost by Ohio city
| City | Cabinet refacing range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Dayton | $3,800–$9,500 |
| Cincinnati | $4,300–$11,000 |
| Columbus | $4,500–$11,500 |
| Toledo | $3,600–$9,000 |
| Akron | $3,700–$9,200 |
| Cleveland | $4,000–$10,000 |
Columbus and Cincinnati run 5–15% above Dayton on labor; Toledo and Akron are typically the cheapest metro markets in the state.
How to save
- Reface instead of replace — the core saving: 40–60% for the same visual result.
- Laminate/thermofoil doors cost half of solid wood and hold up well in busy kitchens.
- Reuse your existing layout and boxes; pay only for doors, veneer and hardware.
- Skip crown molding and glass fronts — decorative extras add 10–20%.
- Get quotes from refacing specialists, not just general remodelers — pricing differs a lot.
- Pair refacing with new counters in one contract to save on separate trip charges.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does cabinet refacing cost in 2026?
Cabinet refacing costs $4,000–$10,000 for a typical kitchen in 2026 — about $80–$140 per opening for laminate and $140–$240 for real wood veneer with solid wood doors. Large kitchens with upgrades run $12,000–$20,000.
What is the cabinet refacing cost per door?
Per door or drawer front, refacing runs $80–$240 installed in Ohio, depending on material (thermofoil < wood veneer < solid wood) and finish. A 25–30 opening kitchen lands in the typical $4,000–$10,000 range.
Is it cheaper to reface or replace cabinets?
Refacing is 40–60% cheaper: $4,000–$10,000 versus $15,000–$30,000+ for new semi-custom cabinets installed. Refacing also takes 3–5 days on site instead of weeks and usually saves your countertop.
When is refacing NOT worth it?
When boxes are water-damaged particleboard, the layout needs to change, or you want taller/deeper cabinets. In those cases, replacement is the better investment — see our kitchen remodel cost guide.
How long does cabinet refacing last?
Professional refacing with quality doors and veneer lasts 15–20 years — comparable to new stock cabinets. It also recoups well at resale because buyers read it as a “new kitchen”.
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