Countertop first or cabinet refacing first

10/16/2014

Very often we have clients asking if they should install the countertop first or reface the cabinet first.

My answer is always countertop first. In fact, a better answer would be countertop demolition first.

Many countertop edging (especially tile bullnose), cover certain portion of the cabinet. When the carpenters reface the cabinet, they can only reface what they can see. In other word, they cannot reface the portion of the cabinet that the countertop edging covers.

As a result, when the tile countertop was eventually torn, the raw edge exposed. There are still tricks to cover the old marks, such as installing a wood trim. However, it would not be the best way to showcase your spanking new granite, marble, quartz, or in this case onyx countertop.

The lesson learn is to always reface without the old countertop. If you can only afford one project at a time, change the countertop first.

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10/14/2022 08:14:01 pm

Thanks for helping me understand that cabinet refacing will be done only on parts that are visible. With that in mind, I should really get the countertop removed first when I hire contractors to help me with my kitchen cabinets to fully work on all the parts of the material. Doing so will ensure that my kitchen will have long-lasting components which I can pass down to my child in the future when my time comes.

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2/14/2023 06:00:19 am

I want to remodel my kitchen, but I'm not sure how to change the cabinetry. It makes sense that I would want to get a professional to help me out with this. That seems like a good way to ensure that it gets installed correctly.

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3/13/2023 07:56:26 pm

Great article! As someone who's undergone a kitchen renovation, I can attest to the importance of considering the order in which tasks are completed. The advice on whether to start with the countertops or cabinet refacing first is particularly helpful as it can affect the timeline and cost of the entire project. The clear explanation of the pros and cons of each approach makes it easier for homeowners to make an informed decision based on their specific needs and priorities. Overall, this article is a must-read for anyone planning a kitchen renovation and looking for guidance on how to tackle the project in the most efficient and effective way possible.

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