How Much Does Cabinet Refacing Cost in Ontario? A 2026 Guide for Northumberland Homeowners

If your kitchen layout still works but the cabinets are looking tired, here's some good news: you don't necessarily need a full — and expensive — replacement. Cabinet refacing gives you a brand new look for a fraction of the cost. But the first question almost every homeowner asks us is the same one: how much does it actually cost?

Below is an honest breakdown of what homeowners from Port Hope to Kingston can expect to pay for cabinet refacing, what drives the price up or down, and how to tell whether refacing is the smart choice for your kitchen.

What Is Cabinet Refacing?

Cabinet refacing means replacing the doors, drawer fronts, and hardware on your existing cabinet boxes — and applying a matching veneer to the visible frames — without tearing anything out of your kitchen. Your layout stays exactly where it is; the look changes completely.

Most refacing projects are finished in just two to four days, with no demolition and no weeks of living without a kitchen. If you'd like the full walkthrough of what's included, along with our before-and-after gallery, visit our cabinet door refacing service page.

How Much Does Cabinet Refacing Cost in Ontario?

Across Ontario, cabinet refacing typically ranges from about $6,000 to $14,000 for a standard kitchen, depending on size, materials, and finish. Larger kitchens or premium, fully custom door styles can run higher — some firms in the Durham area quote $20,000 or more for bigger, high-end projects.

For comparison, a full custom cabinet replacement in the region typically starts around $35,000 and climbs past $60,000 once you factor in new boxes, countertop and backsplash work, and possible layout changes.

What Affects Your Refacing Price

• Kitchen size — more doors and drawer fronts means more materials and labour.
• Door style and finish — a simple flat slab costs less than an intricate raised-panel or two-tone painted finish.
• Material quality — solid wood, thermofoil, and premium veneers each sit at a different price point.
• Hardware and add-ons — soft-close hinges, pull-out shelves, lazy Susans, and under-cabinet lighting add to the total (but they're far cheaper to add during refacing than later).
• Condition of your existing boxes — if the boxes are solid, refacing is straightforward; if they're damaged, replacement may be the better value.

Is Cabinet Refacing Worth It?

For most homeowners, yes — provided two things are true: your layout already works and your cabinet boxes are still in good condition. If both are the case, refacing delivers the visual payoff of a new kitchen without the cost, mess, or weeks of disruption of a full remodel.

Refacing makes less sense if you want to change your layout, add or move cabinets, or if the boxes themselves are water-damaged or failing. In those situations, a full replacement is usually the wiser long-term investment. Not sure which camp you're in? Our companion guide walks through it in detail: Cabinet Door Refacing vs. Full Kitchen Replacement.

Why Homeowners From Port Hope to Kingston Choose Peter Street

Price matters, but so does who's doing the work. Here's what sets our refacing apart:

• Manufactured in-house in Ontario. Every door and drawer front is custom-made in our own Port Hope workshop — not mass-produced overseas. We control the quality from raw material to finished piece.
• Done in days, not weeks. Most refacing projects are complete in two to four days, with a spotless kitchen when we leave.
• 35+ years, family-owned. We've been serving Ontario families for over three decades, and we treat your home like our own.
• Turnkey service. Design, build, and installation are all handled by our own team — no juggling a dozen trades.
• Our 15% price-match promise. Found a comparable quote for less? Talk to us — we stand behind our value.

We proudly serve homeowners across Port Hope, Cobourg, Pickering, Oshawa, Kingston, and all of Northumberland County.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does cabinet refacing take?

Most refacing projects are completed in two to four days, with minimal disruption to your home.

Will refaced cabinets look as good as new ones?

Yes. We replace every visible surface — doors, drawer fronts, and frame veneer — and manufacture each piece to your exact specifications, so the finished kitchen looks completely new from every angle.

How long do refaced cabinets last?

Quality refaced cabinets typically last well over a decade. Because the durable structure — your existing boxes — stays in place, you're refreshing the parts that show wear while keeping the parts built to last.

Can I add features like soft-close hinges or pull-out shelves?

Absolutely. Refacing is the ideal time to add soft-close hinges, pull-outs, lazy Susans, or under-cabinet lighting, since we're already working in your kitchen.

— Susan & Victoria, Peter Street Cabinetry