Refacing kitchen cabinets offers a more cost-effective way of uplifting food preparation areas than buying new units, it has been claimedAngies List, a home improvement website aimed at contractors, told the Denver Post that homeowners can often keep within budget by opting for less pricey alternatives. It noted Refacing consists of installing new cabinet doors and drawer fronts, and covering the exposed frames of the cabinets with new matching wood or plastic veneer.According to the portal, existing layouts and design schemes will remain the same and there is no need for hardware to be removed. Individuals were advised that this kind of kitchen update can be 25 to 30 per cent cheaper than choosing completely new cabinets. Many organisations will calculate the cost of refacing by adding up separate charges for each door or drawer that is worked on, Angies List stated. People with cramped kitchen sink areas may like to consider installing glass-fronted cabinets for making a space appear roomier, interior designer Linda Huffman told News-Press Gazette.