Most fitted kitchen layouts are determined by the physical size and constraints of the available space. When



the time comes for considering a 'new' kitchen there is usually very little scope for changing the positions of the

cabinets and appliances which are already installed. If a complete replacement is chosen the customer ends

up paying for existing cabinets to be removed (and disposed of in an environmentally acceptable fashion) only

to be replaced by exactly the same size units in exactly the same positions. This obviously makes little sense

both from customer cost, or environmental cost points of view, particularly as most of the wear and tear in a

kitchen is to the surfaces, not the cabinets.

A much better option is to leave the cabinets where they are - if the odd one is damaged it is a simple task to

make a matching replacement - and fit new surfaces (doors drawer fronts, worktops etc). A refurbishment of this

type, for most average size kitchens, can usually be completed in 2-3 days whereas it is not unusual for a

complete replacement to take more than 2 weeks. With skilled kitchen fitters charging '£100's' per day the

resultant savings can be very significant.

Providing that the new doors have hinge holes drilled in the same positions as the doors they replace then

simply changing doors and drawer fronts is a job that literally anyone can undertake and complete in less than

a day. The immediate effect of doing only this is dramatic and is the ideal solution for smartening up before

putting a property up for sale. To add worktops and matching accessories such as Cornice, Pelmet, Plinth and

End Panels obviously takes a little longer and for the best results needs special tools.

A good kitchen refurbishment company will offer a much wider selection of door styles and finishes than are

available from replacement kitchen suppliers. They will have a completely bespoke service i.e. all items will be

made to exactly fit ANY cabinet size, they will also offer a comprehensive range of matching accessories, all

at extremely competitive prices.