Oak & Mason · Kennesaw, GA
Cabinet installation and refacing in Kennesaw, GA gives you two good paths to a new-looking kitchen: replace the cabinets entirely, or keep the existing boxes and reface them with new doors, drawer fronts and veneer. Oak & Mason helps you choose the right path, then installs it with level, plumb, tightly aligned results.
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Replacement or refacing: how to decide
Cabinets are the largest single cost in most kitchens and the element that defines the room. The right choice depends on the condition of the cabinet boxes and whether you want to change the layout.
- Refacing keeps your existing cabinet boxes and replaces the doors, drawer fronts and exposed surfaces. It is a good fit when the boxes are solid, the layout works and you mainly want a new look and new hardware.
- Replacement is the right call when boxes are water-damaged, sagging or poorly built, when you want a different layout, more storage or an island, or when you want better drawer systems and organizers.
- Partial updates such as new doors on selected cabinets or an island in a contrasting finish can refresh a kitchen on a smaller budget.
During the free consultation we open drawers, check the boxes, measure the room and explain which option fits your goals. Sometimes the honest answer is refacing; sometimes a seemingly good set of cabinets has problems that will make refacing a poor investment.
If you are unsure which route to take, ask for both options priced side by side. Seeing refacing and replacement compared line by line, with the same door style and hardware, makes the trade-off concrete. Many homeowners are surprised by how close the numbers can be once layout changes, new drawers and countertop re-templating are counted, and others are surprised by how much refacing saves when the boxes are in excellent shape.
Cabinet styles and finishes
Popular choices for Kennesaw homes include shaker-style doors, which suit both traditional and contemporary kitchens; flat-panel slab doors for a sleek look; and raised-panel doors for classic homes. Finishes range from painted whites and soft grays to deep greens and navy, natural wood stains and two-tone combinations that use one color for the perimeter and another for the island. Hardware is a small detail with a big effect: bar pulls, knobs and cup pulls change the personality of the same door.
| Option | Best for | Things to know |
|---|---|---|
| Stock cabinets | Standard layouts and tighter budgets | Fixed sizes; filler pieces cover gaps |
| Semi-custom | Most remodels | More sizes, finishes and storage options |
| Custom | Unusual spaces and specific design goals | Built to measure with the widest choice |
| Refacing | Sound boxes and a layout you like | New doors, drawer fronts and veneer on existing boxes |
| Painting | Solid boxes and a lighter budget | Needs proper prep and a durable finish |
What good installation looks like
Cabinet installation is precision work. Walls and floors in older homes are rarely perfectly straight, so cabinets must be shimmed, leveled and fastened to studs so doors and drawers align and the weight of stone countertops is supported. Upper cabinets must be secured to blocking or studs, not just drywall. Filler strips and crown molding are fitted to conceal gaps, and toe-kicks are scribed to the floor.
- Layout check. We mark the walls, confirm appliance clearances and verify plumbing and electrical locations before anything is hung.
- Level and plumb. Boxes are leveled in all directions and joined together so face frames line up.
- Door and drawer alignment. Hinges and slides are adjusted so gaps are even.
- Hardware and trim. Pulls, knobs, crown molding and light rail are installed last for a finished look.
- Countertop coordination. Cabinets are set so the countertop templater can measure accurately.
Kitchen storage and layout upgrades
New cabinets are the best chance to rethink how your kitchen functions. Deep drawers beat lower doors for pots and pans. Pull-out trash and recycling, spice pull-outs, tray dividers and corner solutions use space that is wasted in older kitchens. Taller upper cabinets bring storage to the ceiling and eliminate dust-collecting gaps. An island with seating and storage can anchor the room if there is enough clearance. We plan walkways, appliance doors and landing space near the refrigerator, range and sink, so the kitchen works as well as it looks.
Pricing: what changes the number
Cabinet pricing depends on the quality tier, the number of linear feet, door style, finish, hardware, specialty storage and the installation work required. Published Atlanta-metro permit data puts the average kitchen remodel near $74,666, and cabinets are one of the largest shares of that total. Because the range from refacing to full custom is so wide, we give a written price after seeing your kitchen rather than guessing from a chart.
Timeline and lead times
Cabinet projects have two clocks: the time to order and receive cabinets, and the time to install them. Stock cabinets can arrive quickly, while semi-custom and custom orders commonly take several weeks. Refacing has its own fabrication window for doors and veneer. We build the schedule backward from your target finish date so demolition does not begin until the cabinets are confirmed on their way. During installation, the kitchen is typically unusable for several days, so we set up a temporary sink, microwave and coffee area when homeowners need it.
The most helpful thing you can do to keep a cabinet project on schedule is to finalize selections early. Door style, finish, hardware and storage accessories all need to be decided before the order is placed, because changes after production begins are expensive or impossible.
Common cabinet mistakes to avoid
- Ordering before measuring the finished room, including after flooring and wall changes.
- Choosing a layout that blocks the dishwasher, oven or refrigerator doors from opening fully.
- Skimping on drawer hardware, which is the part you use every day.
- Forgetting the countertop template schedule, which can leave a kitchen without counters for longer than planned.
- Mixing finishes and hardware without a plan, which makes a kitchen feel busy rather than designed.
A written scope and a clear selections sheet prevent nearly all of these. If you are unsure about any choice, we bring samples to your home and walk through them with you before any order is placed.
Permits and neighborhoods
Replacing cabinets in the same footprint usually does not need a permit. Moving plumbing, gas lines or electrical, or changing walls, may. We confirm requirements for your address, whether in the City of Kennesaw or unincorporated Cobb County, and check HOA rules if exterior work is involved. We install and reface cabinets across Kennesaw, including areas near Barrett Parkway, Cobb Parkway, Bells Ferry Road and Big Shanty, in ZIP codes 30144 and 30152, and in Marietta, Acworth, Woodstock and Smyrna.
Why homeowners choose Oak & Mason
Oak & Mason is licensed and insured, and our work is backed by a warranty. We give a written scope, protect your home during the work, clean up daily and answer questions the same day. Because we handle cabinets, counters, plumbing and flooring together, your kitchen comes together as one coordinated project instead of a handoff between trades.
If you are planning a full kitchen remodel, cabinets are the first major decision, so we recommend starting the design early. Lead times for custom and semi-custom cabinets can stretch several weeks, and the rest of the project is scheduled around that date.
Verify your contractor before you build
Before you sign anything for Cabinet Installation & Refacing, confirm the contractor’s license. Georgia licenses residential and general contractors through the Georgia Secretary of State, so ask any builder for their license details up front. Oak & Mason is licensed and insured, and we are glad to walk you through how that protects your Cabinet Installation & Refacing project. If you are comparing bids for Cabinet Installation & Refacing, ask each builder for the same written scope so the numbers line up. A clear scope, schedule and payment plan make Cabinet Installation & Refacing far easier to manage. When Cabinet Installation & Refacing is planned well, the finished work feels like it was always part of the home. Call (470) 847-9076 for a free consultation about Cabinet Installation & Refacing.
Frequently asked questions
How much does cabinet refacing save compared to replacement?
Refacing usually costs less than full replacement because the cabinet boxes stay in place and there is no demolition of the layout. The savings depend on your kitchen and the materials chosen, so we compare both options in writing.
How long does cabinet installation take?
Installation of a typical kitchen takes several days once cabinets arrive. Lead time for ordering can take weeks, so we schedule the order early.
Can I keep my existing layout and just change the doors?
Yes. That is exactly what refacing does. It works best when the boxes are in good shape and you like how the kitchen functions.
Do you paint cabinets?
We can recommend painting for sound cabinets with a proper prep and durable finish, or refacing for a more complete update. We explain the difference during your consultation.
Will new cabinets work with my existing countertops?
Usually not. Stone countertops are templated to a specific cabinet layout, so new cabinets typically mean new countertops. If you keep the layout exactly, reuse is sometimes possible but risky.
Do I need a permit for new cabinets?
Replacing cabinets in the same location generally does not require one. Moving plumbing, gas or electrical or altering walls may. We confirm what applies to your address.
What warranty do you provide?
Our work is backed by a warranty, and cabinet manufacturers provide their own product warranties. We explain both in writing.
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