How to change the fronts on the kitchen set with your own hands?

The kitchen is not only the working room of the hostess, but also a place to gather the whole family. Therefore, this room should not only be comfortable and functional, but also bring beauty, comfort and convenience to others. The main part of the furniture is its facade, which catches the eye in the first place, therefore, its appearance must be at the highest level.

Replacing the facade of the kitchen - an affordable way to change the interior

Replacing furniture fronts can be done for several reasons. This may be a kitchen renovation with a change in interior design, wear of materials or the usual desire to refresh the situation in the apartment. Updating kitchen fronts can be done in several ways. In order to determine the appropriate method, you need to approach the assessment of each situation individually, starting from a variety of factors.

Finishing the facades of the kitchen set do-it-yourself rattan for country-style kitchen

The choice of design and method of restoration

Option transformation kitchen after replacing facades and apron in the kitchen

Replacing the entire kitchen unit is a very costly measure, so the restoration of kitchen fronts looks like a rational move, provided that the rest of the furniture is in good condition. There are three main options for replacing facades: taping, painting and replacing the facade plate.

Mainly used polyvinyl chloride film (PVC), which is the easiest way to restore the facades of furniture. The advantages of PVC film are an affordable price, simplicity in sticking and further exploitation, high resistance to temperature and humidity extremes (which is very important for the kitchen), a wide range of colors and ornaments (the option of selecting a pattern for new facades for any kitchen design, from monotonous to imitation marble or wood).

One of the easiest ways to update a kitchen set is to stick a film on the facades.

The option of replacing kitchen fronts is more expensive than film, but in this case the client receives a completely new set, with the exception of his frame (as practice shows, he practically does not wear out during normal operation). The cost of such a restoration depends on the type of material used. The following materials are most commonly used for this technology.

• Chipboard or hardboard. Wood boards have a number of advantages, among which the main thing is the price. Quality products from these materials have good resistance to moisture and temperature extremes. Plates can be covered with film, paint or enamel. The most expensive variant of execution is the covering with a layer of wood, which creates the illusion of a wooden product at an affordable price.
  

  Due to the gloss of laminated chipboard, the kitchen will appear more visually

• Tree. It is carried out from a set of tree species, it looks expensive and noble, it is distinguished by high environmental friendliness. In operation, this material is durable, and may be subjected to subsequent repeated restoration. Among the minuses - the relatively high cost of the material.
  

  Facades from solid wood - an expensive but high-quality and durable option

• Metal. Metal facades are great for modern or high-tech kitchens. They can be made in various colors and designs (frames, showcases, patterns, etc.). Convenient to use (easy to wash, special coating eliminates corrosion), but such kitchen fronts are suitable for a narrow circle of interior designs.
  

  Metal facades for high-tech kitchens

• Plastic. Quite a practical option, widespread in the modern market. It withstands all types of cleaning, temperature and humidity drops, while at the same time it does not lose its external presentability. Decent option for a combination of price and quality.
  

  Replacing kitchen fronts with modern plastic is an excellent solution; this wear-resistant material remains in its original form for a long time.

• Glass. Beautifully look new facades made of glass, which are often decorated with patterns, grooved or tinted. Easily cleaned from contamination and well tolerated by any chemical detergents. Among the shortcomings worth noting the high fragility of the glass.
  

  Glass facades for the kitchen - a combination of external fragility with reliability

• A rock. The most expensive material, but the kitchen facades of stone have no flaws - they are the most durable, have resistance not only to moisture, but also to chemistry, as well as mechanical stress. Have a wide model range which will provide the worthy choice for any kitchen design.
  

  Facade for kitchen from an artificial stone

Kitchen with MDF facades covered with veneer

If the structure of the material of the furniture has a normal state, and only the appearance needs to be changed, the painting option is perfect. Here everything is limited only by the imagination and monetary possibilities of the master, since there are a lot of options with the type of paints and the possibilities of its application in the modern market.

Upgrading an old but sturdy wood headset; dyeing method and table top replacement

For a complete update of the appearance of the facades, it is desirable to replace all the furniture fittings, selecting it for the updated style of the kitchen. With the new handles and loops of headsets will look much better.

Set with bright colors will look good in spacious rooms.

Progress and necessary materials and tools

To replace the facades of the kitchen fit the standard set of tools

In order to inexpensively change the appearance of the kitchen by replacing the kitchen fronts, the home craftsman will need a number of materials and tools, the list of which depends on the chosen restoration technology.

1. Restoration film. When finishing the facades of vinyl film, you will need PVC tape itself, a measuring device (tape measure, ruler), cutting accessories, a roller or a soft sponge, new hinges, handles, closers (accessories).
2. For convenience in the work, it is advisable to place the glued surface in a horizontal position, after removing it from the hinges. Initially, a preliminary preparation should be carried out, which is to give the facade a perfectly flat surface without chipping and roughness. Then the facade should be degreased and allowed to dry well (in some cases up to 24 hours).
   

   Degrease and level the surface

   

   Unstick cut elements from the base

3. Pasting should be done only after careful measurement and cutting of the film blanks. It is recommended for each facade to prepare a film with a margin of size, approximately 20 mm on each side. Self-adhesive must be applied carefully, avoiding bubbles. This will help sponge or construction roller. The last step is the installation of the new facade in place and the installation of new fittings.
   

   Renovated kitchen fronts using film

4. Painting. To paint the facade surfaces, you will need the paint itself and the tool with which it will be applied. It can be a roller, brush or spray.
   

   Restoration of facades by staining and decoupage

5. At the moment, the gradient method of painting is very popular. This method is more expensive, but the aesthetic appearance of the surfaces at the end of the work justifies these cash investments.
6. Preliminary surface preparation also consists in sanding and degreasing the surface. It is also important to prepare the room for painting, covering all the interior elements in order to avoid unwanted paint on them.
   

   Do-it-yourself kitchen facade and frame renovation

7. It is necessary to paint accurately and evenly. It is recommended to process facades with several layers of paint, after drying each previous one. This will give the product not only aesthetics, but also greater resistance to external influences.
   

   Do-it-yourself kitchen facade painting

8. New facade plates. This finishing option can be purchased at furniture stores. In case the kitchen set has non-standard sizes, you can order the product according to the specified sizes. In addition to the plate itself, you will need a screwdriver, screws, a drill, and measuring tools for installation.
   

   Using a Forstner drill, we make holes for the hinges.

   

   Using a screwdriver, fasten a special foot on the headset body

9. First you need to dismantle the old parts. Doing this must be done carefully, in order to damage the frame of the kitchen unit. Using a drill, make holes in the new slab, which should coincide with those that remain on the frame. Using screws, fix the slab to the sidewalls.
   

   Making marks in the center of the facade and making holes through which we fix the handles.

   

   Using a screwdriver, tighten the fasteners on the foot, aligning the design at the desired angle

There is nothing difficult in self-replacement of facades. This work does not require special skills or highly specialized tools. If desired, you can apply to the services of specialists, whose range of services includes all the stages of restoration from design to installation.

View of the kitchen before and after changing facades

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