The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home and was designed especially for cooking and family gatherings. This space should always be in top-notch condition. However, if you’re not the home’s original owner, you may notice some wear and tear on surfaces and items like the kitchen cabinets that hinders the room’s functionality. Here’s how to tell if your cabinets are in need of a replacement or upgrade.

3 Signs Your Kitchen Cabinets Need an Upgrade

1. Poor Construction 

Cabinets are sometimes made from glue, resin, and other fillers, in addition to wood, to cut production costs. This medium-density fiberboard (MDF) is a weak material that doesn’t always last long. It breaks easily and falls apart over time. Refacing them won’t make a difference—you’ll need newer and stronger material to keep it from happening again.

Regardless of the material used, it’s also possible the original floor plan called for the cabinets to be built in awkward places, affecting functionality. If you find you’re limited on storage space and are lacking the room to move around freely while cooking and opening your cabinets, it’s time for an upgrade. 

2. Extensive Damage 

Whether due to pets or accidental impact, kitchen cabinets can suffer scratches or splintering that cannot be repaired. They could also be affected by water damage, leading to mold growth or rotted and warped cabinetry. 

If you’ve had a pest problem in the past, these creatures could have damaged your cabinets by eating or scratching the wood. Pest waste often leaves behind a permanent odor. Making upgrades now could benefit you if you decide to sell the house down the line.

3. Style Update 

If considering other home remodeling projects, you may need to update your kitchen cabinets to keep them cohesive with the rest of your construction and decor themes. If you’re aiming for a sleeker and more modern style than the home’s original design, it makes sense to upgrade the old cabinetry to match your new vision. You may also prefer a more open concept, which could require rearranging the cabinets entirely.

If your vision for your kitchen includes installing beautiful new cabinets, trust the team at Brincks Construction & Cabinet. These home improvement experts serve residents throughout Lacrosse, WI, Rochester, MN, and Cedar Rapids, IA. They’ve been assisting with custom home construction projects since 1980 and pride themselves on demonstrating the highest quality in craftsmanship and commitment to customer satisfaction. Call (866) 847-3202 to schedule a consultation. Message them online for more information.