Would you replace these kitchen cabinets?

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(I'll try and post a pic if possible.)

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I'm planning on flipping it.

They are real wood and in good condition, but

1985 oak cabinets.

I would install new self closing hinges and paint them.

Appreciate your thoughts and insight.

Jonathan Cronkite · Answer

My decision: I am replacing them.  I figured by the time we prepped them, painted them, changed out the old hinges for soft closing, re hung doors, I might as well replace.  I shopped around and got some wholesale prices on kitchen cabinets.  Thanks for all your input!

Christina Morgan · Answer

As I've learned here on BP, a lot depends on the market and your strategy.  Are you planning to rent it?  Might want to make sure they're durable.  Sell it?  Is the neighborhood more about higher-end-finishes?  Might want to rip them out.  I see a lot of questions get answered with "That all depends..."  Same answer here.  Best of luck!  Also, I would say the quality of your re-furbishing matters a lot as well.  Cabinets that look painted are worse than the old oak look IMHO.  :)

Teri Feeney Styers · Answer

@Jonathan Cronkite I always try to save them if I can. You know they'll look great - and refurbishing is going to cost less. Be green and save some green while you are at it!

Matt Nusbaum · Answer

@Jonathan Cronkite as @Christina Morgan mentioned it depends. What is the end goal and what will the market support? If you plan to flip then do the comps at the price point you want support your decision? If you can keep them and make it work I would say that is your best bet. However, if it is not in line with your desired comps/selling price then replace. Kitchens are of course a top selling point for most buyers so even if you had to spend the extra money it may be worth it.

Jonathan Cronkite · Answer

@Christina Morgan. Thanks!!!  I am planning on flipping and I know we can make them look fantastic.  Both options are lots of work. The price of the cabinets make it costly.  Just wondering what others out there do.

Would you replace these kitchen cabinets?

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