Refinishing Kitchen Cabinets Pros+Cons

[Patrick Q.]

Hello all,

I am closing on a duplex house hack shortly.

I was going to put in new kitchens in to modernize the look of the place.

But renovation costs have now become a bigger factor/concern than originally anticipated.

I am trying to achieve the same result without the demo, disposal of old cabinets, plastering, tiling, painting and coordination associated with all of the above.

The house is 8 years old and the kitchen cabinets are original and in fairly good condition (just a little dull looking).

I would like a more modern look than the varnished wood finish of the cabinets currently in place.

Question:

Can you guys please provide some feedback on refinishing cabinets as a means to modernize a kitchen (results, things to watch out for, is this a good idea, tips etc...).

Any info you guys have would be greatly appreciated.