subject: Do It Yourself Advice For Kitchen Cabinets [print this page] Kitchen cabinets are an important component of any kitchen. They provide individuals with the ability to put things away and store them conveniently. Yet, they do get used quite a bit and this often ends up causing a number of problems over time. A properly installed, quality constructed set of cabinets should last 20 or more years. However, if you fail to maintain them, they will not provide the best long term results.
One of the biggest factors people have with kitchen cabinets is keeping them clean. Follow any manufacturer's advice on cleaning cabinets. Usually, mild soap will work well to clean most debris. You may also want to consider a nonabrasive cleaner for any areas where there is grease build up.
Repairing drawers is another area that many homeowners need to tackle with their cabinets. It is usually a good idea to remove the drawer and replace any broken wooden pieces that may be contributing to the problem. You may also want to use a wood glue to replace any broken parts.
Cabinetry is usually held in place by nails and screws. If you find that the cabinets themselves are loose from the wall, remove them and re-anchor them into the wall. Even the slightest shift of the home can cause this to happen.
With kitchen cabinets that need a bit of sprucing up, consider one of the many projects that do it yourselfers can do to accomplish this. Stenciling is an option to add character to the home's cabinets. You could also repaint or re-stain them. If you do not want to change the color, simply replace the hardware. This gives you a great finished look without spending a lot of money.
