CABINET REFACING
IN EAST MOLINE, IL
Same Kitchen, Whole New Feeling
A Fresh Start in a New Place
After relocating from Wisconsin to the Quad Cities, this couple had a clear vision for their new home, and the existing kitchen wasn’t it. Their goal was simple: shed the rustic cabin look of the previous owners and create a space that finally felt like theirs, without the price tag of a full gut remodel.
PROJECT COST
$38,757
TIMELINE
2.5 Weeks
LOCATION
East Moline, IL
“After calling several remodeling businesses, we chose Riverbend Kitchens, and we are so grateful we did. From the moment we met the owner, Matt, we developed an instant rapport. He truly listened to our ideas and thoughtfully suggested refacing our existing cabinets since we weren’t changing the layout. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding. We couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Riverbend Kitchens.”
— Homeowner, East Moline, Illinois
The Kitchen That Didn't Feel Like Home
- Challenge Points
- Dated Aesthetic: The existing cabinet style and finishes reflected a rustic, cabin-inspired look that clashed with the feel the homeowners wanted in their new home.
- Mismatched Identity: Having recently relocated from Wisconsin, the couple needed their new space to reflect a fresh chapter, not a holdover from the last one.
- Cost of a Full Remodel: A complete kitchen renovation would have run upward of $60,000, an investment that was hard to justify when the layout itself was perfectly functional.
- Outdated Surfaces and Fixtures: Beyond the cabinets, the countertops, backsplash, and plumbing fixtures needed updating to bring the whole kitchen into a cohesive, modern look.
The Smarter Path to a Beautiful Kitchen
Rather than tearing out what was working, the team at Riverbend Kitchens recommended cabinet refacing, a process that resurfaces existing cabinet boxes with new material and replaces all doors, drawer fronts, and hardware.
This project went a step further, pairing the refacing with new quartz countertops, a fresh backsplash, and updated plumbing fixtures to create a cohesive transformation. The homeowners chose the wood finish, door style, and materials.
The Details That Make All the Difference
New Doors, Drawer Fronts & Hardware
Replacing every door, drawer front, and hardware piece gave the kitchen a completely new face, without touching the bones that were already doing their job well.
Quartz Countertops
Upgrading to quartz brought a clean, durable surface into the kitchen that ties the whole design together and holds up beautifully to daily life.
Fresh Backsplash
The new backsplash pulls the countertops and cabinetry into a unified look, adding the kind of finished, intentional detail that makes a kitchen feel designed rather than assembled.
Updated Plumbing Fixtures
New fixtures brought the sink area in line with the rest of the refreshed space, proving that the right details, even the small ones, make a room feel complete.
More Project Features
- Cabinet Reskinning: The existing cabinet boxes were wrapped in fresh material, extending their life while completely changing their appearance.
- New Lighting: Additional lighting was installed throughout, brightening the kitchen and making it a more functional, inviting place to spend time.
- Pantry Roll Trays: Custom roll trays were added to the pantry, making everyday items easier to access and bringing a quiet sense of order to the space.
- Additional Outlets: New electrical outlets were added, giving the kitchen the modern functionality it had been missing.
From "Fine" to Genuinely Wonderful
What started as a kitchen that simply did its job became a space the homeowners are proud to cook in, gather in, and call their own. By choosing refacing over a full remodel, they saved significantly while achieving a transformation that looks and feels like an entirely new kitchen.
