A device, often digital, estimates the expense associated with updating kitchen or bathroom cabinetry by replacing existing doors and drawer fronts, applying new veneer to the cabinet boxes, and potentially adding new hardware. The resulting figure typically reflects material costs, labor fees, and any applicable taxes. For example, inputting the dimensions of a kitchen with 20 cabinet doors and 10 drawers, along with the chosen material quality (e.g., laminate, wood veneer, solid wood), into such a tool can generate an anticipated project expenditure.
Such estimation instruments are valuable for homeowners seeking to refresh the appearance of their existing cabinetry without the significant expense and disruption of a full cabinet replacement. They provide a preliminary understanding of potential project investment, facilitating informed budgetary decisions and comparison shopping among various renovation options. Historically, obtaining cost estimates involved lengthy consultations with contractors; these tools offer a more immediate and accessible means of initial price discovery.
