Cost of replacing kitchen doors
Cost of replacing kitchen doors 2026
Replacing kitchen doors costs on average between €150 for a half-day installation and €3,000 for a large kitchen with twelve doors. During this task, old kitchen fronts are disassembled and new doors are mounted onto your existing cabinet frames. The total costs for new fronts depend on the number of doors, the type of material, and whether you install them yourself or have it done by a professional. In this price guide, you can read exactly what replacing kitchen fronts costs and what you should look out for when making your choice.
Table of Contents
- What does it cost to replace kitchen doors?
- Cost of kitchen doors per material type
- Price-determining factors for replacing kitchen doors
- Extra costs and surcharges when replacing kitchen doors
- How does the professional work when replacing kitchen doors?
- How can you save on replacing kitchen doors?
- Common reasons to replace kitchen doors
- Find the best professional for replacing kitchen doors
- Frequently asked questions about replacing kitchen doors
- Book a professional for kitchen door replacement
- Useful links
What does it cost to replace kitchen doors?
Replacing kitchen doors costs on average €350 to €500 for a full day of installation. For a small job, the professional often charges for a half day, which amounts to €150 to €250. The hourly rate is between €45 and €50 per hour, but most professionals work on a project basis for this task. The costs for replacing kitchen doors include labour and VAT, but the new kitchen fronts are additional.
Installation costs for replacing kitchen doors
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| Half-day installation kitchen door replacement | €150-€250 per project |
| Full-day installation kitchen door replacement | €350-€500 per project |
| Hourly rate professional kitchen door replacement | €45-€50 per hour |
These prices provide a good indication of what you can expect for the installation. Most jobs fall into the half-day or full-day category, depending on the number of doors and the complexity of the installation.
Total costs per kitchen size
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| Small kitchen (approx. 3 cabinets and drawer fronts) | €450-€1,250 per project |
| Medium-sized kitchen (8 doors and appliance panel) | €900-€2,000 per project |
| Large kitchen (12 doors and appliance panel) | €1,000-€3,000 per project |
These amounts include installation and material costs for the new kitchen fronts. For a small kitchen, you mainly pay for the doors themselves, while for a large kitchen, the installation costs make up a larger portion. The costs for new kitchen doors vary greatly per material and finish. The price for replacing kitchen cabinet doors therefore depends not only on the installation time but also on your choice of budget, mid-range or premium fronts.
Cost of kitchen doors per material type
The costs for replacing kitchen doors are mainly determined by the chosen material and finish. Chipboard is the cheapest option, while solid wood or plastic are the priciest. Below you can see what different materials and finishes cost.
| Material | Finish | Price per door | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chipboard | Foil | €15-€30 | Budget kitchens, rental properties |
| MDF | Foil | €25-€45 | Standard kitchens, many colour options |
| MDF | Veneer | €40-€70 | Mid-range kitchens, natural look |
| MDF | High-gloss lacquer | €60-€100 | Modern kitchens, sleek finish |
| Solid wood (oak, beech) | Stained or lacquered | €80-€150 | Country or classic kitchens |
| Plastic | High-gloss | €70-€120 | Modern kitchens, very durable |
Foil kitchen doors are the most affordable, but foil is sensitive to heat and moisture near the stove. High-gloss lacquer offers a sleek look but increases the costs significantly. Veneer sits between foil and lacquer in terms of price and gives a natural wood structure. You calculate the total costs for your kitchen by multiplying the number of doors by the price per door, plus the installation costs.
Price-determining factors for replacing kitchen doors
The costs for replacing kitchen doors vary per situation. The difference lies in the size of your kitchen, the chosen material, the complexity of the installation, and when you have the job performed. Below you can read per factor what influences the costs and why.
Size of the kitchen
The more doors you replace, the higher the total costs. A small kitchen with three cabinets costs €450 to €1,250, a medium-sized kitchen with eight doors €900 to €2,000, and a large kitchen with twelve doors €1,000 to €3,000. The installation time increases from a half day for a small kitchen to a full day for a large kitchen. The number of fronts thus determines both the material costs and the labour duration.
Material of the kitchen fronts
Chipboard with foil is the cheapest option, with doors starting from €15 each. MDF with high-gloss lacquer costs €60 to €100 per door and solid wood goes up to €150 each. More durable materials require more production time and finishing, which increases the costs. A small kitchen with chipboard quickly costs €450 less than the same kitchen with solid wood fronts.
Kitchen system
IKEA kitchens have standard sizes, making fronts easier and cheaper to replace. Custom-made kitchens require custom fronts, which increases the price. With custom work, the professional must work more accurately and the fronts themselves are more expensive because they are specially produced.
Type of hinge
Blind hinges or worn hinges can cause extra work. If hinges need to be replaced during installation, this adds time and material costs. With modern clip-on hinges, replacement is faster than with older, screwed hinges that need to be unscrewed.
Special cabinet shapes
Corner cabinets with rotating mechanisms or pull-out pantry systems are more complex to disassemble and reassemble. The professional must work extra carefully not to damage the mechanism, which takes more time. This increases the costs by an average of half an hour to an hour of extra labour.
Integrated appliance panels
Dishwasher and refrigerator panels require precision work because they must fit the appliance perfectly. These panels are often heavier and have a specific attachment method. Mounting them takes more time than standard cabinet doors, increasing the labour duration by half an hour to an hour.
Complexity of the installation
If drill holes need to be moved or if the cabinet interior needs to be adjusted, this requires extra work. Some old kitchens have drill holes that no longer match the new fronts. The professional must then drill new holes or adjust the cabinet interior, which increases the installation costs.
Urgency versus planned work
Urgent jobs are more expensive because the professional must adjust their schedule. For planned work, the professional can work more efficiently and schedule multiple jobs in one day. An urgency surcharge can amount to €50 to €100 extra.
Weekend versus weekdays
Work in the weekend costs more due to weekend surcharges. Most professionals charge €10 to €20 per hour extra for Saturday work. For a full day of installation, this adds up to €100 to €150 in extra costs.
Region
In large cities, costs are often higher than in rural areas. This is due to higher overhead costs for the professional, such as parking costs and travel time due to traffic. The difference can be up to €50 per day between a large city and a village centre.
Workplace accessibility
If the kitchen is difficult to reach or if the professional must transport material via stairs, this costs extra time. A kitchen on the third floor without a lift requires more effort than a ground-floor kitchen, extending the labour duration by fifteen minutes to half an hour.
Preparation by the customer
A well-prepared workplace saves time. If you clear the kitchen and ensure that old doors are easy to disassemble, the professional can work faster. This saves an average of half an hour of installation time.
Disposal of old fronts
Some professionals offer to take and dispose of old fronts. This takes extra time and can add €25 to €50 to the total costs, depending on the amount of material and the distance to the waste processing facility.
Extra costs and surcharges when replacing kitchen doors
Extra costs are situation-dependent and vary per job. At Zoofy, you do not pay call-out charges.
- Urgency surcharge: For urgent jobs, a surcharge often applies because the professional must adjust their planning.
- Weekend surcharge: Work during the weekend is more expensive than on weekdays.
- New hinges: If existing hinges are worn or not compatible with new fronts, they must be replaced.
- New handles or knobs: These are usually purchased separately and are not always included in the costs for new kitchen doors.
- Dampers: Soft-close dampers for a soft closing effect are optional and cost extra.
- Moving drill holes: When new fronts do not fit on old mountings, adjustment is necessary.
- Cabinet interior adjustments: Sometimes the interior must be adjusted for a proper fit, which increases total costs.
How does the professional work when replacing kitchen doors?
Replacing kitchen doors takes place in six steps, from measuring to final inspection.
- Measuring: The professional accurately measures the existing doors with a tape measure to check if the new fronts fit. This prevents errors in custom work and ensures that costs do not rise due to incorrect sizes.
- Disassembly: The old kitchen doors are removed with a screwdriver. The professional checks the condition of hinges and mounting points to determine if they are reusable.
- Hinge check: Worn or incompatible hinges are replaced. The professional determines if drill holes need to be moved for an optimal fit of the new fronts.
- Mounting new fronts: The new doors are attached with a screwdriver. The professional uses a spirit level for perfect alignment, ensuring all doors hang straight.
- Adjustment: All doors are aligned without gaps. Handles are mounted centred and any soft-close dampers are set for a soft closing effect.
- Final inspection: The professional tests all doors for smooth opening and closing. A small kitchen takes on average four hours, a large kitchen a full working day of eight hours.
How can you save on replacing kitchen doors?
There are several ways to save on the costs for replacing kitchen doors.
- Address damage quickly: Replace a single damaged door instead of all fronts. This prevents small damage from growing into a full replacement.
- Prepare the workplace: Tidy up the kitchen and ensure cabinets are empty. The better the workplace is accessible, the faster the professional is finished and the lower the labour costs.
- Choose weekdays: Do not book in the weekend or with urgency. Booking on weekdays and as planned saves surcharges of €50 to €150.
- Replace only drawer fronts: If the drawer rails are still good, replace only the drawer fronts. This saves complete drawer installation and lowers the costs.
- Choose budget material: MDF or chipboard are high-quality but more affordable than solid wood. This significantly lowers costs without sacrificing functionality.
- Book via Zoofy: You get a fixed rate in advance, without call-out charges and without surprises. You only pay after the job is completed.
Common reasons to replace kitchen doors
Kitchen doors are usually replaced for practical or aesthetic reasons.
Worn hinges
If doors hang crooked or no longer close properly, the hinges are often worn. This leads to gaps between doors and cabinet frames, making the kitchen look untidy. Replacement prevents the hinge mountings in the cabinet interior from being damaged.
Water damage
Base cabinets near the sink often suffer moisture damage due to leaks or splashing water. The material swells and peels off, weakening the structure. This can increase costs because the cabinet interior may also need to be adjusted.
Discolouration due to sunlight
Fronts that stand in direct sunlight for years discolour unevenly. This gives an outdated appearance that is especially noticeable on foil and lacquered fronts. For slight discolouration, having kitchen cabinets painted may suffice instead of complete replacement.
Find the best professional for replacing kitchen doors
An experienced professional prevents installation errors such as crooked hanging doors, gaps between doors, or incorrectly centred handles.
- Craftsmanship and precision: Qualified furniture installation requires experience with hinge adjustment, knowledge of different hinge systems, and precision in aligning fronts.
- No call-out charges: You only pay for the work itself, never extra for the professional coming over.
- Fixed price in advance: You know exactly what the costs are before the job begins, no surprises.
- Book quickly without quote hassle: Reserve a professional directly without long waiting times or comparison stress.
- Payment via QR code after completion: You only pay once the job is finished and you are satisfied.
- Reliable, verified professionals: The affiliated professionals are thoroughly selected for quality and experience.
- Automatic matching: Via Zoofy, you easily find the best professional from your neighbourhood, automatically matched to the nearest available professional.
Frequently asked questions about replacing kitchen doors
What does it cost to replace kitchen fronts?
The total costs for replacing kitchen fronts vary from €450 to €1,250 for a small kitchen up to €1,000 to €3,000 for a large kitchen, including installation. The costs consist of the price of the new fronts and the installation time, which ranges from a half day to a full working day.
Can I replace kitchen doors myself?
With the right tools and experience, self-installation is possible, but a professional ensures accurate alignment and prevents errors. The affiliated professionals have experience with hinge adjustment and different kitchen systems, which prevents crooked hanging doors and gaps.
How long does it take to replace kitchen doors?
A half day of four hours is sufficient for a small kitchen with three cabinets. A large kitchen with twelve doors requires a full working day of eight hours. The installation time depends on the number of fronts and the complexity of the cabinet shapes.
What is cheaper, kitchen wrapping or new fronts?
Wrapping seems cheaper but lasts less long than new fronts. New kitchen fronts offer a better finish and durability, making the investment per year more economical. The costs are higher but deliver a long-lasting result.
Are IKEA kitchen fronts interchangeable with other brands?
This depends on the hinges and sizes. IKEA uses standard sizes making fronts easier to interchange, but other brands may differ. The professional checks compatibility during the measurement.
Does the kitchen need to be cleared during the work?
It is recommended to empty the cabinets for ease of work and to prevent damage to items. A well-prepared workplace saves installation time and lowers labour costs.
Does the kitchen remain usable during the work?
Partially. Water and appliances can usually still be used, but the cabinets are temporarily inaccessible. The professional works per cabinet so that nuisance remains limited.
Can I replace only damaged doors instead of all fronts?
Yes, but take into account colour differences due to ageing of existing fronts. Replacing a single door saves costs but can give a visible difference in shade.
What happens to my old kitchen doors?
You can dispose of them yourself at the recycling centre or ask the professional to take them along, possibly for an additional charge of €25 to €50. Disposal prevents old fronts from taking up space.
How do I maintain new kitchen fronts?
High-gloss requires soft cloths and special cleaning agents, veneer must not get too wet, and solid wood must be treated regularly with oil. Good maintenance extends the lifespan and prevents water damage.
Book a professional for kitchen door replacement
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