This is a question that comes up quite frequently and there isn’t a simple answer as it depends on many things. The first being, how old are your existing kitchen cabinets? What kind of shape are they in? Are the cabinets damaged and how dated are they now looking? Are you happy how your kitchen looks? Keep in mind that ... Read More

While you may be someone who thinks Labor Day still marks the end of white as a wearable fashion, there's no question that when speaking of fashionable kitchens, white remains a top contender year-round. Kitchen cabinets in most any shade of white are considered a classic design color, described since the 1920's as being bright, clean and fresh. White cabinets look ... Read More

KNOBS, HANDLES OR FINGER-PULLS.  "OH MY!"   Along with your kitchen cabinet refacing,  door and drawer hardware shouldn't be scary.  However, given the glazed-over look from some customers after uttering those words, you would think I said, "Lions, Tigers or Bears?"  Of course, if you have never seen "The Wizard of Oz", you're now totally confused as to my point about what some ... Read More

People often ask us what to use to clean their granite countertops. Granite countertops purchased from Pacific Kitchens come with a high-performance, stain resistant, 15-year seal, so you'll want to clean the surface without harming the seal. While there are several cleaners, disinfectants, and anti-microbials on the market that are specifically formulated for cleaning granite, using them on YOUR granite countertops may ... Read More

Entertaining today often involves the kitchen as well as the family room. Together, they serve as a casual, all-encompassing entertainment area for family get-togethers, kid's birthday parties and of course, game-day gatherings.  So let me ask you, is your kitchen ready and proudly awaiting your guest’s arrival, or is it screaming for a makeover? Choosing kitchen cabinet refacing, means opening your ... Read More

If you have been considering a kitchen remodel, you may be one of the few who already has a mental picture of what you would like your new kitchen to look like.  Refacing cabinets is a great solution for worn cabinet doors that are beginning to show age with their old cabinet style and colors.  You may be in for ... Read More

Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service Pacific Kitchens Inc., has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of customer service to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2017.  This is the seventh year in a row that Pacific Kitchens has received this honor.  Pacific ... Read More

A warranty with your purchase provides peace of mind, as well as a level of confidence in the quality of a product. It assures the consumer that any additional costs for repairs or replacement will be limited to the conditions of the warranty. More specifically, a warranty covers who to contact, what is covered, length of coverage, the conditions of coverage ... Read More

What lies in-between your countertops and cabinets can dramatically enhance the visual appeal of your kitchen design. While you may choose to extend the granite or quartz used on your countertops to the backsplash area to camouflage where the countertop stops and the wall begins, there are obviously many other choices for your backsplash. For example, various vendors offer an extensive ... Read More

Out with the Old and In with the New!  It’s a New Year and time for New Year resolutions. For most of us, our traditional holiday festivities are nearing the end. We scheduled time to party with friends, family, co-workers, distant relatives, and sometimes even perfect strangers throughout the holiday season, and who can blame us. We indulged in our ... Read More

Anxious to show off your beautiful new kitchen to your friends? How about turning your kitchen island into a wine tasting bar for a festive holiday get-together. Wine connoisseurs and complete novices alike will get a 'taste' of your festive holiday spirit, and an eyeful of your good taste in your newly remodeled kitchen design. First, send or email a ... Read More

When transforming your kitchen cabinets to fit your favorite modern design, something to consider is how to maximize the interior storage space in your drawers and cabinets. Whether dramatically changing or subtly altering the appearance of the cabinets’ exterior, certain design adjustments will customize the interior space for maximum efficiency and functionality, completing the overall transformation. Here are a few ... Read More

The words "Dream Kitchen" elicit a wide range of visual interpretations from traditional to modern contemporary, or something in between. Over the years, our kitchens have become an area for socializing, in addition to serving the function of food storage and food preparation for our families. And in amply-sized modern kitchens, the kitchen table has been replaced with an 'island' which serves a ... Read More

Very often when home owners call our showroom to inquire about refacing they also ask for a ‘ball park’ estimate for what the project will cost. We patiently explain that it is very difficult to quote a range of pricing because each kitchen is unique and the price will differ depending on the size of the kitchen and the materials ... Read More

We often get calls from potential customers who use the word ‘refinishing’ interchangeably with ‘refacing’.  When I get that call, my first objective is to find out what the caller really wants to achieve in their kitchen. Many times customers have cabinetry that is constructed of solid hard woods such as cherry, maple, mahogany, oak, etc. that was custom made ... Read More

When it comes time to remodel your kitchen, your preliminary research may find you a bit confused about the direction to take.  There are companies that specialize in total kitchen remodels (i.e. tear out and build new cabinetry) and companies like Pacific Kitchens that specialize in refacing your cabinets. If your kitchen starts to look dated, worn out or perhaps ... Read More

Primp for Sale – Clear out the clutter (this will help when you move). Add newer bedding and towels.  For higher priced homes, a professional stager can add more contemporary furnishings.  Staging services can vary in price but the median cost is approximately $675.  90% of selling agents and 81% of buying agents said staging increased the price buyers would ... Read More

You face the trickiest balancing act – getting the most for your house and shopping for a new place.  The forces that work against you as a buyer – tight inventory, rising prices - - are in your favor as a seller. Sell First – to remove as many contingencies as possible. If you have to rent for a while, ... Read More

By staying in your existing home, you get to enjoy your home’s growing equity and move thoughtfully about your next moves without feeling market pressure. Scale Your Upgrades. Kitchen and bath remodels are the most popular improvements. You should choose your upgrades based partly on need and also on how long you plan to stay in your home.  If you ... Read More

Whether you are a first time home buyer, staying put, trading up or an empty nester planning to down size, you have a few challenges and advantages unique to your position. Consider the following strategies (from Money Magazine Spring 2016) to max out your purchasing power and settle into the home that suits you. As a first time buyer, your ... Read More

FRESHEN YOUR MICROWAVE. Make the interior easier to wipe down by heating a cup of water and a chopped-up lemon on high until the microwave's window is steamy. Let the bowl sit for 15 minutes before you open the door, and clean away any grime and grease with ease. DE-STINK THE KITCHEN GARBAGE DISPOSAL. Run a few lemon rinds through the disposal and follow ... Read More

We all think our bathroom is the dirtiest place in our home.  However, according to the National Sanitation Foundation International, it is actually our kitchen that is the dirtiest place in our home. Here are the 10 dirtiest spots in the average kitchen, plus expert advice on how to banish germs. Sponges and Dishcloths According to a study by the ... Read More

The San Diego kitchen cabinet refacing specialists have a long history of providing stellar service Pacific Kitchens, Inc. has announced that they have achieved an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. The rating reflects Pacific Kitchen's commitment to customer excellence, and the BBB cites the length of time the business has been operating and its clean history with the ... Read More