Cabinet painting and refinishing
A fraction of the cost of new cabinets, done in about a week. If your boxes are solid and the layout works, painting is the highest-return kitchen project there is.
The process that makes it last
- Remove doors, drawer fronts, and hardware; label everything
- Degrease thoroughly — kitchen grease is why most DIY cabinet paint peels
- Sand and de-gloss all surfaces
- Bonding primer, especially over factory or oil finishes
- Sprayed finish coats in a cabinet-grade enamel for a factory-smooth surface
- Cure time before rehanging, new bumpers, hardware reinstalled or upgraded
Typical cost
| Kitchen size | Typical |
|---|---|
| Small (up to 15 doors) | $1,800 – $3,200 |
| Medium (16 – 30 doors) | $3,000 – $5,500 |
| Large or two-tone with island | $5,000 – $8,500 |
| Add new hardware / soft-close | Quoted separately |
Compare that to $15,000 – $40,000 for new cabinets.
When painting is not the answer
Sagging boxes, water-swollen particleboard, delaminating thermofoil, or a layout you hate. Paint fixes color, not construction or a bad floor plan.
What's included
- Free, no-pressure estimate
- Licensed & fully insured crew
- Cleanup included — we leave it spotless
- Same-day or scheduled service
- Written quote, fair pricing
- 24/7 emergency response
FAQ
How long does cabinet painting take?
Typically 4 to 7 days, most of which is prep, cure, and reassembly rather than spraying.
Will the paint chip?
Not with proper degreasing, a bonding primer, and a sprayed cabinet enamel. Chipping almost always traces back to skipped prep.
Can you paint oak cabinets?
Yes. Oak grain will still show slightly unless we grain-fill, which we can do for an additional cost if you want a fully smooth look.
Related cost guide
Painting Cost in the Twin Cities
Real Twin Cities pricing — what you should expect to pay in 2026.
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