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Thinking about painting your kitchen cabinets, but not sure how much to budget? This guide gives you a helpful starting point for common kitchen cabinet painting projects in San Diego.
Cabinet painting is often a smart option when you like the layout of your kitchen and your existing cabinets are in good condition. Compared to replacing your cabinets, painting can give your kitchen a fresh, updated look at a lower cost and with less downtime.
The prices below are ballpark estimates for cabinets that are in good condition. Your actual price may be higher or lower depending on the number of cabinets, cabinet style, current condition, workspace, color choices, and any additional prep needed.
Every kitchen is a little different, so these numbers are meant to help you plan, not replace a custom estimate. When we visit your home, we’ll review your cabinets, talk through your goals, and provide a clear written estimate based on the actual work needed.
If your cabinets are well-built, in good condition, and you still like the layout of your kitchen, painting is often a more cost-effective option than replacing them.
Cabinet painting can refresh the look of your kitchen without the cost, mess, and longer timeline of a full cabinet replacement.
The prices on this page are designed to give you a realistic starting point for budgeting your kitchen cabinet painting project. They are based on common cabinet layouts, cabinets in good condition, and a standard one-color finish.
Your final estimate may vary depending on the details of your kitchen. Larger kitchens, detailed cabinet doors, heavy wear, existing finish issues, limited workspace, accent colors, or additional prep work may require more time and materials.
Our goal is to make cabinet painting pricing easier to understand before you schedule an estimate, so you can feel more confident about what to expect.
Several factors affect the final cost of a kitchen cabinet painting project, including:
Our cabinet painting pricing includes disassembling the cabinets, setting up an on-site spray booth, scuff-sanding, spraying two coats of a premium-quality finish, sanding between coats, and reassembling the cabinets.
We use an air-assisted airless spray system to help create a smooth, durable finish. One color is included, and an accent color can be added for an additional $400 to $600.
Financing may be available through our lending partner, making it easier to move forward with your project while spreading payments over time.
You can learn more about available financing options and apply directly through our financing partner.
Once you have an idea of the cabinet painting project you’re planning, the next step is to schedule an estimate. We’ll look at your cabinets, review their condition, talk through color options, and explain what the process would look like for your kitchen.
After the walkthrough, you’ll receive a clear written estimate based on your specific cabinets and project goals.
