Cabinet replacement is a significant expense. Between materials, labor, installation, and the follow-on work that often comes with it, a full kitchen cabinet replacement in Pittsburgh can run $10,000 to $25,000 or more. And in many kitchens, the cabinets do not actually need to be replaced. The boxes are solid, the doors hang properly, and the only issue is that the color no longer works.
A cabinet color change addresses that directly. We prep the existing surfaces, apply primer, and finish with paint products rated for cabinet use. The result is a kitchen that reads as new without the cost or disruption of replacement.
We remove all cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and hardware before painting begins. This allows us to spray doors flat in a controlled setting rather than painting around hinges and handles on-site.
Kitchen cabinet surfaces accumulate grease and residue from cooking over time. All surfaces are cleaned and degreased before any sanding or priming begins. This step is not optional—paint applied over grease will not adhere correctly.
Surfaces are sanded to create a profile for the primer to bond to. This is done by hand and with orbital sanders depending on the area.
A coat of primer rated for the cabinet material is applied to all surfaces. Priming is what creates the adhesion layer between the existing surface and the new topcoat.
Cabinet doors and drawer fronts are spray-painted for a finish without brush marks or roller texture. Cabinet boxes are painted on-site. We apply multiple coats with full dry time between each pass.
A protective topcoat goes over the painted surface before doors are rehung and hardware is reinstalled. The topcoat handles day-to-day wear and makes the surface easier to clean.
For homeowners who want a current, low-maintenance look, white, gray, and off-white remain the most requested cabinet colors in Pittsburgh kitchens. They work across a range of countertop materials, backsplash styles, and hardware finishes. These colors also tend to photograph well, which matters for homeowners who are preparing to sell.
We work with Benjamin Moore Advance and Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel for most cabinet color change projects. Both lines are formulated specifically for trim and cabinet surfaces and hold up to the wear and cleaning that kitchen cabinets take on.
Cabinet surfaces take more abuse than almost any other painted surface in a home. They get touched hundreds of times a day, wiped down with cleaning products, and exposed to steam and heat near the stove. Standard wall paint is not the right product for this application.
We use paint and topcoat products formulated for high-contact surfaces. Benjamin Moore Advance and Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel both cure to a hard finish that resists chipping and holds up to regular cleaning. Cabinet doors and drawer fronts are sprayed rather than brushed to produce a factory-style finish without texture or marks.
The shift in a kitchen after a cabinet color change is one of the more noticeable results we deliver. Kitchens that looked dated with orange oak or worn off-white cabinets take on a completely different character after the process.
We have worked on projects ranging from smaller Pittsburgh row homes to larger properties in the suburbs, and the results hold across kitchen sizes and cabinet styles.
Most projects are completed in three to five days. Larger kitchens or those with two-tone finishes may take a day or two longer.
Yes. This is one of the most common requests we get. The process involves cleaning, sanding, and priming before the new color goes on.
No. We work on exterior surfaces, doors, and drawer fronts only. The inside of the cabinets is not part of the process.
We primarily work with Benjamin Moore Advance and Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel, both of which are rated for cabinet and trim surfaces.
In most cases, yes. Bring a chip, a photo, or a paint code and we will work from that.
Yes. Islands are included in the scope of a kitchen color change project and quoted accordingly.
We offer touch-up services for painted cabinets that have taken minor damage. Specific warranty details are provided in your written quote.
Call us today to schedule a walkthrough and get a written quote for your project.
