Cabinet Painting & Built-Ins
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Cabinet Painting & Built-Ins
Cabinet painting sits in a narrow space between painting and finishing. The surfaces are smaller, the details are tighter, and mistakes show quickly. There’s no room to hide rushed work.
We’ve been painting and refinishing cabinets and built-ins for decades, and most of what guides our process comes from seeing what fails early. Heavy finishes. Skipped prep. Trying to move too fast in a space that doesn’t allow it. Cabinet work needs patience.
Working With What’s Already There
Cabinets are already installed, already used, and already worn in specific places. That has to be dealt with before anything else happens.
Surfaces are cleaned thoroughly. Old buildup, grease, and residue are removed. Doors, frames, and boxes are looked at individually because they don’t all wear the same way.
Prep isn’t treated as a single step. It’s adjusted based on condition. That’s what allows the finish to last.
Finish Control Matters More Than Coverage
Cabinet finishes are seen up close and touched every day. Thick application, rushed coats, or poor curing don’t just look wrong. They feel wrong.
We apply finishes with control so doors don’t feel heavy and profiles stay defined. Edges are kept clean. Nothing is pushed just to get through the job faster. When cabinets are done properly, they look finished without looking coated.
Built-Ins Are Finished as Part of the Room
Built-ins aren’t separate pieces. They live in the space.
Shelving, storage units, and integrated cabinetry are finished so they sit naturally within the room. Colors and sheen are chosen to work with surrounding walls, trim, and light, not compete with them.
The goal is for built-ins to feel like they’ve always belonged there.
Working in Active Kitchens and Living Spaces
Most cabinet projects happen while the home is being used.
We plan the work so access stays manageable and disruption stays contained. Doors and components are handled methodically, and the space is kept functional throughout the process.
Cabinet work doesn’t have to shut a home down when it’s planned properly.
Talking Through a Cabinet Project
Cabinet projects start with a close look at condition, layout, and daily use.
From there, the work is planned around preparation, access, and finish requirements. Timing matters more here than almost anywhere else.
To discuss cabinet painting or built-ins, call (303) 717-6820.