Cabinet painting is the highest-return update in most kitchens, and the easiest one to do badly. Brushed latex over greasy oak looks fine for a month, then chips around every handle. The difference is process and product.
We remove doors and drawer fronts and spray them off-site or in a controlled area, mask the kitchen, degrease and scuff every surface, prime with a bonding primer, and spray a catalyzed or urethane-modified enamel that cures hard. Hardware and soft-close hinges can be upgraded at the same time.
At a glance
- Typical timeline
- 3–7 days
- Typical investment
- $3,500–$12,000 (≈20–40+ doors)
- Permits
- Not required.
- Contractor
- Z Construction & Remodeling LLC, Auburn, AL
- Service area
- Auburn, Opelika, Smiths Station and Lee County, AL
- Languages
- English and Spanish
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Try the cost estimatorWhat's included
- Door and drawer removal and labeling
- Full kitchen masking and protection
- Degreasing and scuff sanding
- Grain filling on oak (optional)
- Bonding primer
- Sprayed catalyzed enamel finish
- Boxes, face frames and end panels
- Hardware and soft-close hinge upgrades
- Vanities and built-ins
- Reinstallation and adjustment
BeforeAfterDrag to see the difference
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View the galleryWhy homeowners pick us for this
Sprayed, not brushed
No brush marks or roller stipple. The finish looks like it came from the cabinet shop.
Catalyzed enamel
Harder and more chip-resistant than wall paint, and it cleans like a factory finish.
Kitchen back in a week
Most kitchens are fully usable again in 3 to 7 days.
What drives the price
Cabinet painting in the Auburn area usually runs $3,500–$5,500 for a small kitchen, $5,000–$8,000 for an average kitchen, and $7,500–$12,000 for a large kitchen with an island. Replacing the same cabinets often costs four to five times as much.
Number of doors and drawers
We price mostly by the piece. Count doors, drawer fronts and panels for a quick ballpark.
Oak grain
Heavy oak grain shows through paint. Grain filling for a smooth modern look adds labor.
Condition
Water-damaged or delaminating doors need repair or replacement before paint.
Extras
Crown molding, new hardware, soft-close hinges and interiors add to the base price.
No surprises. That's the whole process.
Four steps, clearly communicated, so you always know where your project stands.
Walkthrough
We come to the house, listen to what you want, measure, and talk honestly about what's possible and what it costs.
Written estimate
A clear scope, line-item pricing and a realistic timeline in writing. No vague "we'll see" numbers.
Build
Permits pulled, trades scheduled, site kept clean. You get updates as the work happens, not after.
Final walkthrough
We walk every inch with you, handle the punch list, and don't call it done until you do.
Guides for this project
Frequently asked questions
How long does painted cabinetry last?
With proper degreasing, bonding primer and a catalyzed enamel, many years of daily use. It's a different product than the latex you put on walls.
Can you paint laminate or thermofoil cabinets?
Laminate can often be painted with the right primer. Peeling thermofoil usually can't be painted reliably; we'll tell you honestly.
Can I use my kitchen while you work?
Mostly. The boxes are painted on site with the kitchen masked; doors are finished separately. Expect a few days of limited use.
Tell us about your project
Three quick questions. We reply within one business day, usually the same day.
Our promise, in writing
- A written scope and price before any work starts
- No surprise invoices: changes are agreed in writing first
- Licensed for residential work in Alabama and insured
- Clean site every day, and a walkthrough before we call it done
- A reply within one business day, in English or Spanish
Where we do this work
Ready to start your project?
Tell us what you have in mind. We come out, take a look, and send a clear, written estimate. No pressure, no surprises.