Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Cambridge

Cambridge Decorators provide kitchen cabinet painting in Cambridge. A professional respray transforms your kitchen without the cost or disruption of a full refit.

Spray finish: factory-smooth result with no brush marks
Brush finish: suited to period kitchens where hand-applied texture fits the space
All cabinet materials: solid wood, MDF, vinyl-wrapped, and thermofoil
Colour changes, including dark to light
Pre-sale kitchen refreshes

Factory-smooth finish in two to three days. No plumbing, no structural work. We assess your cabinet material first and use the right primer system and specialist kitchen-grade finish that holds.

Call 01223 912776 to arrange a visit and written quote.

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Why Choose Cambridge Decorators

Cabinet Refinishers

Factory-quality finishes on solid wood and MDF doors.

Clear Pricing

Fixed price from the first quote with no unexpected additions.

Fully Insured

Full public liability cover on every job.

Highly Recommended

Most of our work comes from repeat clients and referrals.

What’s Involved in Cabinet Painting

Kitchen cabinet painting is a precision job. The finish is only as good as the preparation underneath it.

Cabinet Type Assessment

We visit and check your cabinet material before recommending an approach. Solid wood, MDF, vinyl-wrapped, and thermofoil each need different preparation and primer systems.

We assess yours first and do not quote blind. For broader interior painting work including dining room painting and living room painting, we handle those alongside cabinet work.

Cleaning and Degreasing

Kitchen surfaces accumulate grease that will prevent paint adhesion if left untreated. Every surface is thoroughly degreased before any sanding begins.

Sanding and Priming

All cabinet surfaces are sanded to provide a key for the primer. A specialist cabinet primer is applied before any finish coats — this stage determines long-term durability.

Shortcutting preparation is the main reason DIY cabinet repaints fail within a year.

Finish Coats

Two full finish coats of specialist cabinet paint, applied by spray or brush depending on the surface and brief. Each coat is inspected before the next goes on.

Reassembly and Final Check

Doors and drawer fronts are rehung, hinges adjusted, and handles refitted. We check everything opens and closes correctly before we leave.

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Cabinet Painting Finish Options

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Spray Finish

The most durable and visually clean result. A fine-mist respray produces a factory-smooth surface with no brush marks and an even sheen across all cabinet faces.

We spray on-site using portable equipment, with all surrounding surfaces and appliances fully protected. Popular with professionals in Trumpington and Impington who want a kitchen that looks genuinely new.

Brush and Roller Finish

Suitable for period kitchens where a slight hand-applied texture is acceptable. Some Cambridge buyers prefer this look in Victorian and Edwardian properties in Romsey and Newnham, where a factory-sprayed finish can feel at odds with the character of the space.

Colour Choices

We work with any colour from any manufacturer. Farrow and Ball and Little Greene are popular in Cambridge kitchens, particularly in period properties.

Dulux Trade provides excellent durability at a lower price point. If you have a specific colour in mind, we can match it precisely.

Cabinet Painting Rather Than Replacement

This is the question most customers are weighing when they contact us.

Cost

A new kitchen in a Cambridge property typically costs between £10,000 and £30,000 once supply, delivery, and installation are factored in.

A professional cabinet painting service for the same kitchen runs from £800 to £2,500. The structural kitchen stays. The look is completely new.

Disruption

A kitchen replacement takes weeks. Cabinet painting takes two to three days. The kitchen is usable each evening — no plumbing work, no electrical work, and no structural alteration.

Quality of Result

When preparation is done correctly and a specialist paint system is used, a repainted kitchen is indistinguishable from a new one in daily use.

The finish is hard, washable, and resistant to knocks and moisture.

Sustainability

Replacing a kitchen sends a significant volume of material to landfill. Repainting extends the useful life of what is already there.

A relevant consideration for many Cambridge buyers who want to minimise waste.

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Kitchen Cabinet Painting Costs in Cambridge

1. Number of Doors

More doors means more surface area, more masking time, and more coats applied. This is the primary driver of cost.

2. Current Finish and Condition

Painted solid wood is the easiest surface. MDF takes more preparation but is straightforward. Vinyl-wrapped or thermofoil doors require a specific bonding primer and extra preparation time.

3. Spray vs Brush Application

Spray finishing takes more setup and masking time but produces the smoothest result. Brush application is faster to set up and equally durable, with a slightly different visual character.

4. Small Kitchen: £800–£1,200

10 to 12 cabinet doors. Victorian terrace in Romsey or Cherry Hinton. Straightforward layout, no island unit.

5. Medium Kitchen: £1,200–£1,800

18 to 24 doors. Edwardian semi or extended terrace, common in Chesterton and Newnham. Wall and base units, possibly a breakfast bar.

6. Large Kitchen: £1,800–£2,500+

30+ doors and island unit. Detached property in Great Shelford or Histon. Larger surface area, often solid wood, frequently spray-finished. Call 01223 912776 for a written quote.

Kitchen Cabinet Painting FAQs

How long does kitchen cabinet painting take?

Most kitchens take two to three working days. A small kitchen with 10 to 12 doors is often completable in two days. A large kitchen with an island unit and 30+ doors may take three to four days. We give you a firm timeline before starting.

Will the finish chip or peel?

Not if the preparation is done correctly. We use specialist cabinet paints formulated for high-use kitchen environments. These are harder and more moisture-resistant than standard emulsion. The degreasing, sanding, and priming stages determine how long the finish lasts.

Can you change the colour from dark to light?

Yes. Going from dark to light requires a tinted primer to ensure full opacity in the finish coats. We routinely carry out colour reversals, including dark navy to soft white and charcoal to sage. We will advise on the number of coats needed to achieve full coverage.

Do you need to remove the cabinet doors?

For a spray finish, yes. Doors and drawer fronts are removed, sprayed on a flat surface, and rehung once fully cured. This produces the most even result. For a brush finish, doors can often be painted in place. We discuss the best approach at the initial visit.

Can you paint vinyl-wrapped or laminate cabinet doors?

Yes, in most cases. Vinyl-wrapped doors require a specialist bonding primer to ensure adhesion. Laminate surfaces are the most demanding but can be successfully painted with the right preparation and primer system. We will advise honestly at the initial visit if we think the finish would not hold long-term.

Is kitchen cabinet painting worth it before selling a Cambridge property?

Yes. A refreshed kitchen is one of the most effective pre-sale improvements in the Cambridge market. At an average house price of £454k, buyers expect the kitchen to look well-maintained. The return on a £1,000 to £2,000 cabinet repaint at this price level is typically significant.

What paints do you use for kitchen cabinets?

We use specialist cabinet and furniture paints formulated for kitchen environments. Typically hard-wearing water-based or alkyd enamel finishes. We work with Farrow and Ball, Little Greene, Zinsser, and Dulux Trade depending on the brief.

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