Key takeaways
- Degreasing and the right primer are the key steps.
- Number of doors, condition and chosen finish affect the price.
- Allow curing time before normal use.
The steps of a good job
- Removing doors, drawers and hardware.
- Deep degreasing.
- Light sanding or deglosser to create a bonding surface.
- Repairing small flaws.
- A primer suited to the material (wood, melamine, thermofoil).
- Two coats of a hard-finish paint, with drying between coats.
What affects the price
- The number of doors, drawers and cabinet boxes.
- Surface condition and material type.
- Colour change, especially toward a light shade.
- Application method (brush, roller, spray).
- Replacing hardware.
Common materials
Wood cabinets paint well with the right primer. Melamine and thermofoil need a specific bonding primer. A satin or semi-gloss finish stands up better to frequent cleaning.
How long it takes
The job spreads over several days because of drying between coats. The paint then takes time to cure fully: go easy on the cabinets for the first few weeks.
Frequently asked questions
- Can melamine cabinets be painted?
- Yes, with a bonding primer designed for smooth, non-porous surfaces.
- Do painted cabinets last?
- With good preparation and a hard finish, they hold up well to daily use.
