Cabinet Painting in Mount Vernon, MI

Transform Your Kitchen Without the Renovation Chaos

Get the updated kitchen you want in days, not months, for a fraction of replacement costs.

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Mount Vernon Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing

Your Kitchen, Completely Transformed in One Week

Picture walking into your kitchen next week and barely recognizing it. The same cabinets you’ve been staring at for years now look like they came straight from a high-end showroom. The color is exactly what you envisioned, the finish is smooth and professional, and every door closes with that satisfying click of quality work.

That’s what happens when cabinet painting is done right. You get all the visual impact of a kitchen remodel without the months of disruption, the dust, or the massive expense. Your countertops stay, your layout stays, your appliances stay—but everything feels completely new.

The best part? You’ll be cooking dinner in your “new” kitchen by next weekend instead of ordering takeout for the next three months while contractors finish your renovation.

Mount Vernon Painting Contractors

Ten Years of Getting It Right

We’ve been perfecting cabinet finishes in Mount Vernon for two years, building on over a decade of painting expertise. What started as two brothers who understood that most painting problems come from rushing the prep work has grown into Mount Vernon’s go-to team for cabinet transformations that actually last.

We’ve seen enough cabinet painting disasters to know exactly what goes wrong—and more importantly, how to prevent it. When you live and work in Mount Vernon, you understand that homeowners here expect quality that matches their investment in their homes.

Every project we complete becomes a reference for the next one. That’s how we’ve built our reputation in a community where word travels fast and quality matters.

Professional Cabinet Painting Process

The Process That Actually Works

First, we remove every door and drawer front. This isn’t optional—it’s the difference between a professional finish and a DIY disaster. Everything gets labeled and organized so it goes back exactly where it belongs.

Next comes the deep clean that most people skip. Kitchen cabinets accumulate years of cooking oils and grease that regular cleaners can’t touch. We use commercial-grade degreasers to strip away everything that would prevent proper paint adhesion.

Then we sand, prime, and apply two coats of cabinet-grade paint designed to handle daily use. No shortcuts, no rushing between coats, no hoping it’ll work out. We spray everything in our controlled environment to eliminate dust, drips, and brush marks.

Finally, we reinstall everything with the same care we took removing it. Your kitchen is back to full function, but now it looks the way you’ve been wanting it to look.

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What You Get With Professional Cabinet Painting

You get cabinet-grade paint that’s formulated specifically for the abuse kitchen cabinets take. This isn’t wall paint hoping to survive in a kitchen—it’s designed for daily touching, cleaning, and the humidity that comes with cooking.

You get a finish that looks factory-applied because we use professional spray equipment in controlled conditions. No brush marks, no roller texture, no dust particles embedded in the paint. Just smooth, even coverage that feels as good as it looks.

Mount Vernon homeowners particularly appreciate that we work around your schedule. Most of our cabinet projects are completed within a week, and we coordinate timing so you’re never without a functional kitchen for long. We understand that in neighborhoods like ours, the kitchen isn’t just where you cook—it’s where life happens.

How long does professional cabinet painting take in Mount Vernon?

Most cabinet painting projects in Mount Vernon take 3-5 business days from start to finish. The exact timing depends on the number of cabinets and any prep work needed, but we’re typically done within a week. Day one involves removal and initial prep work. Days two and three cover deep cleaning, sanding, and priming. Day four is paint application, and day five is reinstallation and final touch-ups. We coordinate the schedule so you’re never without a functional kitchen for more than a day or two. The key difference between our timeline and DIY attempts is that we have the equipment and experience to work efficiently without cutting corners. What might take a homeowner weeks to complete properly, we finish in days.
We use only cabinet-grade paint specifically formulated for kitchen use. This isn’t regular wall paint—it’s designed to withstand the oils from hands, cooking grease, moisture, and daily cleaning that kitchen cabinets endure. Cabinet-grade paints cure harder than standard paints, creating a more durable surface that resists chipping and wear around handles and high-touch areas. They’re also formulated to clean easily without losing their finish quality over time. The specific product we use depends on your color choice and finish preference, but every paint we apply is designed for the kitchen environment. This is why our cabinet finishes last 8-10 years while DIY jobs often start showing wear within months.
Most solid wood cabinets can be painted beautifully with proper preparation. Oak, maple, cherry, and other wood species all take paint well when the surface is properly prepared and the right primer is used. However, some cabinet types should not be painted. Thermofoil cabinets (MDF with vinyl coating) and laminate cabinets don’t accept paint reliably because their surfaces are too smooth for proper adhesion. Paint will eventually peel off these surfaces no matter how well the prep work is done. During our consultation, we examine your specific cabinets to determine if they’re good candidates for painting. If they’re not suitable for painting, we’ll tell you honestly rather than take on a project that won’t give you lasting results.
Professional cabinet painting typically costs 60-80% less than cabinet replacement. While new cabinets can run $15,000-$30,000 or more for a typical Mount Vernon kitchen, professional painting usually ranges from $3,000-$8,000 depending on the size and complexity. The exact cost depends on how many cabinet faces you have, the condition of your existing cabinets, and any repairs needed before painting. We provide detailed estimates after seeing your specific project rather than giving broad ranges that might not apply to your situation. When you factor in that painted cabinets can last 8-10 years with proper care, the cost per year is significantly lower than replacement. Plus, you avoid the disruption and additional costs that come with a full kitchen renovation.
Yes, when done with proper materials and techniques, painted cabinets are extremely durable. The key is using cabinet-grade paint and proper surface preparation—both of which are often skipped in DIY attempts. Cabinet-grade paints are specifically formulated to handle kitchen conditions. They resist moisture, clean easily, and maintain their appearance under daily use. The finish we apply is actually more durable than many factory finishes on new cabinets. The most vulnerable areas are around handles and high-touch spots, but proper paint selection and application technique minimize wear in these areas. We also provide touch-up guidance so you can maintain the finish over time. With reasonable care, professionally painted cabinets easily last 8-10 years before needing attention.
Absolutely. We understand that the kitchen is central to daily life in Mount Vernon homes, so we coordinate our work to minimize disruption to your routine. We typically remove doors and drawer fronts on day one, leaving you with functional cabinet boxes for basic storage. Most of the messy work happens off-site in our controlled environment, so your kitchen stays relatively clean and usable during most of the process. We schedule the final installation when it’s convenient for you, and we can often work around events or schedules that are important to your family. Our goal is to give you a transformed kitchen without turning your life upside down in the process.