Cabinet Painting
in Plano, TX & DFW
A factory-smooth cabinet finish at a fraction of replacement cost. Thorough degreasing, bonding primer, and Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane — applied with doors removed for a dust-free, brush-mark-free result.
Kitchen Cabinet Replacement Costs $15,000–$40,000. Painting Costs a Fraction of That.
If your cabinets are structurally sound — doors hang straight, boxes are solid, the layout works for your kitchen — painting is the most cost-effective upgrade you can make. Same transformation in appearance, at 10–20% of the cost.
The key is the process. A cabinet job done wrong — painting doors in place, skipping primer, using wall paint — peels and chips within a year. Done right, it looks factory-new and lasts a decade.
Dramatically lower cost
Typical cabinet painting projects run $1,500–$4,500 depending on size and finish. Full replacement of the same kitchen: $15,000–$40,000+.
Done in days, not weeks
Most kitchen cabinet projects are complete in 3–5 days. No demolition, no subcontractors, no extended timeline.
Any color, any sheen
Want white Shaker cabinets? Navy lowers with cream uppers? Two-tone with a contrasting island? We color-match any shade in the Sherwin-Williams deck.
Durable when done correctly
Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel is the same class of coating used on millwork and trim in high-end new construction. Chip-resistant, washable, and holds up in a kitchen environment.
The Cabinet Painting Process
Every step exists for a reason. Skip one and you'll see it in the finish within 12 months. We don't skip steps.
Degrease & Clean
Every cabinet surface is thoroughly degreased with a professional cleaner to remove years of cooking grease, grime, and residue. Paint won't bond to a dirty surface — this step is non-negotiable.
Sand & Prep
All cabinet boxes and doors are scuff-sanded to give the primer something to grip. Existing drips, rough spots, and brush marks from previous paint jobs are sanded smooth before we ever open a can.
Prime
A bonding primer goes on every surface. This is what separates a cabinet paint job that lasts 10+ years from one that starts peeling in two — proper primer adhesion is the foundation everything else sits on.
Topcoat (Doors Off-Site)
Cabinet doors and drawer fronts are removed and finished off-site in a controlled environment — no dust, no overspray, no brush texture. We use Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel for a factory-smooth, durable finish.
Reinstall & Final Inspection
Doors are rehung, hardware is reinstalled, and every surface is inspected for drips, holidays, or missed spots. The final walkthrough is with Dylan — you don't pay until you're satisfied.
Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel
Not all paints are appropriate for cabinets. Standard wall paint — even premium grades — lacks the hardness and blocking resistance that kitchen environments demand. Emerald Urethane is in a different category.
It self-levels to a near-factory finish, is formulated specifically for high-use surfaces, and cures to a hardness that resists chips and scuffs in a way that standard latex paint simply cannot.
Emerald® Urethane Trim Enamel
Our Standard- Self-leveling formula — eliminates brush and roller texture
- Urethane-fortified hardness for chip and scuff resistance
- Available in any Sherwin-Williams color
- Satin and semi-gloss sheen options
- Specifically engineered for doors, trim, and cabinets
- Cures to a hard, cleanable surface
Every Cabinet Project Includes
- Full degreasing of all cabinet surfaces
- Door and drawer front removal
- Scuff sanding for primer adhesion
- Bonding primer on all surfaces
- Off-site finishing of doors and drawer fronts
- Two topcoats of Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel
- Hardware removal and reinstallation
- Final walkthrough with Dylan before payment
Good candidates for painting
- Solid wood or MDF cabinet boxes and doors
- Structurally sound — hinges work, no warped doors
- Currently painted or stained (either can be prepped)
- Shaker, flat-panel, or raised-panel door styles
We also paint
- Bathroom vanity cabinets
- Laundry room cabinets
- Built-in bookshelves and entertainment centers
- Islands with a contrasting accent color
Cabinet Painting Service Area
We serve homeowners throughout DFW — kitchen and bathroom cabinet painting in:
Ready to Transform Your Kitchen?
Get a free, no-obligation estimate. Dylan will assess your cabinets, walk you through the process, and give you a written quote before you commit to anything.