How Much Does It Cost To Paint Kitchen Cabinets?

June 30, 2022

Thinking about painting the cabinets in your Rhode Island home? You aren’t alone.

In fact, cabinet painting is one of our most popular services. To keep up with demand, and ensure that we’re delivering top-notch finishes, we actually have a dedicated, fully-equipped spray shop. More on that in a minute, though. 

The process raises a LOT of good questions for local homeowners, and some valid concerns too. We’ve all heard horror stories of paint jobs gone wrong, or ones that start out strong but then go completely sideways. Maybe your contractor disappears, or the outfit you hired just really can’t deliver the caliber of work you’re looking for. 

Today, let’s focus on one of the biggest cabinet painting questions we hear, and we’ll share some tips and ideas to help you navigate the process and set your project up for success. 

How much does cabinet painting cost?

Here’s a straight answer for you: most of our cabinet painting projects cost between $4,000-$6,000. 

A lot of factors impact the cost, from the size of your kitchen to the number of doors and drawers, existing paint or finish, cabinet condition, and more. Every one of our projects begins with a friendly ELCO Painting representative coming to your home, chatting with you, collecting data, then sharing a clear and comprehensive proposal. No hidden charges, no pressure, and no curveballs. 

How do you choose a cabinet painting company?

This might sound like a scare tactic, but we promise it’s not. Whether you hire us or someone else, you need to know that not all painting contractors really know how to paint kitchen cabinets. 

It seems like everybody wants painted cabinets these days, and that’s led to painters simply tacking “Cabinet Painting” onto their list of offered services. Sometimes you get poorly-applied finishes, or generic house paint is used that’s NOT designed for cabinets. 

And the results are disastrous. 

It will cost more without a doubt, but hiring a painting company with proven cabinet painting experience, expertise, and equipment is worth the investment EVERY TIME. It’s cheaper to paint your cabinets the right way once than it is to paint them poorly several times. 

Why use a cabinet spray shop?

As we mentioned above, we made a commitment early on to doing this the right way, and that included a substantial investment in a cabinet spray and finishing shop. 

Here’s why it matters for you:

  • Clean finishes in a controlled environment
  • Gorgeous, factory-grade paint jobs
  • State-of-the-art spray equipment for even, smooth results
  • Air filtration (no airborne contaminants or dust)
  • Much of the process can be finished outside your home

Let’s camp on that last point for a minute. Many painting contractors have to set up a makeshift spray shop on your property, maybe taking over your garage or basement. Having a dedicated shop allows us to take your cabinet doors and drawer faces back to our facility, leaving only the boxes and trim to be painted in your home. 

How do you paint kitchen cabinets?

Got a minute and a half? Check out this video that runs you through our cabinet painting process, step by step.

If you have more questions about cabinet painting in Rhode Island, please feel free to contact us directly. We’d love to talk with you!

Cabinet Painting in North Kingstown – Is It Right for Your Kitchen?

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In North Kingstown, the kitchen is often the busiest room in the house; part cooking space, part gathering spot, part drop zone for everything from school backpacks to yesterday’s mail. Which also means your cabinets can start to show the battle scars over time: faded finishes, chipped corners, and maybe a mystery stain or two. When that happens, you’re faced with a choice: replace your cabinets entirely or give them a professional paint makeover? Well, when done right, painting can actually transform your kitchen, extend the life of your cabinetry, AND cost far less than a full remodel! (Plus, it spares you from spending weeks reheating dinner in the laundry room). Why Cabinet Painting? Painting your cabinets can give your kitchen a fresh, modern look without the price tag (or demolition dust) of a full remodel.  Some of the biggest benefits include: Cost savings: On average, cabinet painting costs 50 to 70% less than full replacement. Less disruption: Most professional cabinet painting projects take 4 to 7 days, and your kitchen stays mostly functional during the process. A full replacement can take 3 to 6 weeks or longer. Eco-friendly: Reusing your existing cabinets can prevent hundreds of pounds of wood, metal, and composite materials from ending up in a landfill. Customization: Choose any color, from crisp whites to bold blues, for a personalized style. Think of it as the difference between buying an entirely new wardrobe or just getting your clothes tailored and dry-cleaned. Both improve your look, but one is a lot gentler on your wallet.

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Deck Staining vs. Painting: Which Is Better for Your Outdoor Space?

By Christine Lekberg • June 30, 2025
When it comes to sprucing up your deck , you’ll eventually run into The Question. You know the one: “Should I stain my deck… or paint it?” It’s a tough call. Both options offer protection. Both can look great. And both come with their own baggage. In this post, we’re unpacking the pros, cons, and all the murky in-between so you can confidently choose the finish that fits your deck and your sanity. No deep YouTube rabbit holes required. The Basics: What’s the Real Difference? Before you can pick sides, you’ve gotta know the players. Stain and paint may both live in the same aisle at the hardware store, but they’re totally different animals when it comes to how they treat your wood. Let’s break down what each one actually does. Staining soaks into the wood, enhancing its natural beauty, letting the wood grain shine through. Painting, on the other hand, coats the surface, covering blemishes and adding color. Want a white deck? Navy blue? Go for it. Just remember: you’re covering the wood grain entirely. Durability: Does Paint or Stain Last Longer On a Deck? Let’s not sugarcoat it: paint is more durable, especially the high-quality exterior kind. It forms a thick barrier that helps repel UV rays, moisture, and other deck-destroying villains. Stain isn’t as robust, but it’s no slouch either. Oil-based stains offer solid protection and tend to wear away gradually, which sounds bad, but it’s actually easier to manage. So who wins? If your deck gets a lot of sun or moisture, paint does last longer. But that doesn’t mean it’s always the better choice…

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When the days get longer and the weather warms up, it’s not just beachgoers and boaters heading outside; it’s painting crews, too. Summer is prime time for giving your building a facelift, whether it’s a touch-up or a full exterior repaint . But before you break out the color swatches and book a crew, there’s one thing you need to know: good painting starts with great prep. Whether you own a commercial building in Providence, manage a multi-family property in Warwick, or run a boutique storefront, this guide will help you get your building paint-ready, so your summer project finishes on time, on budget, and without the “uh-oh” surprises. Assess Before You Address Before anyone shows up with a paint sprayer, it’s time to take a walk around the building. What’s peeling? What’s faded? What’s quietly rotting behind the trim like a summer horror story? Paint won’t stick to problems; it just hides them for a minute. So check for things like wood rot, water damage, cracks in siding, or loose trim. If you spot anything questionable, now’s the time to call in a pro. Plan Your Exterior Repaint Around the Weather (Because It’s Rhode Island, After All) Summer may be painting season, but let’s be honest: Rhode Island weather has a flair for the dramatic. One minute it’s sunny and dry, the next it’s 85 degrees with 90% humidity and a surprise thunderstorm thrown in just because. Paint loves stable weather—ideally between 50° and 85°F, with low humidity and no rain in the forecast. So plan your project with a bit of buffer time. Don’t schedule tight deadlines that hinge on a perfect 3-day stretch. Spoiler: Mother Nature does not care about your calendar.

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