Cabinet painting price ranges (professional, sprayed)

Project	Typical price	Notes
Bathroom vanity (2–4 doors)	$600–$1,200	Less when done with a kitchen
Small / galley kitchen (15–20 doors & drawers)	$3,000–$4,500
Average kitchen (25–35 doors & drawers)	$4,500–$6,500	Most Union County kitchens
Large kitchen with island (40–60+)	$6,500–$10,000	Two-tone islands add a little
Oak grain fill (smooth finish)	+$600–$1,500	Per kitchen, depends on door count
Paint cabinet interiors	+$800–$2,000	Most people skip this
New hardware install	+$3–$6 per piece	Hardware cost extra
Crown moulding, island panels, shelving	quoted	See custom carpentry

These are OCD’s typical ranges for our area and are updated for 2026. National averages published online ($1,000 for “cabinet painting”) describe a DIY-grade brush job, not a sprayed professional finish.

What decides the price

1. Number of doors and drawer fronts. The main driver. Count them and you can ballpark it yourself.
2. Cabinet material. Oak needs grain fill for a smooth finish. Thermofoil and laminate need special primers and sometimes repair.
3. Current condition. Peeling finish, water damage, old DIY paint and heavy grease add prep time (see refinishing).
4. Colour change. Dark to white takes more coats than white to white.
5. Extras. Interiors, glass doors, open shelving, island end panels, crown moulding, new hardware.

What’s included in an OCD quote

• In-home estimate and colour consultation, sprayed sample door on request
• Removal and labelling of doors, drawers, hardware
• Full degrease, sanding, repair of chips and holes
• Bonding primer and two coats of professional cabinet enamel, sprayed
• Complete masking and protection of counters, floors and appliances
• Reinstall, alignment, new bumpers, clean-up and walk-through

Painting vs. refacing vs. new cabinets

	Painting	Refacing	Replacing
Average kitchen	$4,500–$6,500	$7,000–$14,000	$18,000–$40,000+
Time on site	4–6 days	~1 week (+ door lead time)	4–8 weeks
Counters / plumbing disturbed	No	No	Yes

Is it worth it?

For a solid set of cabinets in a dated colour, painting returns more per dollar than almost any other kitchen update, and it is the first thing realtors in Waxhaw, Weddington and Ballantyne recommend before listing. It is not worth it if the boxes are failing or you hate the layout; then we’ll say so.

How to get an accurate price

Text or email 3–4 photos of the kitchen (wide shots plus a close-up of a door) and roughly how many doors and drawers you have. You’ll get a ballpark the same day and a firm written quote after a short visit. (980) 254-6711 · alicia@organizecreatedecorate.com

Frequently asked questions

Why do quotes from different cabinet painters vary so much?

Prep and product. A $1,500 quote usually means brushed wall paint with minimal prep, which chips within a year. A sprayed finish over bonding primer with cabinet enamel costs more in labour and materials and lasts 10+ years.

Is it cheaper to paint cabinets yourself?

Materials for a DIY job run $300–$600, but it takes most people two to three weekends and the finish is brushed. If you are selling the house or want it to last, professional spraying is usually the better value.

Do you charge for estimates?

No. Estimates are free throughout our service area.

Do you offer financing or payment plans?

We take a deposit at booking and the balance at completion. Ask about options for larger projects.