Cabinet Painting in Brevard County
Cabinet painting can completely transform a kitchen or bathroom without a full remodel. Thorough cleaning, deglossing, and the right hard-wearing enamel are what make it last through daily use and Florida humidity.
What We Cover
We paint kitchen and bathroom cabinets, including doors, drawer fronts, frames, and boxes. We also handle:
- Kitchen upper and lower cabinets
- Bathroom vanity cabinets
- Laundry room cabinets
- Built-in shelving or storage units
- Kitchen islands
Hardware (pulls, knobs, hinges) can be masked or removed and reinstalled. Many homeowners update hardware while the cabinets are being painted.
How We Approach It
Cabinet painting takes more time and care than wall painting. The prep is what determines whether it lasts or starts chipping and peeling.
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Remove doors and drawer fronts
We take them off, number them, and paint both sides plus all edges for a clean, professional finish.
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Clean thoroughly
Grease, residue, and buildup are completely removed so paint can bond correctly.
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Degloss and sand
The existing finish is dulled so primer can adhere properly and hold up over time.
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Fill and repair
Dings, scratches, and old hardware holes are filled and sanded smooth before primer and paint.
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Prime
We use the right primer for the material, including wood and MDF, to improve adhesion and durability.
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Paint
Multiple thin coats of quality cabinet enamel are applied, with light sanding between coats.
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Reinstall
Doors and drawers go back on with adjusted hinges for proper alignment and a finished look.
What to Expect
A typical kitchen cabinet project takes 3-5 days. You will still have access to the refrigerator, but the kitchen will otherwise be off limits during active work.
The paint feels dry fairly quickly, but full cure takes 2-4 weeks. Treat cabinets gently during that time: avoid slamming doors and use light cleaning only.
Cabinet painting in Brevard County usually runs $1,500-$4,500 depending on the number of doors, drawers, and linear feet. This is a fraction of the cost of new cabinets.
Homeowner Tips
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Do not skip deglossing and sanding
Skipping this step is the main reason cabinet paint fails early through peeling or chipping.
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Use true cabinet enamel
Standard wall paint stays too soft for cabinets. Hard-wearing cabinet enamel cures harder and resists daily wear.
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Light colors show more imperfections
White and off-white finishes highlight every dent, seam, and texture issue, so prep quality matters even more.
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Plan for full cure time
Cabinets feel dry quickly but usually need 2-4 weeks to fully harden. Use gentle cleaning and avoid slamming doors during this period.
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Update hardware while cabinets are off
It is one of the easiest ways to change the overall look while doors and drawer fronts are already removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does cabinet painting last in Florida?
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With proper prep and quality enamel, cabinet painting typically lasts 7-10 years with normal use. Florida humidity makes good prep critical, and skipping deglossing or priming is where most jobs fail early.
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Is cabinet painting cheaper than replacing cabinets?
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Yes, significantly. Painting usually costs $1,500-$4,500 while new cabinets often run $8,000-$20,000+ installed. You get a fresh, updated look for a fraction of the price.
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Can you match my existing cabinet color?
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Yes. We can match your current color exactly, shift to a new color, or work from a paint chip or photo.
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What paint do you use on cabinets?
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We use hard-wearing water-based alkyd or urethane trim enamels designed for cabinets. These cure much harder than standard wall paint and hold up better to daily use and Florida humidity.
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Do the cabinet doors need to be removed?
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Yes. Removing doors and drawer fronts is the only way to properly paint all edges, avoid brush marks, and get a clean, professional result.