How Much Does It Cost to Paint Kitchen Cabinets Professionally?
In 2026, professional kitchen cabinet painting costs an average of $3,500 to $7,000 for a standard 25 to 30 door/drawer kitchen ($100 to $150 per door or drawer opening). This includes door removal, off-site spray booth lacquer finishing, on-site box masking, grain filling, primer, and two coats of 2K polyurethane or conversion enamel.
Published 2026-03-01 · Updated 2026-03-01 · 10 min read
Per-Opening Pricing Structure Breakdown
Professional cabinet refinishers quote by the "opening" (each door, drawer front, wine rack, and side gable counts as an opening):
• Standard Wood Doors: $100 – $140 per opening.
• Drawer Fronts: $75 – $100 per opening.
• Deep Oak Grain Filling Surcharge: $25 – $40 per opening.
• Finished Island End Panels: $150 – $250 each.
Worked Example: 22 Doors, 10 Drawers, and Kitchen Island
Professional turnkey refinishing of maple cabinets with spray finish in Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace.
Professional cabinet painting costs roughly 15% to 20% of the cost of total cabinet replacement ($25,000+).
How long does professional cabinet paint last?
A professionally sprayed 2K urethane or conversion varnish finish will last 10 to 15 years with routine gentle soap-and-water cleaning.
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