An updated kitchen atmosphere can help your house feel more like a home. The quality and colors of your kitchen cabinets have a tendency to set the mood for your entire household. After all, the kitchen is one of the most-visited areas of the home. There are a few things to know before you start the process of painting your kitchen cabinets, though. In this article, our professionals will walk you through the three major things to consider before diving in. We’ll also provide you with easy next steps to get started on your kitchen cabinet painting project. Let’s get started!

Is Replacing or Repainting Right for Me?

The debate of whether to repair or replace kitchen cabinets has waged between homeowners for years. There are a few reasons why you would repair rather than replace your kitchen cabinets. The main reason you would want to replace your kitchen cabinets is if you had any significant damage done to the surface of your cabinets. However, it is also the best choice if you are also looking to change the layout of your kitchen. 

Before you choose whether to reface or repaint your kitchen cabinets, do a close inspection on what you have on hand. Here are a few key questions to ask before jumping into your kitchen cabinet project: 

• • What materials are your kitchen cabinets made of? Synthetic materials, such as particleboard or thermofoil, rarely take well to refurbishing. Metal cabinets can also be difficult to work with.
  • Are your current cabinets up to handle change? Unfortunately, some cabinets are simply not in good enough shape to accept new hardware. It may take less time, money, and effort to start over.
  • Are you satisfied with your current cabinet situation? If you have lived in your house for a longer period of time, you may be looking to make more significant changes to your kitchen. By replacing kitchen cabinets, you have the option to make the cabinets of your dreams. Taller cabinets, more elegant designs, and better layout are all achievable when you choose to replace instead of reface.

Expect Prep Work Prior to Painting

If you do decide to paint your cabinets, you can expect a lot of work in front of you. The first routine part of every kitchen cabinet painting project is prep work. In order for your kitchen cabinets to have a flawless finish, each cabinet will need to be cleaned and all hardware and doors will need to be removed. This can also guarantee that the entire cabinet will be coated evenly with your chosen paint color. Once the area has been cleaned, it will be time to cover any areas in your kitchen that need to be protected from spills. Any reputable professional will pay special attention to each detail of the painting preparation process to ensure that you are completely satisfied with your service.

Hire the Professionals 

There is little room to mess around when it comes to your kitchen cabinets. You want the best paint finish you can get. In order to get that, we recommend working with a professional painting company that are experts in cabinet refinishing. Professionals will be able to provide the right materials on budget and stay within the allotted time frame for your project. Taking the DIY route can lead to major mistakes and flaws that will impact your kitchen for years to come.

Start Your Project Today

If you are looking for help creating the kitchen cabinets of your dream or just need a hand to apply a pre-chosen color, look no further. The professionals at CertaPro Painters® have painted thousands of cabinets over decades of service. We also offer a free color consultation with every project! All you have to do to get started is fill out our free, no-obligation form! Once completed, our professionals will be in touch with you about next steps. We look  forward to working with you!