How Much Does Cabinet painting Cost?
Cabinet painting typically costs $600 to $1400 as a national estimate. Cabinet painting depends on the number of doors and drawers, prep, and finish quality.
National estimate from the HandymanQuote price book · Prices reviewed August 30, 2026
National average range — your local pro sets their own price after reviewing your details.
Cabinet painting price ranges
Estimated tiers within the national range. Your local pro sets the actual price.
Basic
$600 – $840
Straightforward job, easy access, standard materials, nothing unexpected behind the surface.
Standard
$840 – $1200
The most common outcome: typical scope, mid-grade materials, a little prep or adjustment along the way.
Extensive
$1200 – $1400+
Larger scope, premium materials, difficult access, or repairs needed before the main work can start.
Estimated time on site
About 5.5 hrs – 2 days for a standard job.
Estimated labor vs. materials
Roughly 75% labor and 25% materials for this type of work.
What affects the cost of cabinet painting?
Door and drawer count
Price tracks the number of doors and drawer fronts, not the room size — each is prepped, coated and dried separately.
Prep and degreasing
Kitchen cabinets have to be cleaned of grease, sanded or de-glossed and primed with a bonding primer or the finish peels.
Finish and application method
Sprayed lacquer or enamel gives a smoother finish than brushing, but requires masking the whole kitchen and more dry time.
Local labor rates
Rates vary market to market. Your quote reflects what the pro in your ZIP actually charges — not a national guess.
What's typically included?
- Removing doors and hardware
- Cleaning, degreasing, and sanding
- Priming and painting
- Reinstalling doors and hardware
Scope varies by pro — confirm what your quote covers.
What can increase the price?
- Many doors and drawers
- Glossy or damaged finishes
- Color changes from dark wood
- New hardware
What can lower the price?
- Smaller kitchens
- Cabinets in good condition
- Reusing hardware
When should you hire a professional?
Cabinets get heavy use. Proper degreasing, priming, and a durable finish prevent chipping and peeling.
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How much does cabinet painting cost?
Our national estimate for cabinet painting is $600 to $1400. This is a planning range from the HandymanQuote national price book, not a guaranteed quote or an average of completed jobs. Enter your ZIP for an estimate based on local contractor pricing where available.
How long does cabinet painting take?
Often several days to allow drying between coats.
Is hardware replacement included?
Usually reinstalling existing hardware is. New hardware may be extra.
Is painting cheaper than replacing cabinets?
Generally yes, when the cabinet boxes are in good shape.
How we estimate cabinet painting prices
The $600–$1400 range is a national estimate from the HandymanQuote price book, reviewed August 30, 2026. It is not an average of completed jobs and not a guaranteed quote. The tiers, time on site, and labor split are estimates derived from that range. When you enter your ZIP code and project details, you get an estimate based on local contractor pricing where a vetted pro serves your area, or the national estimate where one doesn't yet.
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