Cabinet Painting in Independence, KY
By Chris Mitchell, owner of NKY Home Service · Updated September 2026
NKY Home Service paints kitchen and bathroom cabinets in Independence, KY, giving you a new look without the cost of new cabinets. Most kitchens cost $4,000 to $10,000 and take 4 to 7 days, depending on the size of the kitchen. We spray the finish for a smooth, factory-like look, after removing doors and hardware, degreasing, sanding, and priming with a bonding primer.
What cabinet painting costs
| Kitchen | Typical price | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Smaller kitchen | Starting around $4,000 | About 4 days |
| Larger kitchen, more doors and drawers | Up to about $10,000 | Up to 7 days |
National cost guides list $2,000 to $6,500 for an average kitchen, which often reflects brush-and-roll work. A sprayed finish with full degreasing, sanding, and bonding primer costs more and looks much closer to new factory cabinets. Replacing cabinets typically costs several times more than painting them.
What moves the price: number of doors and drawers, glazed or detailed door profiles, going from dark wood to a light color (extra primer), laminate surfaces that need special primer, and whether the cabinet boxes and interiors are included.
Our cabinet painting process
- Remove and label every door, drawer front, and piece of hardware.
- Degrease. Kitchen cabinets carry cooking grease that stops paint from sticking, so cleaning is the most important step.
- Sand and fill. Scuff sand all surfaces and fill dings and open grain where needed.
- Prime with a bonding primer made for cabinets.
- Finish coats of Sherwin-Williams cabinet-grade paint, sprayed for a smooth, even finish with no brush marks.
- Cure and reinstall. Doors go back on with the original or new hardware.
How long does cabinet painting take?
Most kitchens take 4 to 7 days from start to reinstall, depending on the size of the kitchen and number of doors and drawers. The paint feels dry within hours but keeps hardening for a few weeks, so we recommend gentle use and no scrubbing during that time.
Is painting your cabinets worth it?
If the cabinet boxes are solid wood or good plywood and you like the layout, painting is usually the best value. If the boxes are water damaged, peeling laminate, or the layout doesn't work, new cabinets or a kitchen remodel may make more sense. We'll tell you honestly at the walkthrough.
Why hire NKY Home Service
- In-house crew, no subcontractors. Every painter is a background-checked NKY Home Service team member.
- The same crew start to finish. The team that gives your estimate is the team that shows up and paints.
- Local since 2020. Founded by Chris Mitchell, serving Boone, Kenton, and Campbell counties, with 500+ Northern Kentucky homes served and a 5.0-star rating.
- Sherwin-Williams paint. We use Sherwin-Williams paint on our jobs.
- Fully insured. We carry full general liability insurance and will send a certificate of insurance before work starts.
- Written workmanship warranty. If paint we applied peels, blisters, or flakes because of our workmanship within 2 years of completion, we come back and fix it at no charge. It doesn't cover damage, moisture or structural problems, normal wear, or paint the homeowner supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to paint kitchen cabinets in Independence, KY?
Sprayed kitchen cabinet painting in Independence typically costs $4,000 to $10,000 depending on the size of the kitchen, and takes 4 to 7 days.
How long does painted cabinet finish last?
With proper degreasing, sanding, a bonding primer, and a cabinet-grade finish, painted cabinets commonly last many years with normal use. Most failures come from skipped prep, not the paint.
Can you paint laminate or thermofoil cabinets?
Laminate can often be painted with the right bonding primer. Peeling thermofoil usually can't be painted reliably. We check your cabinets at the walkthrough.
Can I use my kitchen while cabinets are being painted?
Usually yes, with some limits, since the doors are finished away from the cabinet boxes. We'll explain what to expect for your kitchen before we start.
Call or text (859) 363-5562 or request a quote online. The person who walks your home is part of the crew that does the work.