What does it cost to have kitchen cabinets painted in Vancouver?

Professional kitchen cabinet painting in Metro Vancouver ranges from $3,000 to $8,000 for a typical kitchen with 20 to 30 cabinet doors and drawer fronts. A smaller galley kitchen might come in around $2,500 to $4,000, while a large kitchen with an island and pantry can reach $9,000 to $12,000.

Cabinet painting is one of the most labour-intensive painting jobs because it demands meticulous prep work for a durable, factory-like finish. The process involves removing all doors and hardware, degreasing, sanding or chemical de-glossing, priming with a bonding primer, and applying two to three coats of a hard-curing paint or lacquer — often sprayed for the smoothest result.

The finish you choose affects pricing. Brush-and-roller application is the most affordable at roughly $100 to $200 per door face. Spray finishing costs more — $150 to $300 per door face — but delivers a smoother, more professional look that mimics factory-finished cabinetry. Some Vancouver painters offer off-site spraying in a dedicated booth, which produces the best results but adds transport costs of $300 to $600.

Paint quality is non-negotiable for cabinets. Products like Benjamin Moore Advance, Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane, or a catalyzed lacquer run $70 to $100 per gallon but resist chipping, yellowing, and moisture — essential for a kitchen environment.

Compared to full cabinet replacement, which can cost $15,000 to $40,000 or more in Metro Vancouver, professional painting delivers a dramatic transformation at a fraction of the price. It's one of the highest-return renovation investments you can make.

Before committing, ask your painter for photos of previous cabinet work and confirm they use a bonding primer — skipping this step is the number one reason cabinet paint jobs fail within a year.

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Looking for experienced contractors? The Vancouver Construction Network connects homeowners with qualified professionals:

• Heilman Renovations
• Vancouver Hood Doctors
• Tour De Force Construction
• Holloway Painting
• PURE Design Inc